Training Assistant

Overview

Are you passionate about helping people grow and thrive? Do you want to play a key role in shaping the development of a vibrant, values-driven team? Portland Brown is looking for a proactive and enthusiastic Training Assistant to join Portland Brown! In this exciting role, you'll have the opportunity to design and deliver impactful training programmes that empower Portland Brown's people to excel and bring Portland Brown's culture to life every day.

Working closely with line managers and the Leadership Team, you'll be instrumental in ensuring that everyone has the skills and confidence to succeed in their roles. If you love building relationships, enjoy organising engaging training experiences, and are motivated by seeing others grow, this is the perfect opportunity for you to make a real difference in Portland Brown's business.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure all new starters receive a thorough induction, with all details accurately recorded and signed off.
• Continuously review and improve induction programmes to keep them fresh and engaging.
• Ensure every new team member has the right equipment and tools to hit the ground running.
• Act as the go-to person for new starters during their induction, offering support and guidance.
• Create, deliver, and coordinate bespoke and refresher training programmes to help Portland Brown's people perform at their best.
• Train line managers to deliver effective training sessions, ensuring consistency across the business.
• Regularly assess training programmes to keep them up-to-date and efficient.
• Collaborate with line managers and the Leadership Team to identify training needs across the company.
• Design and deliver training programmes tailored to both Portland's goals and individual development.
• Source external training when needed to complement in-house offerings.

Requirements:

• Experience in a similar role or relevant transferrable skills.
• Strong knowledge of training tools, techniques, and learning styles.
• Familiarity with training evaluation methods.
• Excellent communication and people skills.
• Ability to meet tight deadlines and work independently.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Self-motivated, driven, and enthusiastic.
• Good IT skills, with experience in internet browsers and Microsoft Office.
• Attention to detail.
• Great team player with strong interpersonal skills.

Benefits:

• Up to £35,000 (dependent on experience).
• 31 days holiday (+ an additional day each year).
• 5-night stays in Portland's London apartments.
• Portland Birthday Perks.
• Training opportunities.
• Private Healthcare.
• Mental health support.
• Critical Illness Cover.
• Annual Flu Jab & Eye-test.
• Company socials.
• Benefit enhancements each year you work at Portland.
• Charity match fund.