Learning and Development Advisor

Capita plc.; Taunton; On-site; GBP 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in the UK is seeking a Learning and Development Advisor to facilitate learning pathways for Service Personnel transitioning to civilian life. The ideal candidate will support access to funded learning opportunities, provide expert advice, and manage educational resources. This full-time position based in Taunton offers a salary up to £28,000, along with flexible benefits and the chance to make a meaningful impact within the Royal Navy's Learning and Development Organisation.

Benefits

Flexible benefits including extra leave purchase

Paid volunteering days

Onsite, secure parking

Gym and shops onsite

Further qualifications can be gained

Qualifications

• Strong verbal, written, and presentation skills.
• Plan and prioritize resources effectively.
• Proficiency in IT and Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong administration experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide ongoing learning and development advice to Service Personnel.
• Promote and support access to external learning opportunities.
• Deliver L&D interviews and support learners.
• Organize and promote L&D open days.

Skills

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office (M365)

Effective planning and prioritization

Strong administration experience

Education

Qualification in education and teaching or learning and development (or equivalent)

Job description

Learning and Development Advisor page is loaded## Learning and Development Advisorremote type: Oparte na pakiecie Officelocations: Taunton: Exeter: Lympstonetime type: Zatrudnienie w pełnym wymiarze godzinposted on: Opublikowano dzisiajtime left to apply: Data zakończenia: 19 lutego 2026 (można jeszcze aplikować przez 13 dni/dzień)job requisition id: 10116728 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**Job title:**Learning and Development Advisor**Job Description:****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:* 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**At Capita, your career can take you wherever your ambition leads. You'll become part of a diverse network of talented, forward-thinking professionals working across a wide range of disciplines and sectors. We’re committed to your growth — offering exciting opportunities to expand your skills, explore new paths, and advance your career. **Join us and discover a career with purpose. #CareersWithPurpose** Customer first, always Fearless innovation Achieve together Everyone is valued**What we hope you’ll do next:**Choose ‘Apply now’ to fill out our short application, so that we can find out more about you.**Equal Opportunities**Capita is committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment process. We’re a Disability Confident employer and welcome applications from everyone. If you need adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact us at [e-mail] or call 07784 237318. For more on equal opportunities and available adjustments, visit the Capita Careers website.For general queries, email **[e-mail]**.**Location:**Taunton,Zjednoczone Królestwo**Time Type:**Zatrudnienie w pełnym wymiarze godzin**Contract Type:**Stały**Capita is a consulting, transformation and digital services business. We deliver innovative solutions and simplify the connections between businesses and customers, governments and citizens. We're driven by our purpose: to create better outcomes – for our employees, clients and customers, suppliers and partners, investors, and society. We're committed to being a responsible business – in how we operate, serve society, respect our people and the environment, and deliver attractive returns to our investors. Every day we help millions of people, by delivering innovative solutions to transform and simplify the connections between businesses and customers, governments and citizens. 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