Training & Development Manager - Camberley, Surrey (GU15) Camberley, Surrey (GU15 3YX)

Job Description

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A very rare opportunity has opened up for the right individual to join KOOSA Kids Human Resources Department as Training & Development Manager. KOOSA Kids are the leading provider of high quality, fun & affordable before school, after school and holiday childcare across Berkshire, Hampshire, Richmond & Surrey, with an unrivalled number of clubs rated ‘Outstanding’ by Ofsted.

At KOOSA Kids we recognise that our team are our biggest asset. As a real people champion, the Training & Development Manager, will drive all aspects of our employee retention strategy through employee engagement and continued professional development. Supported by the Head of Business Services and working closely with our Operations Department and other members of the Human Resources team, you will have full ownership of the staff training and development strategy, ensuring KOOSA Kids are delivering high quality, professional and fun childcare at all times. This role is based from our Head Office in Camberley, Surrey (GU15).

The Role

The Training & Development Manager will identify and develop talent within the business, embedding KOOSA Kids core values, mission & vision and ensuring KOOSA Kids employees feel valued throughout their time with us. You will enhance employee performance, boost productivity, minimise employee turnover and improve overall company culture.

The ideal candidate for this role will have experience within Learning and Development, you must have worked closely with senior management, have experience of creating, leading and delivering training programmes and identifying needs. You will have an approachable personality and be highly personable!

Underpinning everything you do, will be the desire to ensure outstanding levels of childcare is delivered at our after school clubs, breakfast clubs and holiday clubs, in-line with KOOSA Kids policies and Ofsted standards, and that the children in our care are provided with a safe and secure environment where they can explore, grow and have FUN!

Skills & Experience

• At least 3-5 years solid experience in a Learning & Development or related HR managerial position
• Proven success in developing employees through set progression pathways
• Experience of coaching, supporting and mentoring employees, helping staff learn new skills and develop existing ones
• Be a people person with fantastic communication skills
• Have the ability to motivate others to deliver to the highest standard
• Be inspirational, bringing fun and creativeness to the team
• Be confident in creating, writing and delivering inspirational training programmes
• Have a fun and energetic nature
• Experience in a childcare, early years or playwork setting is preferred but not essential
• Full driving license with access to your own vehicle essential
• Have the ability to be cleared for an enhanced DBS check

Company benefits

• Company laptop & mobile phone
• Business mileage reimbursement
• Company pension
• Discounted childcare
• Social activities
• Professional development
• Career progression & support gaining recognisable qualifications nationwide

Hours

Full Time, Monday - Friday 9:30am - 6:00pm plus additional hours during school holidays

KOOSA Kids are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to complete an Enhanced DBS disclosure.

Apply today to join our fun & energetic team.