Training Developer

What if you could work with remarkable people on extraordinary things? What if the end result was something a little bit special? What if your role was mission critical?
For nearly 70 years, AWE has been at the forefront of nuclear weapons research and development. We have a critical mission: to provide the warheads for the UK’s ultimate deterrent - Trident. We also use our unique skills to provide wider UK government with counter-terrorism and nuclear threat reduction solutions.
It takes a special sort of person to work at AWE. What if that person was you?
AWE is currently recruiting for a Training Developer
Location - Basingstoke/Reading
Package - £34,400 - £38,000 dependant on skills and experience
Closing date for this role is 18th April 2024
As part of our People Promise, AWE (one of the best 25 big companies to work for in the UK) has a range of benefits to suit you. These include:

• Time to recharge your batteries with 270 hours of annual leave (plus every other Friday off work)
• Consideration for flexible working arrangements so that your work may fit in with your lifestyle. Just let us know on your application if you wish to work part time
• Opportunities for Professional Career Development that include funding for the annual membership of a relevant professional body, access to mentors and training
• Employee Assistance Programme and Occupational Health Services
• A generous defined contribution Group Personal Pension (we will pay between 9% and 13% of your pensionable pay depending on your own contribution)
• Life Assurance
• Discounts - access to savings on a wide range of everyday spending
• Special Leave Policy including paid time off for volunteering, public service (including reserve forces) and caring for your family
• A host of voluntary & core benefits to suit your health and wellbeing - more information available on our careers site

Key Accountabilities:
• Design and develop engaging, impactful, and learner-centric training materials, including instructor-led courses, e-learning modules, video content, and assessments.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts (SMEs) to gather information, validate content accuracy, and ensure training materials are aligned with competency objectives and industry best practices.
• Analyse training needs and target audience to create tailored learning solutions that address specific skill gaps and performance improvement areas.
• Utilise instructional design principles to create learning experiences that promote active participation, critical thinking, and knowledge retention.
• Implement a variety of training methodologies, such as scenario-based learning, simulations, interactive activities, and multimedia elements, to enhance learning outcomes.
• Stay up to date with emerging trends, technologies, and methodologies in training and development, incorporating relevant advancements into training programs.
• Evaluate training effectiveness through initial, formative, and summative assessments, surveys, and feedback mechanisms, making continuous improvements based on insights gained.
Key Responsibilities:
• Design and develop innovative training materials, including e-learning modules, instructor-led courses, videos, interactive simulations, and assessments.
• Write clear and concise instructional content and assessments that align with learning objectives and target audience needs.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts to gather input and feedback on training materials, ensuring accuracy and relevance.
• Maintain a repository of training resources, templates, and assets for consistent and efficient content development.
• Utilise a variety of instructional design methodologies, techniques, and tools to create engaging and interactive learning experiences.
• Ensure that training content is current, accurate, and aligned with industry best practices and regulations which includes ED&I best practices.
• Contribute to the overall improvement of the training development process by sharing best practices and innovative ideas.
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Candidates must be willing and able to obtain and maintain the necessary security clearance for this role.
Please note that you must be a British Citizen to apply for a role with us.
Our ambition is to create workplaces where we recognise and celebrate differences, encourage diverse contributions and our employees feel able to be themselves at work. We strive to create a genuine culture of openness and inclusion and encourage diverse applicants. Any inclusion information you provide us will be used to encourage and support you through the application process and will be held only for this purpose in accordance with GDPR.