Learning and Development Coordinator – Devon & Somerset Fire and Rescue Service

Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service have an exciting opportunity for a Learning and Development Coordinator to enhance our People Services team based at our Service Headquarters in Exeter. You’ll join us on a 12-month fixed term contract working 37 hours per week, in return you will receive a competitive salary of £41,511.00 – £44,711.00 (gross) per annum.

About the role:

Are you passionate about empowering others through learning? Do you have the skills to design and implement impactful development programs that drive success? If, we want you to join our team!

This is your opportunity to play a key role in enhancing the skills, knowledge and capabilities of our incredible people.

What you’ll do –

-Support the development and delivery of our People and Organisational Development Roadmap.
-Identify training needs and help design initiatives that support our line managers to effectively lead their teams.
-Coordinate and implement learning and development programs that support the growth of our people in non-operational skills.
-Identify training needs and help design initiatives that drive performance and skill development across all levels.
-Liaise with our Academy teams to support training logistics, ensuring smooth delivery of learning opportunities.
-Work closely with department leaders to ensure training aligns with both individual and organisational goals.
-Track and evaluate the effectiveness of training programs to ensure continuous improvement.

What we’re looking for:

-Strong experience in learning and development including coordination and delivery of training frameworks.
-A deep understanding of andragogy principles and how to apply them in a professional environment.
-Experience in bringing Equality, Diversity and Inclusion principles to all learning opportunities.
-Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects concurrently.
-Fantastic communication skills and the ability to engage people at all levels.
-Ability to work collaboratively and engage stakeholders across the organisation.
-A proactive, innovative mindset with a passion for continuous learning.

We anticipate shortlisting and interviews will take place early June 2025.

For more information, or an informal discussion about the role, please contact Steve Huntington via shuntington@dsfire.gov.uk or 07977 353466.