We are looking for a Lead Learning & Development Partner to play a pivotal role in shaping and delivering learning strategy across a nationally recognised mental health provider. This is a senior, strategic role with responsibility for leading a team of Regional L&D Partners and acting as the key interface between central L&D and operational leadership.
Working on a hybrid basis between head office and local services, you will ensure learning is consistent, compliant, insight-driven and aligned to operational priorities, ultimately supporting safe, effective care and organisational performance.
What you’ll be doing
Lead, manage and develop a team of Regional L&D Partners, ensuring consistent standards across all sites
Oversee the accuracy, completion and governance of training matrices
Conduct group-wide Learning Needs Analyses (LNA) and capability assessments to inform workforce planning
Drive standardisation, continuous improvement and quality in learning delivery
Support succession planning, leadership development and talent pipelines
Allocate L&D resources to strategic projects and organisational priorities
Analyse quality and performance data to identify trends and forecast improvements
Ensure learning activity is compliant with internal, external and regulatory requirements
Implement robust evaluation frameworks to demonstrate impact and ROI
What we’re looking for
Proven experience in a senior or strategic Learning & Development role within a complex healthcare environment
Strong experience leading and developing L&D teams or regional partners
Expertise in adult learning principles, instructional design and L&D governance
Demonstrable experience conducting LNAs and evaluating learning impact
Strong stakeholder management, communication and influencing skills
Confident using performance data and insights to drive improvement
CIPD Level 5 (Learning & Development) or equivalent
Education and Training Award (or equivalent)
Experience using an LMS (Totara preferred)
Must hold a full UK driving licence
Coaching Practitioner qualification
Psychometric Practitioner qualification
Benefits Package
Competitive salary DOE
Enhanced maternity package
Excellent routes for further development within a nationally recognised organization
Hybrid/flexible working
Excellent staff wellbeing package
Apply now or contact Dale, (phone number removed) for further info. We’d love to hear from you