UNISON Centre London Starting Salary £40,730 per annum plus London Weighting allowance of £6,894 35 hours per week Temporary 12 months contract Ref: ORD/AR24
UNISON is Britain’s leading public sector trade union, with more than 1.3 million members working in the public services, private, voluntary and community sectors and in the energy services. We employ 1,200 staff, including approximately 370 at our national centre in Euston, central London and the remainder in our 12 regions across the UK, in Northern Ireland.
About this Job
UNISON carried out a comprehensive staff digital skills survey during 2025, which highlighted gaps in IT skills among staff at all levels. Our Digital Skills Officer is building a comprehensive training and support programme to ensure all staff are able to make good use of the tools available to them.
We are now seeking a Digital Skills Trainer to support this work. This will be a specialist role within the Staff Learning and Development Department, working closely with the IT department. The postholder will train and engage colleagues in using Microsoft 365 Apps and other digital platforms as required.
What you'll do:
Design, create and deliver engaging and impactful digital skills training, online and in person, for a wide range of skills levels
Create simple online guidance and resources to meet emerging needs
Keep up to date with changes to the software we use and update training and resources accordingly
Work alongside the Digital Skills Officer to create and support a culture of confidence and competence in using digital tools at UNISON
Why join us:
Make a difference to how staff experience our digital tools
Contribute to our digital skills journey and help shape how it evolves
Be part of a small supportive team
The postholder will have a proven track record in IT skills training and a creative approach to designing training and resources.
In return we offer excellent benefits including 32 days of annual leave + public holidays, final salary pension scheme, flexible working and much more.
How to Apply
To apply for this opportunity, please download and complete the General application form referring to the job description and person specification (both under “Documents”)
Please note that only the relevant application form will be accepted. CVs will not be accepted.
The completed application form along with the Recruitment and Disability Monitoring Form should be returned by e-mail to stafflearninganddevelopment@unison.co.uk quoting reference: ORD/AR24 on your application form.
Please save your documents starting with your full name in the document name.
Closing date for applications is 5pm on Friday 8th May 2026.
The interviews will be held on Friday 5th June in UNISON Centre, Euston Road London.
UNISON is a dynamic, progressive union, committed to equality. We encourage men and women of all ages, Black and minority ethnic groups, disabled people, lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender people to work with us.
23/04/2026
Full time
UNISON Centre London Starting Salary £40,730 per annum plus London Weighting allowance of £6,894 35 hours per week Temporary 12 months contract Ref: ORD/AR24
UNISON is Britain’s leading public sector trade union, with more than 1.3 million members working in the public services, private, voluntary and community sectors and in the energy services. We employ 1,200 staff, including approximately 370 at our national centre in Euston, central London and the remainder in our 12 regions across the UK, in Northern Ireland.
About this Job
UNISON carried out a comprehensive staff digital skills survey during 2025, which highlighted gaps in IT skills among staff at all levels. Our Digital Skills Officer is building a comprehensive training and support programme to ensure all staff are able to make good use of the tools available to them.
We are now seeking a Digital Skills Trainer to support this work. This will be a specialist role within the Staff Learning and Development Department, working closely with the IT department. The postholder will train and engage colleagues in using Microsoft 365 Apps and other digital platforms as required.
What you'll do:
Design, create and deliver engaging and impactful digital skills training, online and in person, for a wide range of skills levels
Create simple online guidance and resources to meet emerging needs
Keep up to date with changes to the software we use and update training and resources accordingly
Work alongside the Digital Skills Officer to create and support a culture of confidence and competence in using digital tools at UNISON
Why join us:
Make a difference to how staff experience our digital tools
Contribute to our digital skills journey and help shape how it evolves
Be part of a small supportive team
The postholder will have a proven track record in IT skills training and a creative approach to designing training and resources.
In return we offer excellent benefits including 32 days of annual leave + public holidays, final salary pension scheme, flexible working and much more.
How to Apply
To apply for this opportunity, please download and complete the General application form referring to the job description and person specification (both under “Documents”)
Please note that only the relevant application form will be accepted. CVs will not be accepted.
The completed application form along with the Recruitment and Disability Monitoring Form should be returned by e-mail to stafflearninganddevelopment@unison.co.uk quoting reference: ORD/AR24 on your application form.
Please save your documents starting with your full name in the document name.
Closing date for applications is 5pm on Friday 8th May 2026.
The interviews will be held on Friday 5th June in UNISON Centre, Euston Road London.
UNISON is a dynamic, progressive union, committed to equality. We encourage men and women of all ages, Black and minority ethnic groups, disabled people, lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender people to work with us.
Fortitude 17 Limited
Remote (with some onsite work)
About The Company
Fortitude 17 is a growing tech start-up company that provides software testing and training services to a variety of industries, working within global ERP, CRM and HRIS project implementations.
We boast a fabulous team of people and are looking to have somebody join the business to complement our current team in a Training & Development Lead capacity. This role is ideal for someone looking to take the next step up in the training realm; someone who wants to make a difference and truly carve out the growing Training offering within our business.
The Role
The Training & Development Lead job will see the successful candidate work primarily with the CEO & Founder in a full-time and mostly remote capacity, though there will be onsite presence required intermittently, depending on projects that Fortitude 17 support.
The main duties of the role include:
Driving forward the training landscape for Fortitude 17
Building our eLearning courses and curriculum design
Aligning our company goals for training against industry standards
Presenting training workshops to end users (client-side)
Procuring training materials in video and document formats (client-side)
Creating training-related documentation including plans, strategies, schedules, etc.
Assessing the training needs of clients and projects, using TNA and assessment methodologies
Working closely with the Test and Change Teams for further alignment, gap closure and risk/change management
Driving meetings and contributing to business development planning sessions, etc.
Owning and coordinating the entire Training work-stream across Fortitude 17
Working with external stakeholders and F17 colleagues to influence Training approach
Building a team of exceptional individuals to grow our Training services and product remit
Essential Requirements
Experience of working in a Training Lead capacity across multiple technology projects
Excellent across all forms of communication, and particularly confident when presenting workshops
Meticulous attention to detail and the ability to work under pressure
Ability to facilitate and progress multiple tasks over a short space of time
Conscientious nature and a will to win
A passion for education and making a difference
Self-sufficient and able to coordinate own workload
A good proficiency of document creation tools, and eLearning software
A minimum of 3-4 years working with LMS platforms
Able to combine remote working and working on client site
Desired Requirements
Experience of working for start-up companies
Working within large-scale projects, specifically ERP, CRM and/or HRIS transformations
Experience and exposure to Microsoft Dynamics 365 solutions
Proficient in using EasyGenerator
Benefits
Generous leave allowance
Mental Health days in addition to annual leave
Opportunity to travel and support clients overseas
Great company for personal growth, with opportunity to find your niche within our company
Opportunity to work with former and current athletes that understand excellence and our committed to driving standards across the business
We are looking to have someone in place to start in mid-July 2024.
Please only apply if you are legally allowed to work in the UK and are based in the UK, as well as meeting the Essential Requirements within the post. Those applying without these must-have attributes will not be considered for the role.
30/06/2024
Full time
About The Company
Fortitude 17 is a growing tech start-up company that provides software testing and training services to a variety of industries, working within global ERP, CRM and HRIS project implementations.
We boast a fabulous team of people and are looking to have somebody join the business to complement our current team in a Training & Development Lead capacity. This role is ideal for someone looking to take the next step up in the training realm; someone who wants to make a difference and truly carve out the growing Training offering within our business.
The Role
The Training & Development Lead job will see the successful candidate work primarily with the CEO & Founder in a full-time and mostly remote capacity, though there will be onsite presence required intermittently, depending on projects that Fortitude 17 support.
The main duties of the role include:
Driving forward the training landscape for Fortitude 17
Building our eLearning courses and curriculum design
Aligning our company goals for training against industry standards
Presenting training workshops to end users (client-side)
Procuring training materials in video and document formats (client-side)
Creating training-related documentation including plans, strategies, schedules, etc.
Assessing the training needs of clients and projects, using TNA and assessment methodologies
Working closely with the Test and Change Teams for further alignment, gap closure and risk/change management
Driving meetings and contributing to business development planning sessions, etc.
Owning and coordinating the entire Training work-stream across Fortitude 17
Working with external stakeholders and F17 colleagues to influence Training approach
Building a team of exceptional individuals to grow our Training services and product remit
Essential Requirements
Experience of working in a Training Lead capacity across multiple technology projects
Excellent across all forms of communication, and particularly confident when presenting workshops
Meticulous attention to detail and the ability to work under pressure
Ability to facilitate and progress multiple tasks over a short space of time
Conscientious nature and a will to win
A passion for education and making a difference
Self-sufficient and able to coordinate own workload
A good proficiency of document creation tools, and eLearning software
A minimum of 3-4 years working with LMS platforms
Able to combine remote working and working on client site
Desired Requirements
Experience of working for start-up companies
Working within large-scale projects, specifically ERP, CRM and/or HRIS transformations
Experience and exposure to Microsoft Dynamics 365 solutions
Proficient in using EasyGenerator
Benefits
Generous leave allowance
Mental Health days in addition to annual leave
Opportunity to travel and support clients overseas
Great company for personal growth, with opportunity to find your niche within our company
Opportunity to work with former and current athletes that understand excellence and our committed to driving standards across the business
We are looking to have someone in place to start in mid-July 2024.
Please only apply if you are legally allowed to work in the UK and are based in the UK, as well as meeting the Essential Requirements within the post. Those applying without these must-have attributes will not be considered for the role.
The post holder must hold the following:
Hold a bachelor’s degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) discipline.
An appropriate teaching qualification (minimum train the trainer).
Recent industrial experience of Engineering.
Experience teaching and assessing Mathematics and Science courses and Programmes up to and including City and Guilds Level 3.
Experience of delivering dynamic, creative and innovative learning experiences.
Ability to develop positive working relationships with individuals and customers at all levels (internal and external).
A strong sense of purpose and proven experience of exceeding goals.
The ability to meet delivery targets.
Excellent ICT Skills.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present information clearly and effectively.
It is desirable for the post holder to have:
Experience of Mathematics and Science in the shipbuilding or offshore environment.
Experience of verifying Mathematics and Science courses.
Experience of delivering City and Guilds qualifications.
How to apply: by sending your updated CVs, qualifications and passport to the email: mohammad.laham@sbc.edu.sa
27/09/2023
Full time
The post holder must hold the following:
Hold a bachelor’s degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) discipline.
An appropriate teaching qualification (minimum train the trainer).
Recent industrial experience of Engineering.
Experience teaching and assessing Mathematics and Science courses and Programmes up to and including City and Guilds Level 3.
Experience of delivering dynamic, creative and innovative learning experiences.
Ability to develop positive working relationships with individuals and customers at all levels (internal and external).
A strong sense of purpose and proven experience of exceeding goals.
The ability to meet delivery targets.
Excellent ICT Skills.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present information clearly and effectively.
It is desirable for the post holder to have:
Experience of Mathematics and Science in the shipbuilding or offshore environment.
Experience of verifying Mathematics and Science courses.
Experience of delivering City and Guilds qualifications.
How to apply: by sending your updated CVs, qualifications and passport to the email: mohammad.laham@sbc.edu.sa
About us:
Gower College Swansea is one of the largest colleges in Wales with a strong reputation for high quality teaching and learning. We have six campuses across the city with over 4,500 full time learners and 10,000 part time learners. We currently have a turnover of over £50 million making us a major employer in the region with approximately 1,000 staff.
At Gower College Swansea we are passionate about investing in our staff and looking after their wellbeing to ensure they feel supported in work and also at home.
The role:
You will be responsible for the delivery of high-quality Data Analytics apprenticeship training and assessment on our work-based learning contract.
37 hours per week
Permanent
£31,498 - £36,642 per annum
Jubilee Court, Swansea, SA5
Key Responsibilities:
Plan and deliver training and assessments across a range of courses ensuring schemes/records of work, assignment schedules, are appropriate to the syllabus content and awarding body standards
Work with customers in industry to maintain and build relationships and to secure contracts with existing and new organisations
Meet regularly with learners as determined by the programme delivery to establish and maintain monitoring and review arrangements for students undertaking training.
About you:
Level 4 qualification or equivalent in Data Analytics
Commercial knowledge, experience and understanding of industry, including training needs
Creative, innovative and enthusiastic
Benefits for you:
28 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, and the college is closed for two weeks over the Christmas period
Free Parking
A Local Government Pension Scheme with an average employer contribution of 21% (2023)
Free annual subscription to the Headspace Mindfulness app
Discounted study opportunities on College programmes
Hybrid Working
View more benefits here: https://www.gcs.ac.uk/recruitment/benefits-and-wellbeing
We welcome applications from individuals regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, socio-economic background, religion and/or belief. We particularly welcome applications from groups currently underrepresented within our organisation.
If you wish to continue your application journey using Welsh Language, please visit our Cymraeg site. We encourage Welsh Language applications as we recognise the importance of delivering services in Welsh, and the need to grow our bilingual workforce.
Gower College Swansea is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check and require registration with the Education Workforce Council for Wales.
Appointments will normally be made to the bottom of the salary scale with annual increments on 1st August each year (subject to a start date before 1st February).
15/05/2023
Full time
About us:
Gower College Swansea is one of the largest colleges in Wales with a strong reputation for high quality teaching and learning. We have six campuses across the city with over 4,500 full time learners and 10,000 part time learners. We currently have a turnover of over £50 million making us a major employer in the region with approximately 1,000 staff.
At Gower College Swansea we are passionate about investing in our staff and looking after their wellbeing to ensure they feel supported in work and also at home.
The role:
You will be responsible for the delivery of high-quality Data Analytics apprenticeship training and assessment on our work-based learning contract.
37 hours per week
Permanent
£31,498 - £36,642 per annum
Jubilee Court, Swansea, SA5
Key Responsibilities:
Plan and deliver training and assessments across a range of courses ensuring schemes/records of work, assignment schedules, are appropriate to the syllabus content and awarding body standards
Work with customers in industry to maintain and build relationships and to secure contracts with existing and new organisations
Meet regularly with learners as determined by the programme delivery to establish and maintain monitoring and review arrangements for students undertaking training.
About you:
Level 4 qualification or equivalent in Data Analytics
Commercial knowledge, experience and understanding of industry, including training needs
Creative, innovative and enthusiastic
Benefits for you:
28 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, and the college is closed for two weeks over the Christmas period
Free Parking
A Local Government Pension Scheme with an average employer contribution of 21% (2023)
Free annual subscription to the Headspace Mindfulness app
Discounted study opportunities on College programmes
Hybrid Working
View more benefits here: https://www.gcs.ac.uk/recruitment/benefits-and-wellbeing
We welcome applications from individuals regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, socio-economic background, religion and/or belief. We particularly welcome applications from groups currently underrepresented within our organisation.
If you wish to continue your application journey using Welsh Language, please visit our Cymraeg site. We encourage Welsh Language applications as we recognise the importance of delivering services in Welsh, and the need to grow our bilingual workforce.
Gower College Swansea is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check and require registration with the Education Workforce Council for Wales.
Appointments will normally be made to the bottom of the salary scale with annual increments on 1st August each year (subject to a start date before 1st February).
