Learning and Development Advisor
| Posting date: | 05 February 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £27,000 to £28,000 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 07 March 2026 |
| Location: | TA2 6PF |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Capita plc |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 10116728-42284 |
Summary
Full-time role, 37.5 hours a week (Monday - Friday)
Taunton/Lympstone
Due to the nature of this role, you must be eligible for UK Security Clearance at SC level.
Help get better trained personnel to the front line faster. This role plays a vital part within the Royal Navy's Learning and Development Organisation (LDO), supporting Service Personnel as they prepare for their transition into civilian life. Working closely with the LDO Hub Team Leader, you will provide expert resettlement guidance, offer clear advice on accessible learning and development pathways for Service Personnel and their families, and help identify education and career focused opportunities that align with current and future Royal Navy promotion and training needs.
You will be required to work between offices in Lympstone and Taunton
What you'll be doing
• Provide ongoing learning and development advice to Service Personnel throughout their careers.
• Promote and support access to funded external learning opportunities, including e-learning.
• Find new ways to promote LDO Hub services using a range of media and materials.
• Work with LDO colleagues to deliver L&D interviews, schedule Hub events, and support learners.
• Provide learning resources and maintain accurate education records in JPA.
• Coordinate and approve learning credit schemes for eligible learners.
• Organise, promote, and deliver annual L&D open days and unit‑level briefings.
• Raise awareness of Resettlement support and provide 2nd Line Resettlement guidance in line with policy.
What we're looking for:
Essential:
• Strong verbal, written and presentation skills - able to explain complex processes and provide clear and concise advice in dealings with the customer
• Plan and prioritise resources effectively - able to demonstrate effective planning and delivery of operational priorities
• Proficiency in IT - be proficient in Microsoft Office (M365) applications
• Strong Administration experience
Desirable:
• Any qualification in education and teaching, or learning and development (or equivalent)
• Experience of qualifications in Coaching & Mentoring
About Selborne
Selborne is a bold, £1 billion, 12-year transformation of Royal Navy training, led by Capita and a powerhouse consortium known as Team Fisher - including Raytheon UK, Fujitsu, and the University of Lincoln. Together, we're modernising military education with cutting-edge tech like simulators and data analytics, all under a collaborative "one team" approach with the Royal Navy. It's a shared mission to deliver smarter, more effective training for sailors and marines across the naval enterprise. To learn more please visit: Royal Navy education & training Selborne | Careers at Capita
What's in it for you?
• A salary of up to £28,000
• Enjoy flexible benefits including extra leave purchase, paid volunteering days, enhanced family leave, lifestyle discounts, and access to inclusive employee networks - all designed to support your wellbeing and personal growth.
• Onsite, secure parking
• Catering facilities, Gym and shops onsite
• Rewarding role making a real difference to those joining and progressing within the Royal Navy
• Further qualifications can be gained
Unlock Your Potential with Capita
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Equal Opportunities
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