Organisational Development Manager

Slough Borough Council; Slough; Hybrid; GBP 56,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

26 days annual leave

Local Government Pension Scheme

Wellbeing initiatives

Tax-free childcare

Season ticket loan

Job summary

Slough Borough Council is advertising a new role in the HR & Workforce Transformation directorate. The post acts as a thinking partner to Executive Directors across culture, behaviour and leadership.

You will model the council's values and support senior colleagues to foster an engaging, inclusive, and high-performing workplace. The role offers a permanent contract, hybrid working with a minimum 2 days a week in Observatory House, and a structured pay scale in the £56k–£62k range, with annual

Qualifications

• Role requires thinking partner to Executive Director colleagues in culture, behaviour and leadership.
• Ability to promote engaging, values-led workplace environment.
• Public sector transformation experience is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Partner with senior leaders to drive culture and leadership development.
• Support staff engagement, wellbeing, and professional development.
• Promote inclusivity and values alignment across the workforce.

Job description

• Directorate:HR & Workforce Transformation
• Pay Level:9, £56,354 - £62,066(fully inclusive of Local Weighting Allowance of £1,130 per annum)
• Contract Type:Permanent
• Working Hours:37hours per week
• Location:Observatory House/ Slough Hybrid(minimum 2 days per week in the office)
• DBS requirement:Basic

The closing date for applications ismidnight onSunday 1st November 2026

Interviews will be held week commencing Monday 9th November 2026

What you’ll be doing:

We are excited to invite applications for this new role to the Council which will operate as a thinking partner to Executive Director colleagues in all aspects of culture, behaviour and leadership. You will act as a role model for the Council’s values and supporting senior colleagues to do the same.

We are looking for someone dedicated to creating an engaging and values-led workplace environment that inspires staff, aligns with the Councils’ strategic objectives and promotes high levels of engagement, well-being and professional development to drive employee satisfaction and performance.

Our Council:

Our vision is to make a difference to our communities and environment. Every employee contributes to services for local people, directly or by supporting colleagues. We celebrate diversity and want residents to enjoy fulfilling, prosperous and healthy lives.

What we offer:

We offer a supportive place to grow your career, where your input is valued and heard. You will join a friendly, collaborative environment where ambition and innovation are encouraged.

We support flexible and hybrid working to help colleagues achieve a positive work-life balance. We welcome applications from all backgrounds, recruit on merit and value a workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

Annual increments, where applicable, are usually payable on 1 April, subject to six months’ service and satisfactory performance, until the maximum spinal column point is reached.

Alongside a competitive salary, we provide:

• 26 days’ annual leave, rising to 30 days after 2 years and 33 days after 5 years’ service.
• The Local Government Pension Scheme
• Wellbeing initiatives and employee networks that help us celebrate and promote equality.
• Tax-free childcare and childcare services
• Season ticket loan to help with rail or bus travel to and from work.

Accessibility and Support:

Slough Borough Council is an inclusive employer. If you need support during the application process or reasonable adjustments for interview, please contact our Recruitment Team:[e-mail].

Information shared will be treated confidentially and used only to provide appropriate support throughout recruitment and beyond.

Our staff networks represent diverse colleague groups and help make the Council a place where people feel included and can thrive.

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Right to Work and Checks:

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. If you require sponsorship, please note we are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this role.

We are committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. Appointments are subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks.

How we recruit at Slough Borough Council

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