Learning and Development Partner (Health and Care Practice)
Job reference:001313
Salary:£32,670.00 - £35,517.00 per annum
Closing date:03/05/2026
Location:Dundee / Kirkcaldy / Glasgow
Employment type:Permanent
Hours Per Week:37
About us
Are you looking to join a team who value staff and who play a valuable part in the contribution of support delivered to vulnerable people? This is a role where you can make a difference!
At Sense Scotland we deliver vital support that makes a real positive impact to vulnerable individuals, and we value the work each staff member provides to ensure key goals are supported for those we care for. Our vision is for the people we support to live meaningful independent lives in a world that supports them to achieve their own ambitions. We do this by committing to our core values in practice and align this to all we do.
We want our colleagues to feel valued and recognised for the life-changing work that they deliver. By joining our team, you'll not only help us achieve the delivery of high-quality care and support, but you’ll also be a key player with supporting and maintaining a developing, high performing and valued workforce.
About the role
The role has a key focus on leading the design, delivery and quality assurance of health-related training and care practice, ensuring staff have the knowledge, skills and confidence to safely support individuals with a range of health needs. This includes areas such as medication administration, epilepsy management (including rescue medication), diabetes care and other health-related training needs.
The postholder will work closely with operational managers and subject matter specialists to identify learning needs, deliver training and support competency assessment in practice.
They will play a key role in promoting safe, consistent and high-quality care through effective learning, coaching and practice development.
About you
- You will hold a relevant qualification in health and/or social care at SCQF Level 9 or above (or equivalent)
- You have strong knowledge of health and/or social care training frameworks
- You have experience in assessing competence in practice and supporting ongoing development
- You are a confident communicator with strong written and verbal communication skills
- You enjoy working collaboratively and are committed to continuous learning and improvement
- You are willing to travel to all Sense Scotland services
- You hold a full, clean UK driving licence with access to your own vehicle for work purposes
What will make you stand out
- Professional background in a health-related role (e.g. nursing, allied health, or senior care role with health responsibilities)
- Recognised training or teaching qualification
- Experience working alongside health professionals
- Experience of developing and/or delivering other eLearning or blended learning programmes
- Knowledge of external requirements (SSSC/Care Inspectorate) and workforce development expectations
- Experience working within a charity or third sector organisation
Sense Scotland work to and are committed to our Core Values. These values are derived from families and enshrine the organisation’s ethos and guide the actions of all staff. Sense Scotland’s values in practice mean:
- To be open and honest
- To recognise individual worth
- To build relationships through trust
- To act on the basis of individual aspirations and needs
- To be accountable for our actions
Working for us
We offer a rewarding role with the opportunity to develop your skills and future career in an enriching environment. Our full list of benefits can be found here.
Please note:
Interviews will be held on Wednesday 13 May 2026 (in person)
We do NOT currently offer visa sponsorship for our vacancies and would therefore ask that you do not apply if you require sponsorship.