Course Developer, Sustainability – NHS

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. Adapt the established Level 4 Corporate Responsibility and Sustainability Practitioner apprenticeship for NHS and healthcare learners .

Posted 10/7/2026full-timeRemote • United KingdomMid-LevelSenior💰 £37,500 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in NHS sustainability, governance, and procurement, with a strong ability to adapt learning materials for healthcare contexts. Proficient in coaching adult learners and managing educational programs while ensuring compliance with NHS standards and policies.

Highest-signal resume keywords

NHS Sustainability KnowledgeBudget ManagementCoaching Adult LearnersProcurement Act 2023 UnderstandingCorporate Responsibility Expertise

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Hard Skills

Sustainability FrameworksLearning Material AdaptationBudget ManagementNHS Governance ComplianceNet Zero Activity InvolvementWorkshop FacilitationEvidence ReviewProgress MonitoringBusiness Case PreparationEnvironmental Sustainability Knowledge

Soft Skills

Clear CommunicationStrong OrganizationConfidence with Online DeliveryFeedback ProvisionProblem-Solving

Tools & Technologies

Learning PlatformsE-Portfolios

Certifications & Qualifications

Level 3 Award in Education and TrainingRelevant Professional MembershipCIPS Qualification

Industry Keywords

NHS TrustIntegrated Care BoardGreen PlansHealth and Care Act 2022CQC Well-led ExpectationsSocial ValueClimate DutiesHealthcare EstatesFive Case ModelCore20PLUS5

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Adapt the established Level 4 Corporate Responsibility and Sustainability Practitioner apprenticeship for NHS and healthcare learners
Review learning content through an NHS lens, adapting examples, workplace activities and evidence opportunities while preserving the apprenticeship standard and its knowledge, skills and behaviours
Review and adapt learning cycles, workshops, case studies and workplace activities for different NHS settings
Apply NHS sustainability, governance, budgets, commissioning and procurement knowledge to connect learning with employers’ Green Plans, contracts and improvement priorities
Check NHS policy references and resources for accuracy, work to editorial standards and deadlines, and share subject expertise with colleagues and employer partners
Coach adult apprentices through individual learning plans, monthly one-to-one sessions and relevant workshops
Monitor progress, provide developmental feedback and hold reviews with learners and line managers every 6–8 weeks
Identify barriers early and agree practical support
Help learners prepare for gateway and end-point assessment
Maintain accurate progress and off-the-job learning records
Contribute to programme improvement
Follow safeguarding, Prevent, equality, inclusion, funding and quality requirements, raising concerns promptly
Report to the Curriculum Team Leader
Work with Curriculum Development and Sustainability teams

Requirements

What you’ll need

Substantial first-hand experience working within an NHS trust, integrated care board or national NHS body in sustainability, procurement, estates and facilities, operations or management
Hands-on involvement in net zero or social value activity
Experience preparing papers or business cases for senior leaders, boards or committees
Experience managing budgets, resources or contracts within NHS governance requirements
Understanding of NHS structures and governance, Green Plans, the 2040 and 2045 net zero targets, climate duties under the Health and Care Act 2022 and CQC Well-led expectations on environmental sustainability
Knowledge of the Procurement Act 2023, Provider Selection Regime, NHS Net Zero Supplier Roadmap, supplier Carbon Reduction Plans and social value
Awareness of sustainability across healthcare estates, energy, clinical waste, medicines, anaesthetic gases, travel, food, digital services and lower-carbon care pathways
Understanding of corporate responsibility and sustainability, including ESG, sustainability frameworks, GHG Protocol scopes, reporting standards, stakeholder theory and risk management
Ability to review and adapt learning materials, check credible evidence and meet deadlines
Experience coaching, training or developing adults, facilitating workshops and giving feedback
A relevant degree in health management, environmental management, sustainability, business or procurement, or equivalent professional experience
A teaching or training qualification such as the Level 3 Award in Education and Training, or willingness to achieve one
Clear communication, confidence with online delivery, strong organisation and accurate record keeping
GCSE English and Mathematics at grade C/4 or above, or an accepted equivalent
Desirable: Experience in a Green Plan role, supporting a board-level net zero lead or working with healthcare suppliers on net zero commitments
Desirable: Familiarity with the Five Case Model, Core20PLUS5, NHS anchor institutions, the NHS 10 Year Health Plan, NHS charities, the NHS Social Value Playbook, Evergreen or SusQI
Desirable: Experience developing learning resources or delivering apprenticeships
Desirable: Relevant professional membership, assessor, CIPS, NHS leadership or project management qualifications
Desirable: Experience with learning platforms or e-portfolios
Right to work in the United Kingdom required as part of pre-employment checks

Benefits

Comp & perks

5.6 weeks’ annual leave
Access to our Employee Assistance Programme
Dedicated monthly CPD days on successful completion of probation
Two weeks’ paid time off over Christmas and New Year on successful completion of probation
Company sick pay on successful completion of probation
Opportunities to contribute to cross-team projects and organisational growth
A remote-first environment with opportunities to connect in person
Pre-employment checks including right to work, references, and DBS checks where appropriate
Reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process