Learning & Development Manager
37 hours per week, Job Grade AfC 8A - current salary range
The Facilities & Estates team provides NHS Grampian with essential services to enable the delivery of care to patients, and to support staff and the public in our healthcare locations.
Primary Purpose of This Role
* Plan, coordinate, and implement a comprehensive programme of Learning and Development activities for the Directorate (around 2500 staff).
* Plan, control, and assure the mandatory technical training for the maintenance and project teams.
* Act as the primary link with the NHS Grampian HR function (including workforce & development, people & change).
* Design and deliver Directorate-specific non-technical programmes (including development of supervision and management skills).
* Support Heads of Service with the design and delivery of service-specific learning programmes and team development interventions.
* Coordinate Directorate and service-level workforce planning, including overseeing the Directorate programme for apprentices.
* Line management for 2 x Health & Safety Training Facilitators and the L&D Administrator.
* Contribute to or lead on strategic L&D initiatives within and beyond the Directorate, impacting recruitment, capability, and staff retention.
Candidate Requirements
* Educated to Master’s Degree level or able to evidence equivalent experience.
* Professional/Postgraduate Qualification in L&D discipline (e.g., Chartered Membership CIPD) or evidence of equivalent development and experience.
* Recognised Assessor and Verifier Qualifications.
* Evidence of continuing, relevant professional and personal development over the last 5 years.
* Experience in designing & delivering bespoke learning and development interventions.
* Programme management experience.
* Practical and theoretical understanding of change management.
Organisational Values & Behaviours
* Care & Compassion
* Dignity & Respect
* Openness, Honesty & Responsibility
* Quality & Teamwork
Applicants should demonstrate enthusiasm for continuous learning, a professional attitude, and a passion for working within the wider healthcare team.
For informal discussion, contact Gavin Payne, General Manager at gavin.payne@nhs.scot.
Interviews will take place on Friday 20th June 2025.
Please note, this post may close early if there are an excess of applicants.
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NHS Grampian serves over 500,000 people in Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire, and Moray, committed to a positive culture aligned with NHS and Social Care values.
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