Training & Instructional Design Consultant

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?? Job Opportunity: Training & Instructional Design Consultant – Leadership Development

?? Location: Westminster, London (Hybrid – 4 days in office, 1 day remote)

?? Day Rate: £537.76 (Umbrella)

?? Contract Duration: until March 2026

?? Start Date: ASAP (subject to police vetting clearance)

About the Role

We are seeking six experienced and dynamic Training & Instructional Design Consultants to join our Leadership Academy Design Team. This is a unique opportunity to shape and deliver a large-scale leadership and CPD programme that supports the strategic priorities of the UK’s largest police force.

You will lead the design of structured, measurable, and engaging learning experiences using industry-recognised instructional design methodologies and adult learning principles. Your work will directly impact the development of current and future leaders across the organisation.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive Training Needs Analyses (TNA) to identify learning gaps and align training with strategic goals.
• Design structured learning curricula using Training Objectives (TOs), Enabling Objectives (EOs), and Key Learning Points (KLPs).
• Apply learning taxonomies (e.g., Bloom’s) to define and structure learning levels.
• Develop assessment strategies and specifications aligned with learning outcomes.
• Create detailed lesson specifications and lesson plans for consistent delivery.
• Design and develop high-quality, engaging leadership training programmes.
• Produce Train the Trainer packages and support instructional QA activities.
• Collaborate with stakeholders, SMEs, and business leaders to ensure relevance and impact.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Proven expertise in instructional design and training lifecycle management.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and consultation skills.
• Advanced curriculum development using TOs, EOs, and KLPs.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 and SharePoint.
• Excellent communication, project management, and organisational skills.
• High attention to detail and a quality-focused mindset.

Desirable

• Experience in public sector or uniformed services (e.g., police, military).
• Background in complex, hierarchical organisations.
• Familiarity with ADDIE, SAT, DSAT or similar instructional design models.
• Experience managing QA in adult learning environments.

Additional Information

• Fast-tracked vetting (1–3 weeks).
• Interviews to commence week of 14th July.
• Office attendance days will be designated by the organisation.

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