Learning & Development Advisor

FindCore are thrilled to be assisting an established food manufacturing business with the recruitment of a Learning & Development Advisor . Permanent, full-time position based in Barnsley , working Monday to Friday with some flexibility required around operational shift patterns. Salary £32,000 – £40,000, depending on experience and qualifications + excellent benefits Key Responsibilities Coordinate and deliver Learning & Development activity across the business. Carry out Training Needs Analysis and identify skills and competency gaps. Develop structured training plans, materials and competency frameworks. Deliver practical shop-floor training across operational and compliance areas. Support training around food safety, coding, labelling, metal detection and other manufacturing processes. Develop engaging training through workshops, coaching, demonstrations and on-the-job learning. Manage competency assessment and employee sign-off processes. Develop and support a Train the Trainer programme for managers and internal trainers. Manage the company’s online learning platform and monitor training completion. Support induction and onboarding programmes for new employees. Develop management training covering performance, absence, employee development and other people-management areas. Support career pathways, individual development plans, succession planning and talent development. Monitor training effectiveness and maintain accurate, audit-ready records. Skills & Experience Previous Learning & Development, workplace training or training-focused experience within food manufacturing. Strong understanding of Training Needs Analysis, adult learning and training delivery. Experience delivering practical training within a manufacturing or shop-floor environment. Good understanding of food manufacturing standards, processes and compliance. Confident coaching employees and adapting training to different levels and learning needs. Strong communication, presentation and organisation skills. Proactive and comfortable taking ownership of the L&D function. Experience using Learning Management Systems and maintaining training records. Qualifications such as CIPD, AET, Train the Trainer, CAVA, Level 3 Food Safety or HACCP would be advantageous, but not all are essential. What’s on Offer £32,000 – £40,000 salary depending on experience. Permanent, full-time position. Opportunity to shape a newly created L&D function. 264 hours’ annual leave per year. Enhanced sick pay. Private medical insurance. Company pension. Cycle to Work Scheme. Discounted gym membership. Company shop membership. Excellent scope for professional development. Please apply.