Job Description

Join Colchester Institute - Where Your Career Makes a Difference


At Colchester Institute, we believe in the power of education to transform lives and communities. As one of the leading providers of education and training in the region, we are proud to offer a dynamic, supportive, and forward-thinking working environment.


We are especially passionate about driving diversity and inspiring individuals from all backgrounds to thrive in careers across a wide range of sectors. This position is located within our Hospitality Team. By joining our team, you'll help shape the future workforce and make a lasting impact on the lives of learners.

Job Title:

Learning and Development (L&D) Administrator


(2 days per week / 14.8 hours, based in Colchester with occasional travel to our Braintree site)


Join our dynamic team as a

Learning and Development (L&D) Administrator

! You'll support the

L&D Manager throughout the full training lifecycle, from onboarding new staff and coordinating mandatory training to maintaining accurate records and running reports.


This role ensures staff training is up to date, data is accurate within the

HRIS, and all learning processes run smoothly and efficiently.


If you're detail-focused, organised, and passionate about supporting staff development, we'd love to hear from you. Help us build a culture of continuous learning and excellence!

In this role, you will:

Provide administrative support across the full L&D cycle, including onboarding, mandatory training setup, and report monitoring.*
Maintain accurate L&D and HRIS records, ensuring the Single Central Record (SCR) is up to date.*
Act as the first point of contact for L&D queries via email, Teams, phone, and in person.*
Coordinate staff development activities and Personal Development Days, liaising with trainers and arranging logistics.*
Support College induction events, booking new starters, rooms, and speakers.*
Track refresher training, chase outstanding courses, and manage post-course feedback.*
Promote staff development opportunities and update intranet content.*
Order training materials and assist with L&D projects and budget tracking.*
Ensure compliance with College policies on Safeguarding, Diversity, Inclusion, Health & Safety, and Values.*
Carry out other duties consistent with the role as required.*

Essential Qualifications:

Minimum of Level 2 qualification in English and Mathematics GCSE 4+ or C and above / CSE Level 1 / O-Level C or above / Level 2 Adult Numeracy or Literacy or equivalent.

Essential Experience:

Proven administrative skills with strong attention to detail. Excellent written and verbal communication abilities. Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Word and Excel.

All applications will be assessed against the stated essential requirements, so please ensure your CV clearly demonstrates how you meet them.

We do not engage with recruitment or search agencies

unless they have been officially contracted in line with our PSL.

Additional Information


Colchester Institute is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We strive to be an Equal Opportunities employer. All applicants who are offered employment will be subject to a Criminal Records check from the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Please visit our website

www.colchester.ac.uk

to obtain further details about the College.
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