Learning & Development Advisor

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

Job summary

Rutland County Council is offering an exciting opportunity for a Learning & Development Advisor to join their team. This role involves implementing corporate learning strategies and developing high-quality training programs. Candidates should have relevant experience and a passion for fostering talent within the organization. The position supports flexible working arrangements and offers excellent employee benefits.

Benefits

Local Government Pension

Generous annual leave

Opportunities for career development

Commitment to health and wellbeing

Qualifications

• Team collaboration to deliver HR services.
• Up to date understanding of apprenticeships.
• Track record in achieving operational plans.

Responsibilities

• Lead Council’s corporate learning & development approach.
• Support HR&OD team in delivering high-quality services.
• Develop relationships with schools to promote careers.

Skills

Experience in Learning & Development

Designing and delivering training

Customer focused service

Ability to work on initiative

Tools

HR or Learning Management System

Job description

Hours: 37 hours. 22 - 37 hours per week.

DBS Check: No

Closing Date: 13/07/2025 at 23:59

Reference: RES/0625/LDA

We are pleased to be advertising the new role ofLearning & 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.

TheLearning & 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.

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

How to apply

To apply for this role click on the ‘Apply Online’ button below. 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 registered.

Once you have access to your JGP account you will be able to complete the application form in stages, saving and amending it until you are happy to the submit your completed application. You should use the Personal Statement section to demonstrate how you meet the requirements set out in the role profile attached.

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]