Learning and Development Advisor

Activist Learning and Development Officer

Salary: £50,754 per annum, pro rata equivalentContract: Temporary, 23rd March - 31st May 2026Location: BirminghamWorking pattern: Hybrid (40% office-based, approx. 1-2 days per week + one day per month in London, expenses covered)

About the Organisation

You'll be joining a national organisation built on activism, professional support and a strong collective voice. Their learning and development team plays a vital role in helping members lead workplace conversations, navigate change and grow their confidence as advocates.

About the Role

As an Activist Learning and Development Officer, you will deliver a programme of short, engaging learning sessions-typically two-hour, bitesize online modules-designed to support workplace reps and active members.

Your role will focus entirely on delivery, using your facilitation skills to help activists build agency, strengthen organising capabilities and feel confident stepping into more active roles within their workplaces.

You'll also collaborate closely with colleagues across the organisation to advance the strategic aims of the Activism Academy, ensuring that learning remains relevant, impactful and closely aligned with members' needs.

If you're passionate about empowering people, confident delivering learning both online and in person, and comfortable working within a trade union or member-led environment, this could be an excellent next step.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, engaging learning and development sessions (primarily online, bitesize formats).
• Support reps to apply learning in their workplace roles and to step into more active participation.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to ensure programmes meet organisational standards for quality, accessibility and learner experience.
• Contribute to programme administration, learner data collection, and continuous improvement.
• Maintain awareness of trends in employment relations, trade union activity, and relevant policy developments.
• Champion equality, diversity and inclusion in all aspects of learning delivery.

Skills / Experience Required

• Experience delivering learning sessions online and in person.
• Strong facilitation skills with the ability to adapt delivery in real-time.
• Understanding of member-led or activist-driven environments, ideally with experience in a trade union or social change setting.
• Ability to encourage participation, empower learners and build confidence.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to build strong relationships with stakeholders across varied teams and levels.
• Confident using Microsoft Office and online delivery platforms.
• Commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.