Learning And Development Specialist

We are recruiting experienced Leadership Trainers / Facilitators to support a high-profile transformation programme within the Metropolitan Police Service’s Leadership Academy.

This is a unique opportunity to play a key role in delivering a large-scale leadership development programme, designed to upskill 30,000+ police officers and staff and embed a new leadership culture across the organisation.

• Location: Central London (WC2B) – Face-to-Face Delivery
• Start Date: September 2026
• Contract Length: 6-Month Contract
• Rate: £367 Umbrella / £281.41 PAYE per day

The Role

As a Leadership Academy Trainer, you will deliver engaging, in-person training as part of the Operator Level Leadership Programme (OLLP).

This is a facilitation-focused role (not design) where your ability to engage, challenge and inspire adult learners will be critical.

Working Pattern & Environment

• Fully face-to-face delivery (no remote/hybrid)
• Monday–Friday, 08:00 – 16:00
• Central London (De Vere Connaught Rooms and other MPS sites)
• Typically, two trainers per session

You’ll be working as part of a large trainer cohort delivering at pace in a structured, quality-assured environment

You will:

• Deliver structured, face-to-face leadership training to mixed cohorts
• Facilitate one-day workshops for Police Constables, Detectives, and Police Staff
• Create an engaging, inclusive learning environment
• Encourage discussion, reflection and behavioural change
• Manage group dynamics and handle challenging conversations professionally
• Ensure consistent delivery across multiple cohorts
• Maintain attendance, feedback, and evaluation records

What We’re Looking For

We’re seeking confident, credible trainers who can command a room and deliver high-quality learning experiences.

Essential:

• Proven experience delivering classroom-based training
• Strong facilitation and workshop delivery experience
• Experience training adult learners
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Ability to engage and manage diverse groups
• Experience delivering structured learning programmes

Desirable:

• Level 4 Certificate in Education & Training (or equivalent)
• Experience delivering leadership, management or behavioural programmes
• Background in public sector, policing, or regulated environments
• 👉 Policing experience is NOT essential – strong trainers from L&D, education, corporate, or consulting backgrounds are encouraged to apply

If you are interested in applying, please apply with your CV for consideration.

*Please note, you will only be contacted if you are successful in progressing to the next stage of the recruitment process*