Learning & Development Manager

The HPC Jobs Service supports local people into exciting, long-term careers across our Project. Learning & Development Manager Somerset Larder Full Time: 39 hours a week Salary range: £50k + benefits Location: Compass House Interview date: Thursday 24th September 2026 Click Here to Apply!! - Applications made directly to the jobs service may not be seen by the employer Want to work for a company where Togetherness, Nurture, Pride and Planet are at the heart of everything they do? Then look no further, Somerset Larder produces fresh food and meals to go using locally sourced ingredients from all over the west country. Our philosophy is to nourish the community with amazing produce, to employ local people and to train apprentices for future careers in the catering and hospitality sector. At Somerset Larder, our Values have been set by our staff. Our Values exist for the good of our working lives and company performance. Our Values are: Togetherness - "Be a tractor not a trailer." Nurture - "You grow, I grow, we grow." Pride - "We can and we will" Planet - "We're part of a bigger picture" We're looking for an experienced Learning & Development Manager to join our People & Talent team. If you're a talented trainer, tutor or teacher with hospitality or catering experience and a passion for helping people succeed, this could be the perfect opportunity for you. The Role You'll design, deliver and evaluate engaging learning programmes that develop skills, knowledge and confidence across the business on a wide range of subjects and to a wide range of team members and leaders. Key responsibilities include: • Designing and delivering creative training programmes. • Facilitating workshops, coaching sessions and workplace learning. • Assessing knowledge, understanding and competency. • Building skills, confidence and leadership capability across the business through continuous learning and development. • Supporting apprentices to stay on track and achieve their qualifications. • Liaising with college tutors and training providers. • Delivering engaging and inspiring induction programmes. • Sourcing and managing digital learning resources and training materials. • Promoting best practice in Food Safety, Health & Safety and Inclusion, and supporting our commitment to a Zero Harm culture. What We're Looking For About You Our ideal candidate will bring: • Experience as a Trainer, Tutor, Teacher or Learning & Development professional. • Hospitality or catering sector experience. • A recognised training, teaching or learning qualification. • Experience supporting apprentices and learners. • Excellent facilitation, coaching and communication skills. • Strong Health & Safety and Food Safety knowledge. • Confidence using Microsoft 365 and learning technologies. • The ability to engage, motivate and inspire people at all levels. • Be passionate about developing our people and building a positive and inclusive culture. • Be creative and engaging. • Are organised and self-motivated. • Be a strong relationship builder. • Be committed to continuous personal and professional development. Essential Qualifications • Recognised teaching, training or learning and development qualification (e.g. PTLLS/DTLLS, Cert Ed, PGCE or CIPD Learning & Development or equivalent). • Relevant Health & Safety qualification (e.g. IOSH) or willingness to work towards one. • Food safety qualification (or willingness to achieve) Essential Experience • Significant experience as a Trainer, Tutor, Teacher, Learning & Development Professional or similar role. • Previous hospitality, catering or food service industry experience with a strong practical understanding of sector operations. • Experience of designing and delivering engaging training programmes in operational environments. • Experience of assessing knowledge, competence and learning outcomes. • Experience supporting apprentices or learners through structured qualifications and development programmes. • Experience liaising with colleges, training providers, awarding organisations or apprenticeship partners. • Experience of delivering induction and onboarding programmes. Essential Knowledge • Strong understanding of adult learning principles and effective training methodologies. • Good knowledge of hospitality and catering operations, standards and best practice. • Excellent understanding of workplace Health & Safety requirements. • Knowledge of apprenticeship frameworks, standards and learner support requirements. • Understanding of and consistent application of equality, diversity and inclusion principles in learning environments. Essential Skills and Competencies • Excellent presentation and facilitation skills. • Ability to engage, motivate and inspire learners at all levels. • Strong coaching and mentoring capability. • Highly organised with excellent planning and time-management skills. • Strong written and verbal communication skills. • Technology savvy with the ability to use learning management systems, Microsoft 365 applications and digital learning tools effectively. • Ability to create innovative and engaging learning materials. • Strong assessment and evaluation skills. • Highly collaborative with the ability to build positive relationships with stakeholders. • Ability to analyse information and identify training needs. • Commitment to continuous improvement and professional development. • Passion for helping others learn, develop and succeed. Personal Qualities • Enthusiastic and energetic with a genuine passion for learning and development. • Creative and innovative in approach. • Positive role model who promotes company values and behaviours. • Adaptable and resilient in a fast-paced environment. • Approachable, supportive and people-focused. • Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality. • An inclusive approach and tailoring learning activities to meet learner needs. • Safety-conscious with a commitment to supporting a "Zero Harm" culture. Desirable • CIPD membership or qualification. • Assessor and/or Internal Quality Assurance qualification. • Experience working with e-learning packages and digital learning resources. • Experience working within large-scale hospitality, catering, leisure or service-sector organisations. • Champion a culture of continuous learning, development and Zero Harm across the organisation. Employee Benefits Menu At Somerset Larder, we believe our people are the secret ingredient to our success. Here's a flavourful look at the benefits we've cooked up for our amazing team: Generous Time Off Savour a well-balanced blend of work and personal time with our generous annual leave allowance (33 days including bank holidays) Pension Contributions with Extra Spice Prepare for your future with a pension plan that goes beyond the basics - 5% from you, matched with a hearty 5% from us Life Assurance Our life assurance plan is here to provide peace of mind, so you can focus on serving up excellence Cycle Scheme Get a healthy and eco-friendly start to each day with our cycle scheme - perfect for working up an appetite! Comprehensive Family Leave Benefits When life serves up big changes, we're here to support you with a menu of family leave benefits designed so you can make memories as you care for your family. Free Food and Drink on Shift Enjoy a daily free meal/drink so you can fuel up and stay energised. Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)/Mental Health First Aiders Tap into our 24/7, all-year round helpline and portal Wisdom, loaded with resources on health, finances, legal