Learning & Development Officer
The Verbal Arts Centre (Northern Ireland) Limited

A project supported by PEACEPLUS, a programme managed by the Special EU Programmes Body (SEUPB)

 

JOB TITLE: LEARNING & DEVELOPMENT OFFICER

REPORTING TO: PROJECT CO-ORDINATOR

ACOUNTABLE TO: PROGRAMME MANAGE

SALARY: £31,346 PER ANNUM

CONTRACT: 36 HOURS PER WEEK

2.5 YEAR FIXED TERM

LOCATION: DERRY~LONDONDERRY OFFICE

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Learning & Development Officer to join our team at Verbal for our Peace of Mind projects. This role is responsible for the growth and skill development of our Peer Mentors across the North and the Republic of Ireland. The ideal candidate will evaluate the training and performance of these individuals, monitor and review training content, and ensure that all training initiatives align with our Peace of Mind goals and missions

As Learning & Development Officer your responsibilities include:

• Design, implement, and manage development programmes aimed at enhancing the skills and competencies of our Peace of Mind Peer Mentors
• Evaluate the effectiveness of training programs by assessing the performance of Peer Mentors
• Provide ongoing support and coaching to Peer Mentors across schools that have been part of our Peace of Mind project.

If you are interested in working in an environment where you can truly make a difference in the lives of those you work with, please download the Learning & Development Officer recruitment pack – https://www.theverbal.co/learn...

If you have any queries please contact, in the first instance:  

Clare Moore  

Email: Clare@theverbal.co  

Tel: 028 7126 6946 

Closing date for applications is: 26/05/2025

It should be noted that the criteria for this post may be enhanced to facilitate shortlisting. 

The Verbal Arts Centre operates a Child Protection Policy.

The Verbal Arts Centre is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

About the Organisation

At Verbal, we champion a multi-disciplinary approach that integrates the strengths of digital technology, literature, storytelling psychology and creativity. This unique fusion not only amplifies our reach but also allows us to effectively break down barriers, be they societal, emotional, economic or identity-based.

We partner with a range of statutory and non-statutory sectors, including social housing communities, health & social care (specifically in the area of mental health & emotional wellbeing) criminal justice and care for older people.

We create high-quality, inclusive, evidence-based, storytelling programmes that promote positive mental health, challenge the assumptions & prejudices of everyday life, shine a light on the “unseen” life circumstances of the vulnerable, marginalised and those who are seldom listened, to encourage reconsideration of what is 'taken for granted' and “give voice” to new and better ways to improve quality of life.

Our work is divided into 4 departments: Co-Production, Digital delivery, Research & Publishing.