Learning Management System Adviser
| Posting date: | 17 July 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £33,366 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 31 July 2025 |
| Location: | Ipswich, IP7 7RA |
| Company: | Suffolk County Council |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 19708 |
Summary
- Suffolk County Council – Suffolk Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS)
- Wattisham Training Centre, Ipswich, IP7 7RE
- £33,366 per annum (pro rata for part time)
- 37 hours per week - Flexible working options available
- Permanent
Are you ready to be part of something transformative? This is a brand-new and exciting opportunity to help shape the future of learning and development at Suffolk Fire and Rescue Service. Based at our state-of-the-art training centre in Wattisham, you’ll join a passionate and close-knit team of Learning and Development professionals (L&D) professionals who are committed to innovation and excellence.
You will be confident, creative, and forward-thinking, leading the implementation of our new Learning Management System (LMS), working closely with our chosen external partner. Your role will be pivotal in modernising how we deliver training and development across the service.
Role and Responsibilities
- Collaborating with stakeholders across the organisation to understand training needs and recommend how content should be structured within the LMS.
- Delivering engaging training sessions to staff on how to use the LMS, and providing ongoing support and troubleshooting.
- Running reports and analysing data to support our culture of continuous improvement.
- Working closely with the wider L&D team to align the LMS with our broader learning strategy.
We value diverse backgrounds, fresh perspectives, and bold ideas. If you’re excited about bringing a new system to life and enhancing the learning experience for our staff, we’d love to hear from you.
You will need
- Proven experience working with Learning Management Systems.
- The qualifications outlined in the Job Profile Pack (JPP).
- A passion for innovation and a track record of successfully introducing new systems.
- A collaborative mindset and a desire to make a real impact.
You can view a full list of requirements in the Job and Person Profile (JPP) (Docx) If you believe you can succeed in this role, apply. Even if you don't meet all requirements, still apply. We would appreciate the opportunity to consider your application.
The team
This role, along with our learning and development team, will report to the Organisation Development Partner. Our team delivers our SFRS learning offer in conjunction with Suffolk County Council and other programmes of work to meet service needs.
Empowering Everyone
We’re big believers in potential, possibility and the power of different ideas. We’re always searching for ways to encourage, respect and enable everyone to be the best they can be. We want to represent the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all individuals, especially those from groups that are currently underrepresented in the organisation, as shown in our Workforce Equality Report (suffolk.gov.uk).
For more information
If you have any questions about the role and your suitability, please contact, Camille Nickson Workforce and Development Manager by emailing Camille.nickson@suffolk.gov.uk or calling on 01473 260958 / 077431 87774
How to apply
Step 1 - Read the Job and Person Profile (JPP) (Docx)
Step 2 - Click ‘Apply Now’ to start your online application.
Step 3 - Complete the Supporting Statement template indicating how your skills and experience meet the requirements of the role (refer to the ‘Person Profile’ section of the JPP)
Step 4 - Upload a CV (without name and personal details).
Please note: Without a supporting statement and CV, your interest will not be progressed. Any supporting documents must be in either PDF or MS Word format.
We value authentic applications that showcase your genuine skills and experiences. Applications suspected of being generated by AI may be rejected. We encourage you to present your own work and ideas throughout the application process.
If you require any reasonable adjustments to the application process before the next selection stage, please contact our Recruitment Team by emailing recruitment@suffolk.gov.uk or calling 03456 014412. If you are invited to the next stage of selection, you will have another opportunity to request adjustments for the next stages of the process
Closing date: 11.30pm, 31 July 2025
This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) checks or police vetting will be required for relevant posts.
As a modern and effective council, we offer a wide variety of careers to suit people with a range of skills, abilities and ambitions. We offer working options that flex to reflect the way people work today and take the time to understand and support your individual needs. We’re driven to make a positive difference to the world around us and encourage everyone with drive and focus to join us and build an influential and impactful career. Reimagine the possibilities.
In return, you’ll enjoy:
up to 29 days annual leave entitlement (pro rata), plus UK bank holidays and two paid volunteering days
membership of a competitive Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
travel, lifestyle, health and wellbeing benefits
performance-related annual pay progression, in addition to an annual cost-of-living pay increase
training and encouragement to expand your knowledge
a variety of career development opportunities across our organisation
diverse and active staff networks
flexible working options, with the right to request flexible working from your first day
Plus lots more!
If you want to know more about our benefits, values and equality commitments please visit our Suffolk County Council careers website (careers.Suffolk.gov.uk).
- Wattisham Training Centre, Ipswich, IP7 7RE
- £33,366 per annum (pro rata for part time)
- 37 hours per week - Flexible working options available
- Permanent
Are you ready to be part of something transformative? This is a brand-new and exciting opportunity to help shape the future of learning and development at Suffolk Fire and Rescue Service. Based at our state-of-the-art training centre in Wattisham, you’ll join a passionate and close-knit team of Learning and Development professionals (L&D) professionals who are committed to innovation and excellence.
You will be confident, creative, and forward-thinking, leading the implementation of our new Learning Management System (LMS), working closely with our chosen external partner. Your role will be pivotal in modernising how we deliver training and development across the service.
Role and Responsibilities
- Collaborating with stakeholders across the organisation to understand training needs and recommend how content should be structured within the LMS.
- Delivering engaging training sessions to staff on how to use the LMS, and providing ongoing support and troubleshooting.
- Running reports and analysing data to support our culture of continuous improvement.
- Working closely with the wider L&D team to align the LMS with our broader learning strategy.
We value diverse backgrounds, fresh perspectives, and bold ideas. If you’re excited about bringing a new system to life and enhancing the learning experience for our staff, we’d love to hear from you.
You will need
- Proven experience working with Learning Management Systems.
- The qualifications outlined in the Job Profile Pack (JPP).
- A passion for innovation and a track record of successfully introducing new systems.
- A collaborative mindset and a desire to make a real impact.
You can view a full list of requirements in the Job and Person Profile (JPP) (Docx) If you believe you can succeed in this role, apply. Even if you don't meet all requirements, still apply. We would appreciate the opportunity to consider your application.
The team
This role, along with our learning and development team, will report to the Organisation Development Partner. Our team delivers our SFRS learning offer in conjunction with Suffolk County Council and other programmes of work to meet service needs.
Empowering Everyone
We’re big believers in potential, possibility and the power of different ideas. We’re always searching for ways to encourage, respect and enable everyone to be the best they can be. We want to represent the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all individuals, especially those from groups that are currently underrepresented in the organisation, as shown in our Workforce Equality Report (suffolk.gov.uk).
For more information
If you have any questions about the role and your suitability, please contact, Camille Nickson Workforce and Development Manager by emailing Camille.nickson@suffolk.gov.uk or calling on 01473 260958 / 077431 87774
How to apply
Step 1 - Read the Job and Person Profile (JPP) (Docx)
Step 2 - Click ‘Apply Now’ to start your online application.
Step 3 - Complete the Supporting Statement template indicating how your skills and experience meet the requirements of the role (refer to the ‘Person Profile’ section of the JPP)
Step 4 - Upload a CV (without name and personal details).
Please note: Without a supporting statement and CV, your interest will not be progressed. Any supporting documents must be in either PDF or MS Word format.
We value authentic applications that showcase your genuine skills and experiences. Applications suspected of being generated by AI may be rejected. We encourage you to present your own work and ideas throughout the application process.
If you require any reasonable adjustments to the application process before the next selection stage, please contact our Recruitment Team by emailing recruitment@suffolk.gov.uk or calling 03456 014412. If you are invited to the next stage of selection, you will have another opportunity to request adjustments for the next stages of the process
Closing date: 11.30pm, 31 July 2025
This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) checks or police vetting will be required for relevant posts.
As a modern and effective council, we offer a wide variety of careers to suit people with a range of skills, abilities and ambitions. We offer working options that flex to reflect the way people work today and take the time to understand and support your individual needs. We’re driven to make a positive difference to the world around us and encourage everyone with drive and focus to join us and build an influential and impactful career. Reimagine the possibilities.
In return, you’ll enjoy:
up to 29 days annual leave entitlement (pro rata), plus UK bank holidays and two paid volunteering days
membership of a competitive Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
travel, lifestyle, health and wellbeing benefits
performance-related annual pay progression, in addition to an annual cost-of-living pay increase
training and encouragement to expand your knowledge
a variety of career development opportunities across our organisation
diverse and active staff networks
flexible working options, with the right to request flexible working from your first day
Plus lots more!
If you want to know more about our benefits, values and equality commitments please visit our Suffolk County Council careers website (careers.Suffolk.gov.uk).
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