Job Details
Training and Development Manager
Sector:HR & Training
Region : South East England
Location: Kent
Salary: £35,000 - £40,000
Job Ref.: GHNCL56232
Job Information
I am currently recruiting for a Training and Development Manager within the Health and Social Care Sector in the South East. The role will be to provide a compliant, proactive training and development function that will continue to meet the needs of the businessThe successful candidate will be office based for 2 days a week and national for the remainder of the week. You can be located in either Kent, Surrey, Bedfordshire or Buckinghamshire but must be happy to travel.
The candidate must have a nursing background with a NMC registration and previous experience of working in a training role in either a Healthcare or Social Care environment.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
To hold regular meetings with and keep under review the effectiveness of any third party training suppliers and provide recommendations to the HR Director for future development and direction
Ensure that the Companys training and development needs are identified, planned and delivered within the context of the training strategy and the training budget
To ensure that the Companys training and development needs are resourced appropriately and delivered in a cost effective and timely manner
To ensure that planned training accommodates the recommendations of the Care Quality Commission (and equivalent bodies), local and national Government strategies, legislation and sector best practice standards
To develop and maintain good relationships with external agencies and internal customers and provide professional support to operational colleagues
To act as prime contact for Qualifications Credit Framework activity for the company and ensure the achievement of assessment, qualification and funding targets
To provide an environment conducive with the learning and the principles of best practice
To keep under review and evaluate the effectiveness of all training programmes delivered both internally and externally
To develop, introduce and manage effective monitoring systems and procedures to support a coordinated and cost-effective approach to training across the Company
To maintain a high level of awareness of any new training methods including e- learning
To work effectively with colleagues in the Quality and Compliance team on matters where there is mutual interest
To actively promote good care practice, diversity and equality in accordance with the company policies and procedures
To lead in the research, design and delivery of training programmes in association with partner organisations as necessary. This will include management develop initiatives for operational management
To provide weekly and other periodic management information in a timely manner and to required deadlines
SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
Experience of working in the sector in a training role
Sound knowledge of training and regulatory standards in the sector. Ability to influence to steer continuous development and growth for the training function
Appropriate clinical qualifications (current and active registration with NMC)
Strong oral and written communication skills
Good analytical skills
Capable of working with autonomy and independence.
Comprehensive knowledge of internal and external compliance practice
Must be able to drive and be prepared to undertake extensive travel and lodge when required
Car owner with a clean driving licence
IT skills : A good working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel & Outlook
In depth knowledge of training and development. Legislation and regulations in relation to the sector, and an appreciation of the practical implications of managing the same within the services.