Essential Skills Trainer

Job title:

Essential Skills Trainer

Company

Howdens

Job description

Essential Skills TrainerLocation: Birmingham, Midlands and National Travel
Salary: Competitive with excellent benefits and company car
Contract: Full-time, PermanentHowdens is looking for an Essential Skills Trainer! Are you passionate about empowering people with the skills they need to excel? Do you thrive on creating engaging learning experiences that drive real, measurable change?As an Essential Skills Trainer, you will be pivotal in delivering and embedding impactful training that enhances essential skills across our trade depot teams. Collaborating closely with HR Business Partners, Regional Leaders, and Learning Partners, you’ll ensure our employees are equipped with the knowledge, skills, and behaviours they need to succeed and thrive in their roles.This role focuses on three key areas: * Essential Skills Training: Delivering sales and core skills training to employees at all levels.

• Stock, Systems, & Process Training: Educating managers and staff on key operational processes to ensure compliance and efficiency.
• Embedding Learning: Ensuring training outcomes are effectively applied in the workplace through follow-up activities, coaching, and measurable impact assessment.

What will you be doing as an Essential Skills Trainer:

• Deliver engaging, high-quality virtual and face-to-face training sessions tailored to learner needs.
• Collaborate with managers to ensure training outcomes are integrated into daily operations.
• Lead embedding activities such as follow-ups, group discussions, and practical application of skills in the workplace.
• Continuously update and improve training materials to ensure relevance and engagement.
• Measure and evaluate training effectiveness, reporting on key outcomes such as participant feedback and business impact.
• Manage and promote our Learning Management System (LMS) to track learner progress and enhance accessibility.

What do you need to qualify for the Essentials Skills Trainer:

• Proven experience delivering effective L&D programmes in virtual and in-person settings.
• Familiarity with stock, systems, and processes in depots or retail environments (preferred).
• Skilled in evaluating and measuring the return on investment (ROI) for learning initiatives.
• Strong understanding of modern learning practices and trends, with experience using LMS platforms.
• Excellent communication and influencing skills, capable of motivating behavioural change.
• Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.

Why Join Us:

• Play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our workforce, driving skills development and performance improvement.
• Work with a collaborative, forward-thinking L&D team dedicated to continuous growth.
• Enjoy a competitive salary, benefits, and opportunities for personal and professional development.
• Be part of an inclusive organisation that values innovation, excellence, and its people.

What we offer:

• Competitive Salary + Bonus + Company Car
• Pension Plan with a maximum company contribution of 12%
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays with an opportunity to purchase additional days
• Staff discount
• Ongoing support and development
• Friendly and supportive environment offering exceptional reward and recognition

How to Apply:The closing date is January 3rd, and successful applicants will be contacted in the New Year.Grade | 6Line Manager | Ash MeadGood luck with your application. Before you apply, please speak to your manager so that they are aware of your interest in this role. You will also need to attach a CV as part of your application.Please take note that this advert is a summary of the main duties and responsibilities and may be subject to change. If you have any questions or need further support or information, please contact the Hiring Manager or the Recruitment Team.You will need to activate your account when you apply for this role. Please check your email carefully to ensure that you have completed this step. We are unable to view your application if you have not activated your account.Howdens is founded on the principle of being Worthwhile for ALL concerned. We’re working hard to ensure we provide an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome. We will do everything we can to support you during your application. If you need us to make any adjustments to our recruitment process, please email recruitmentteam@howdens.com with the job title and location, and we will be happy to help you.

Expected salary

Location

West Midlands

Job date

Fri, 06 Dec 2024 00:08:52 GMT

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