Learning and Development Co-ordinator
Reporting to: Practice & Participation Manager
Location: Mallusk/ Belfast and hybrid working
Hours: 35 hours per week
Duration: Permanent (subject to funding)
Salary: Equivalent to NJC Scale 6 £30,559
Benefits:
- Flexible/ hybrid working available
- 5% contributory pension scheme
- Access to Westfield Health Care
- Wide range of discounts available through Blue Light Card
- 26 days annual leave in addition to recognising 12 public/bank holidays.
- Training/ CPD opportunities Available
Job Purpose
The Learning and Development Coordinator is responsible for designing, implementing and evaluating training and learning activities to support the development of staff working in homelessness and related sectors.
Develop accessible programmes of learning, as part of Homeless Connects membership and frontline network services.
Overseeing the development and delivery of accredited training.
Key tasks and responsibilities:
1.0 Training and member support
1.1 Identify the training and development needs of member organisations to support the development of staff working in homelessness services.
1.2 Design, develop and deliver an annual knowledge and skills-based training programme to meet the needs of Homeless Connect staff/ volunteers and member organisations.
1.3 Provide a range of learning opportunities through events and networks to support the growth and development of staff working in homelessness and related services.
1.4 Liaise with trainers, speakers and venues to ensure the smooth administration of training and learning events, including bookings and payments systems.
1.5 Set up and facilitate online training and learning events using various media platforms.
1.6 Assist in the development, organisation and delivery of appropriate accredited training for homelessness services.
1.7 Facilitate training sessions, in-person and online where appropriate. Assess the effectiveness of training programmes through surveys and other feedback methods.
2.0 Organisational events and activities
2.1 Support colleagues with the planning and organisation of larger events such as the annual conference, report launches etc.
2.2 Contribute towards the planning, implementation of Homelessness Awareness Week.
2.3 Assist the management team with the co-ordination of internal learning and development for staff.
3.0 General
3.1 Contribute to a positive, supportive, and effective team working environment and carry out duties in line with the organisation’s policy on equality and diversity.
3.2 Actively participate in supervision, appraisals, work planning and training as required.
3.3 Adhere to all compliance and confidentially policies, ensuring all legislative requirements are met.
3.4 Undertake any other relevant duties as identified by the line manager/CEO.
The duties of the post will be subject to review in accordance with the needs of the organisation.
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Please return the completed application form by email to diane.johnston@homelessconnect.org
Closing for the submission of completed applications: 12 noon, Monday 31 March 2025
We gratefully acknowledge the financial support of the Northern Ireland Housing Executive towards this post.