We are recruiting experienced Leadership Trainers / Facilitators to support a high-profile transformation programme within the Metropolitan Police Service’s Leadership Academy.

This is a unique opportunity to play a key role in delivering a large-scale leadership development programme, designed to upskill 30,000+ police officers and staff and embed a new leadership culture across the organisation.

Location: Central London (WC2B) – Face-to-Face Delivery
Start Date: September 2026
Contract Length: 6-Month Contract
Rate: £367 Umbrella / £281.41 PAYE per day

The Role

As a Leadership Academy Trainer, you will deliver engaging, in-person training as part of the Operator Level Leadership Programme (OLLP).

This is a facilitation-focused role (not design) where your ability to engage, challenge and inspire adult learners will be critical.

Working Pattern & Environment

Fully face-to-face delivery (no remote/hybrid)
Monday–Friday, 08:00 – 16:00
Central London (De Vere Connaught Rooms and other MPS sites)
Typically, two trainers per session

You’ll be working as part of a large trainer cohort delivering at pace in a structured, quality-assured environment

You will:

Deliver structured, face-to-face leadership training to mixed cohorts
Facilitate one-day workshops for Police Constables, Detectives, and Police Staff
Create an engaging, inclusive learning environment
Encourage discussion, reflection and behavioural change
Manage group dynamics and handle challenging conversations professionally
Ensure consistent delivery across multiple cohorts
Maintain attendance, feedback, and evaluation records

What We’re Looking For

We’re seeking confident, credible trainers who can command a room and deliver high-quality learning experiences.

Essential:

Proven experience delivering classroom-based training
Strong facilitation and workshop delivery experience
Experience training adult learners
Excellent communication and presentation skills
Ability to engage and manage diverse groups
Experience delivering structured learning programmes

Desirable:

Level 4 Certificate in Education & Training (or equivalent)
Experience delivering leadership, management or behavioural programmes
Background in public sector, policing, or regulated environments
👉 Policing experience is NOT essential – strong trainers from L&D, education, corporate, or consulting backgrounds are encouraged to apply

If you are interested in applying, please apply with your CV for consideration.

*Please note, you will only be contacted if you are successful in progressing to the next stage of the recruitment process*

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