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*
