Training Schemes Administrator

Southampton, England, United Kingdom

12/19/2024

The Royal Yachting Association, based inHamble, near Southampton, is the national governing body for all forms ofrecreational, competitive and professional boating. It represents dinghy and yacht racing, motorand sail cruising, RIBs and sportsboats, windsurfing, inland cruising andpersonal watercraft.

Training SchemesAdministrator

Salary: £22,000

Salary Grade: 1

Hours: 35 hours per week

Location: Hamble (Office based with potential for hybrid working)

The RYA Offers a Range Of Benefits Which Include

• 36 days holidayincluding public holidays
• 10% RYA contributionto a personal pension scheme,
• Free life insurance
• Discounts platformfor retail, entertainment, holidays & gym membership
• Freecharging point for electric vehicles at the office
• Social Events
• RYAMembership
  
  

Therole of the Training Schemes Administrator is to supportthe work of the RYA Chief Instructor, to ensure the efficient administration ofthe RYA Schemes (Power, Sailing, Windsurfing, Wing), assisting otheradministrators as required. You will work closely with other TrainingScheme Administrators who supportthe Power, Dinghy and Windsurfing schemes, the Sail/Motor Cruising and the Shorebased schemes. Day to day workload is self-driven inconsultation with the Chief Instructor.

Yourresponsibilities as a Training Scheme Administrator will include, but are notlimited to:

• Provide support, including diary management, to the Chief Instructor, and ensure the smooth running of the RYA Training schemes.
• Respond to general and technical enquiries concerning the RYA training schemes, and the wider Training Department.
• Provide information and guidance to members of the public to choose appropriate training.
• Respond to enquiries from RYA Instructors and provide information to assist with the delivery of the RYA training schemes.
• Deal with complaints and tackle and investigate non-registration of certificates.
• Respond to, and process medical referrals.
• Organise (including the budgeting), and attend where necessary, annual Conferences.
• Organise and administrate RYA Trainer revalidation, selection, and courses, including liaising with training team staff and their requirements.
• Collate information on instructor courses.
• Provide administrative assistance on projects with externalpartners including Duke of Edinburgh, MAIB and MCA.
• Update and informInstructors/Examiners/Principals of developments and initiatives within thetraining schemes.
• Represent RYA Training at national Boat Shows.
  
  

Who Were Looking For

To besuccessful in this role, you will need to demonstrate the following:

• Experience: Proven experience in an administrative role, ideally in a high-volume environment.
• Knowledge: Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook). A general understanding of sailing and motor boating is desirable but not essential.
• Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills with accurate spelling and grammar. Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Time Management: Ability to manage time effectively, prioritise tasks, and work under pressure.
• Teamwork: Ability to work effectively within a team while also being self-motivated and proactive.
• Qualifications: Educated to A-level standard or equivalent.
  
  

Desirable

• Experience in organising conferences or events.
• Knowledge of the RYA Training Schemes.
• Office work-related NVQ or similar qualifications.
  
  

Closing date forapplications: 12 th January 2025

Interviews: weekcommencing 20 th January 2025

We reserve the rightto close this vacancy early.

The RYA as an equal opportunity and disability confidentemployer, celebrates and welcomes diversity in all its forms and believes thata diverse workforce boosts innovation, productivity and creativity. We arededicated to promoting equity, diversity and inclusion and strive to be aninclusive and diverse workplace where everyone can be their authentic selves.We would particularly encourage applications from ethnically diverse candidateswho are currently underrepresented at the RYA.