Learning and Development Advisor (2404)

Do you want to create a better world for animals? At the RSPCA, we believe all animals deserve kindness and respect. We work for the benefit of every animal – as well as pets, that includes farmed animals, wildlife, and animals used in science. Choose a career with us and make a difference for every kind.

We're recruiting a Learning and Development Advisor to contribute to the creation, delivery and embedding of the learning and development element of the People Strategy; acting as a Centre of Excellence for the delivery of Learning and Development strategies, policies and processes.

• Working hours: 25 hours over a 4 day work week (flexible on the days)
• 12 Month fixed term contract - Maternity cover.
• Homebased role: You will be fully remote with the option to attend onsite as and when you wish. 

Are you ready to join our movement?

We think this role's going to be popular and are expecting to attract high interest so we strongly encourage early applications to avoid missing out - closing date is  24th July 2025.

We're looking for a driven and passionate individual who has previous experience working in a Learning and Development function. Ideally you'll have experience of learning design and delivery in a complex, multi-site, multi-divisional organisation. You'll build strong relationships with internal stakeholders and provide advice and guidance about a range of L&D solutions to support the delivery of personal, departmental and business objectives.

• Business Partnering with the RSPCA's Operations Directorate.
• Working closely with HR Business Partners, the wider Learning and Talent Development Team and the organisation as a subject matter expert on learning and development.
• Designing,developing and delivering learning solutions, aligned with the RSPCA's Strategic Priorities and Values and Behaviours.
• Supporting the implementation of the RSPCA strategy, P&C Plan and Learning and Talent Development Plan. 
• Leveraging learning technologies to develop creative solutions that will effectively scale for a nationally dispersed workforce.
• Assisting in the monitoring, evaluation and reporting of learning Return on Investment.
• Producing and contributing to reports on L&D activities.
• Supporting transformational projects through leading workstreams and coordinating other Subject Matter Experts. .

• Strong engagement and relational skills.
• Excellent influencing, communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Facilitation and coaching skills.
• Effective planning and organisational skills, with the ability to juggle multiple priorities.
• Flexibility to thrive in a fluid environment.
• CIPD qualification and/or relevant L&D experience. 

Successful candidates for certain RSPCA roles will need to undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK - We are unable to sponsor visas at RSPCA

We want to ensure we do all we can to give you a positive candidate experience through our recruitment. Whilst we do try to give feedback where we can, sometimes due to receiving high levels of applications, this may not always be possible

We are building the future of a diverse Society, and our priority is to support animal welfare by finding people from all backgrounds who are committed  to our mission.  For this reason we actively encourage a wide diversity of applications - in particular from members of minority ethnic groups, and people with disabilities - as these candidates are currently under-represented at the RSPCA. Your transferable skills & lived experiences could make you a valuable addition to our RSPCA Family! 

Should you need any support with your application or interview process please contact resourcingteam@rspca.org.uk / 0300 123 0685.

Our mission is to ensure animals have a good life by rescuing and caring for those in need, by advocating on behalf of all animals and by inspiring everyone to treat them with compassion and respect