Learning and Development Business Partner

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Please apply online via the link provided.

Please note, we do not accept CV’s (unless specified on the advert).

Please fully complete the online application form.

Sefton Council is seeking a motivated and skilled Learning and Development Business Partner to lead high‑quality First Aid, Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) and Health & Safety training across the organisation.

The Role

You will:

• Deliver accredited First Aid and MHFA training.
• Oversee quality assurance, compliance and audit‑ready records.
• Manage and monitor external training providers.
• Maintain and update Health & Safety eLearning content.
• Support wider learning, digital development and organisational development projects.

About You

You will have:

• A First Aid at Work qualification and a recognised trainer qualification.
• Experience in training delivery, quality assurance and coordinating L&D provision.
• Strong communication, digital and organisational skills.
• The ability to work flexibly and travel independently across sites.
• MHFA trainer status or willingness to train (desirable).

What We Offer

• A supportive, values‑led working environment.
• Generous annual leave, LGPS pension and flexible working.
• Access to wide-ranging learning and development opportunities.
• Wellbeing support, inclusive policies, and family‑friendly benefits.
• Foster Friendly employer commitment and a strong focus on equality and inclusion.

Please ensure you meet all essential criteria before applying. Only applicants who meet the essential criteria will be invited to interview.

Closing Date - 17th March 2026 at 5pm

Provisional Interview Date - 26th & 27th March 2026

Applications may close early if sufficient numbers are received.

For a confidential conversation regarding the post, email Michael Mainwaring, Learning and Workforce Service Manager, at Michael.Mainwaring@sefton.gov.uk.