Job Description

Learning & Development Advisor

Make learning stick. Make it fun. Make it unforgettable.

Are you passionate about bringing training to life? Do you believe learning should be engaging, interactive, and never boring? If so, this role is your chance to shape the way our people grow.

About us:

Company Shop Group (part of Biffa Waste) is the largest commercial redistributor of surplus food and household products in the UK, enabling some of the biggest retailers, manufacturers, food service and logistics providers to unlock value from surplus stock, which may have otherwise gone to waste. The surplus we handle is redistributed through our Company Shop stores and our award-winning social enterprise Community Shop where we build stronger individuals and more confident communities. Working with our partners, we deliver an incredible impact and we're proud to be a good business doing good.

About the role:

As a key player in our team, you'll collaborate closely with managers across Company Shop Group to identify training needs and craft captivating digital and classroom based training courses. This role is a unique blend of content design and delivery within a diverse retail business.

You will also support the coordination and administration of learning and development activities, including scheduling training sessions, maintaining accurate training records, managing learning system data, and ensuring colleagues across the business have a smooth and engaging learning experience.

What You’ll Do:

• Design engaging and innovative learning experiences, including interactive workshops, digital modules, gamified content, and bite-sized video learning.
• Partner with managers across the business to identify development needs and create impactful learning solutions.
• Continuously review and update training materials to ensure content remains fresh, relevant, and aligned with company culture and objectives.
• Measure the effectiveness of learning initiatives through feedback, engagement, completion rates, and performance outcomes.
• Promote a culture of continuous learning, self-development, and career growth across the organisation.
• Deliver engaging classroom and virtual training sessions that inspire confidence, participation, and real-world application.
• Coordinate Learning & Development activity, including scheduling training sessions, maintaining accurate records, managing learning systems, and supporting a seamless learner experience.

Requirements

What You’ll Bring:

• A passion for modern, fun, meaningful learning.
• Experience designing and delivering engaging training (digital + in-person).
• Confidence working with managers to shape tailored solutions.
• Strong facilitation and presentation skills.
• Creativity, curiosity, and courage to try new ideas.
• A collaborative spirit that inspires at all levels.

Benefits

What's in it for you:

• Free membership to Company Shop for you and 10 x nominees
• Annual Flu Injections, high street & leisure vouchers, and on-site Parking
• Onsite café, Free Tea & Coffee, and Free Fruit Friday
• Employee Assistance Programme – Grocery Aid
• Eligible for Costco membership, Cycle 2 Work, and UK Fuel card discounts
• Contributory pension scheme with a comprehensive benefits package including life cover and wellbeing support.

Hybrid role: 3 days based onsite and 2 days Working from home.

Location: Company Shop Head Office, Wentworth Industrial Park 1-4 Wentworth Way, Barnsley, South Yorkshire, S75 3DH

Salary: £32'500

Hours: 08:30am-5:00pm Monday-Friday

Why Join Us?

Because here, people come first. You’ll be part of a supportive community where ideas are valued, creativity is encouraged, and every voice matters. We celebrate individuality and collaboration in equal measure, and we love seeing colleagues grow in confidence, skills, and opportunity. When you join us, you’re not just shaping learning experiences — you’re shaping futures, including your own.

Ready to spark change and inspire growth? Apply today and let’s make learning unforgettable together!