Organisational Development and Learning Assistant (Maternity Cover)

Vale of Glamorgan Council; Barry; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading council is seeking a motivated individual for a fixed-term maternity cover role in their Organisational Development and Learning Team. This position involves promoting a learning culture, contributing to diverse projects, and gaining valuable experience while working towards a relevant qualification, all within a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic about supporting individual growth in learning.
• Confident in using digital tools for communication.
• Pairing initiative with effective communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Promote a learning culture within the Council.
• Involve in projects supporting staff development.
• Innovate blended learning methods for enhanced support.

Skills

Interest in learning

Organisational skills

Digital confidence

Communication

Job description

About Us

Looking for a career-boosting opportunity?

Are you passionate about people and personal growth? Curious about how learning happens in the workplace and want to help shape it?

This fixed-term maternity cover role offers more than just great experience – it’s a chance to contribute to something meaningful, grow your skills, and even work towards a relevant qualification while you're with us (subject to agreement and eligibility).

We’re looking for a motivated, people-focused individual to join our Organisational Development and Learning Team. You’ll be a valued part of the team – bringing ideas, energy and creativity to support staff across the Council to reach their potential.

Why join us?

In this role, you’ll:

• Work on real projects that influence how people learn and develop.
• Be supported by a friendly and experienced team.
• Gain hands-on experience in learning, development and workforce planning.
• Have the opportunity to pursue a recognised qualification during your time with us.
  
  

Ambitious: Forward thinking, embracing new ways of working and investing in our future.

Open: Open to different ideas and being accountable for the decisions we take.

Together: Working together as a team that engages with our customers and partners, respects diversity and is committed to quality services.

Proud: Proud of the Vale of Glamorgan; proud to serve our communities and to be part of the Vale of Glamorgan Council.

About The Role

Pay Details: Grade 4, SCP 5 - 7, £24,790 - £25,584, £12.85 - £13.26ph

Hours of Work / Working Pattern: 37 Hours / Flexible

Main Place of Work: Civic Offices, Barry and Agile Working

What you’ll be doing: This is an exciting opportunity to work as part of the Organisational Development and Learning Team, actively promoting a Learning Culture within the Council. This varied role will give you the opportunity to be involved in projects and opportunities that support all staff around personal or team development.

We are constantly evolving our development offering, and you will play a key role in bringing creativity and innovation to support blended learning and ensuring our people are supported to achieve their full potential. Please see attached job description for full information about the main duties of the role.

About You

Who we’re looking for / We’d love to hear from you if you:

• Have a genuine interest in helping people learn and grow.
• Are organised, enthusiastic and confident using digital tools.
• Communicate well with people at all levels.
• Whether you’re early in your career or looking to build on what you’ve already started, this is a fantastic opportunity to make an impact – and gain experience and development along the way.
  
  

Additional information

Interested?

This is a fixed-term maternity cover role, expected to last up to 12 months. A DBS check is not required for this post.

To find out more, get in touch with Gemma Williams at [e-mail] or call 07933 386040 for an informal chat.

For full details of the role and what we’re looking for, please see the attached job description and person specification.