Overview
We are passionate about Smarter Working and believe that a combination of flexible working practices, digital technology and modern workspaces will help you balance work and life while delivering outcomes effectively. There is an expectation to be in the office at least 60% of the time (3 days a week). This position is for 37 hours per week; requests to work flexibly will be considered.
Role purpose
This position provides pivotal support and evidence to training development and continuity, ensuring training standards are maintained and continually improved. You will report on training delivery and training support, including the measurement and recording of trainee outcomes, providing evidence and advice on trainee performance. You will understand the wider impact of your team\'s activities within the learning environment and the wider MOD. You will be responsible for keeping your own knowledge up to date.
Responsibilities
* Effective management of the Training Evaluation and Assurance function for courses delivered in Chatham.
* Manage and provide regular evaluation data/evidence of interpretation/interrogation of assessment statistics, trainee and trainer feedback, trend analysis and monitoring of course statistics.
* Provide advice on the use of evaluation and validation applications on the MOD learning management systems.
* Creation, amendment, and management of document templates in system.
* Check, comment and assure Training Change Requests (TCR), including validity of change and implementation of change in relation to assessments and assurance activities.
* Observe adherence to course training plans and endorsed training documentation.
* Management of a small Training Evaluation and Assurance team (2 personnel).
* Support other HQ RSME Training Evaluation and Assurance branch teams with work requirements.
* Manage the presentation of feedback to training staff, training managers and Unit Commanders.
* Producing and publishing Post Pilot Reports for stakeholders with recommendations and advice.
* Maintain liaison with internal and external agencies on matters relating to training assurance and assessment.
* Act as part of the RSME team, conduct training audit activities.
Behaviours and assessment
We will assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:
* Changing and Improving
* Working Together
* Making Effective Decisions
* Communicating and Influencing
We only ask for evidence of these behaviours on your application form:
* Changing and Improving
* Working Together
This vacancy uses Success Profiles and will assess your behaviours and experience. At application stage you will be assessed against:
* Personal Statement (no more than 750 words) demonstrating suitability and evidence of relevant skills inline with essential skills criteria.
* Behaviours - Changing & Improving and Working Together.
* Application sifting will select those for campaign consideration.
* At interview stage you will be assessed against: Behaviours - Communicating & Influencing and Making Effective Decisions.
Selection process timeline
Application sifting is scheduled within 7 days of the closing date. Interviews will be conducted in person; dates to be confirmed and may change due to business needs.
Notes on integrity and compliance
Artificial Intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, but all examples and statements must be truthful and taken from your own experience. Plagiarism may lead to withdrawal of your application.
Equal opportunities and accessibility
The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. We run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet minimum selection criteria. If you need adjustments for the recruitment process, contact: DBSCivPers-Resourcingteam3@mod.gov.uk.
Security and nationality
Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check and meet security requirements. See our vetting charter. This job is broadly open to: UK nationals, Irish nationals, Commonwealth nationals with right to work, EU/EEA/Swiss/other listed statuses with settled or pre-settled status under the EUSS, and other specified categories. Further information on nationality requirements is available.
Working for the Civil Service and diversity
The Civil Service Code sets standards of behaviour for civil servants. We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition. We are committed to diversity and inclusion, including the Disability Confident Scheme and redeployment opportunities where applicable.
Benefits and location
HQ RSME, Brompton Barracks, Chatham, Kent, ME4 4UG. Salary: £36,530 with a Civil Service Pension contribution of £10,582. Benefits include generous annual leave, pension scheme, development opportunities, flexible working options, and other benefits typical of Civil Service roles. The post does not offer relocation expenses. A six-month probation period may apply for external MOD entrants.
Additional information
External recruits who join the MOD who are new to the Civil Service will be subject to a six-month probation period. Travel expenses for interviews are not reimbursed. The department is reviewing pay-related allowances which could impact current entitlements. If you move to MOD from another employer, childcare vouchers may no longer be available; other government schemes (e.g., Tax-Free Childcare) may apply. The MOD supports a smoke-free working environment.
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