Learning & Development Advisor

Rutland County Council; Oakham; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Rutland County Council is seeking a Learning & Development Advisor to lead the council's learning initiatives aligned with its workforce strategy. This role involves designing training, promoting local government careers, and contributing to a supportive work environment. The council offers flexibility and values ongoing staff development, making it an ideal workplace for those passionate about training and empowerment.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Local Government Pension Scheme

Generous annual leave

Commitment to staff wellbeing

Qualifications

• Experience in Learning & Development role.
• Ability to work under own initiative.
• Track record of delivering training and development programs.

Responsibilities

• Lead implementation of corporate learning & development approach.
• Design and deliver training sessions for staff.
• Build relationships with local schools and colleges.

Skills

Teamwork

Customer focus

Initiative

Job description

We are pleased to be advertising the new role of Learning & Development Advisor. With our workforce strategy in place, we are looking for a talented and experienced learning and development professional who enjoys, and is experienced in achieving change and innovation through development interventions. With organisational commitment to a Talent Academy and team development, it is a great time to join Rutland Council.

We offer a hybrid working pattern and flexible working applications are welcomed.

About you…

• Experience in a Learning & Development role, working as part of a team to deliver Human Resources & Organisation Development Services.
• Experience of designing and delivering training and briefings to groups of staff, and commissioning training.
• Up to date understanding of apprenticeships.
• Experience of working in a customer focused service with a track record of consistent delivery and achievement of plans
• Experience of working with an HR or Learning Management System.

• Able to work on your own initiative.

About the role…

Reporting to the Head of HR and OD, you will lead the implementation of the Council’s corporate learning & development approach, ensuring it aligns seamlessly with our Workforce Strategy.

• Work closely with our services and the HR&OD team, you will support the delivery of high-quality learning & development services, that drives organisational improvement.
• Build relationships with schools and colleges to promote local government as a career. Develop a Talent Academy to support entry-level apprentices and wider learning sets.

The Learning & Development Advisor interviews will be held on 22July 2025.

Please be advised this could be subject to change, in which case we will give appropriate notice.

We will be reviewing applications on a regular basis and inviting those who meet our essential person specification criteria to interview. If you’re interested in this role, we strongly encourage you to apply without delay.

Our offer to you:

Rutland Council is committed to Flexible Working and understands the benefits of supporting employees to manage their work and life balance, whilst meeting the needs of the service.

We are committed to supporting and empowering our staff to be the best workers that they can be and Rutland Council is the place you want to be. Our benefits go beyond the salary – being part of a great team, excellent Local Government Pension, generous annual leave, opportunities to learn and develop your career, and a demonstrable commitment to supporting the health and wellbeing of our staff.

Whilst the base for this post is Oakham, Rutland, the Local Authority offers a hybrid working practice. As well as working from home, we feel it is important that you have the opportunity to spend time in the workplace with your colleagues to help you learn, develop and engage.

Find out more:

To learn more about working with us visit https://jobs.rutland.gov.uk or if you have any queries about this role please contact Fiona Rowntree, Head of HR &OD at [e-mail]

If you are experiencing problems or have any queries about the application process, please call us on 01572 758291 or email us at [e-mail]

Find out more:

To learn more about working with us visit https://jobs.rutland.gov.uk or if you have any queries about this role please contact Fiona Rowntree, Head of HR &OD at [e-mail]

How to apply:

Click on the apply button which will redirect you to the Jobs Go Public (JGP site) where we handle all our vacancies. If you already have a JGP account you will be asked to login, or alternatively if you don’t have an account, you will be guided through the set up process. Access to an account is necessary, as all updates regarding your application will be sent via the JGP site to the email you have used to register.

If you are experiencing problems or have any queries about the application process, please call us on 01572 758291 or email us at [e-mail]

All recruitment correspondence, including interview details, will be sent out via email from the Jobs Go Public site. If you require documentation/correspondence in an alternative format, please contact the Recruitment team.

Rutland County Council is committed to Equality and Diversity and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. Everyone at Rutland County Council has a responsibility for, and is committed to, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Children, Young People and Vulnerable Adults and for ensuring that they are protected from harm.