Learning Management System (LMS) Manager

York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

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Job summary

Band 6 (indicative)

Due to the retirement of a long-serving team member, we're looking for an experienced people person with an exceptional understanding of information management systems to join our friendly Learning and Development Team.

As the manager for our Learning Management System (LMS), you will head-up a small team within the Workforce Development function, while working closely with our LMS supplier to become the lead expert in the Trust. You will have overall responsibility for all operational tasks relating to the day-to-day running of the LMS, while taking charge of expanding and promoting the use of the LMS within the organisation.

You don't need to have worked with an LMS before, but will need to be a quick learner, with good understanding of information management systems and strong experience of complex databases. Above all, we are looking for an effective problem-solver with a can-do attitude.

Main duties of the job

Responsible for the development, management and maintenance of all LMS functionality including: Online Learning, e-Appraisal and Nurse Revalidation tools and provide advice on the appropriate use of the system in relation to any external auditory requirements e.g. from the CQC or NHS England.
Responsible for the look and feel of the LMS; define and maintain high levels of user experience. Test, identify and action any areas of inconsistency or error.
Manage the Trust's third party support contract, requesting system upgrades as necessary. This will include monitoring the performance and quality of associated third party support contractors. Prepare any tenders, papers and presentations in relation to the on-going development of the system and associated software.
Propose and implement service improvements and developments that impact on the user experience, efficiency of training delivery and performance against Trust compliance targets which may impact on policies and procedures in other departments/directorates.

About us

Our benefits

We offer a range of benefits to support our staff including:

Access to the NHS Pension Scheme, providing generous benefits upon retirement, as well as a lump sum and pension for dependants
27 days holiday rising to 33 days (depending on NHS Trust service)
A variety of different types of paid and unpaid leave covering emergency and planned leave
Confidential advice and support on personal, work, family and relationship issues, 24/7, from our Employee Assistance Programme
NHS Car Lease scheme and Cycle to Work scheme
An extensive range of learning and development opportunities
Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping, motoring, cinema and finance from a range of providers

For further information on the fantastic range of benefits we offer please visit the Trust's dedicated Staff Benefits pages.

Date posted

19 October 2023

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£35,392 to £42,618 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working, Home or remote working, Compressed hours

Reference number

419-5719005-LMS-WF

Job locations

York Hospital or Scarborough Hospital (to suit applicant)

York

YO31 8HE

Job description

Job responsibilities

A full description of the role is available in the attachment: job description.

Working for the Trust

Across our organisation, people are guided by values that were co-developed with staff: we are kind; we are open; and we pursue excellence.

Our values play into our ambition to develop a more diverse workforce, truly representative of our communities. We welcome applications from everyone, while working with our Staff Networks - including our Race Equality, LGBTQ+, Disability and Carers Networks - to increase the number of applications we receive from different backgrounds. If there is anything we can do to make our application process more accessible to you, please contact: yhs-tr.recruitment@nhs.net.

As part of seeking to become more inclusive, we will consider requests for flexible working from the start of your employment. It may not be suitable for every role, but we will try and be supportive where we can. We would encourage you to speak to the recruiting manager named within this advert to discuss any requirements you may have.

Armed Forces Friendly Employer

We are holders of the Gold Award from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, which is helping actively promote SaBRE - Supporting Britains Reservists and Employers. This means that we have made a statement of intent to support all Defence personnel, including with applications for employment.

COVID-19 Vaccination Requirements

Our Trust continues to strongly encourage our staff to be vaccinated against COVID19, this remains our best defence to protect our patients, ourselves and everyone else.

Job description

Job responsibilities

A full description of the role is available in the attachment: job description.

Working for the Trust

Across our organisation, people are guided by values that were co-developed with staff: we are kind; we are open; and we pursue excellence.

Armed Forces Friendly Employer

COVID-19 Vaccination Requirements

Our Trust continues to strongly encourage our staff to be vaccinated against COVID19, this remains our best defence to protect our patients, ourselves and everyone else.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Educated to degree level or equivalent experience

Knowledge, training and experience

Essential

System administrator experience of a large, complex database (preferably an LMS)
Demonstrated ability to manage projects in a complex organisation
Experience working with digital learning or web content (e-learning/video)
Experience managing or supervising staff
Able to apply knowledge to deliver quality learning solutions

Desirable

Previous NHS experience, ideally in a learning environment

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Educated to degree level or equivalent experience

Knowledge, training and experience

Essential

System administrator experience of a large, complex database (preferably an LMS)
Demonstrated ability to manage projects in a complex organisation
Experience working with digital learning or web content (e-learning/video)
Experience managing or supervising staff
Able to apply knowledge to deliver quality learning solutions