Job Description

Location: South Essex (multi-site)
Contract: Interim (3 months initial, with potential extension)

We are seeking an experienced Interim Learning & Development Lead to join a values-driven organisation during a period of transition. This role will provide both operational oversight and strategic support to ensure the continuity and improvement of learning, training, and workforce development activity.

• Provide day-to-day oversight of learning and development operations, ensuring training delivery runs smoothly and efficiently
• Improve coordination, communication, and tracking of training activity and compliance
• Support the development of a structured, organisation-wide training framework, including mandatory and role-specific learning pathways
• Strengthen systems, reporting, and visibility of training compliance and workforce development
• Work collaboratively with managers, HR, and senior stakeholders to identify learning needs and improve delivery
• Support regulatory readiness and translate requirements into practical training solutions
• Review and enhance processes, governance, and external training provision
• Deliver clear recommendations and handover support to ensure continuity beyond the contract

• Proven experience leading or improving learning & development functions or training programmes
• Strong organisational and project coordination skills
• Experience working in complex or fast-paced operational environments
• Knowledge of learning management systems and compliance tracking
• Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on delivery
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills

• Background in social housing, public sector, charity, healthcare, or similar environments
• Previous interim or transformation experience

• Enhanced DBS required
• Must be able to travel across sites as needed

Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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