Learning & Development Officer (Management Training Delivery)
Salary: £37,280 - £40,778 per annum pro rata
Contract: Fixed term – 6 months (initially)
Hours: 18.5 hours per week (flexible working and job share opportunities available)
Location: Southampton (minimum 65% time in the office or delivering training in person)
About The Team
You’ll be joining a passionate, knowledgeable and experienced HR & Organisational Development team made up of professionals who care deeply about the work we do and the impact it has. We are progressive in our thinking, open and honest in how we work together, and committed to creating an environment where people feel trusted, supported and able to do their best work. Collaboration is at the heart of how we operate. We work closely with each other and with colleagues across the organisation, sharing expertise, learning from one another and recognising the value that every individual brings. We believe in creating psychologically safe spaces where ideas are welcomed, differences are respected, and people are encouraged to grow.
About The Role
This exciting opportunity will play a key role in delivering Southampton City Council’s highly regarded Leadership Essentials Programme, supporting strong, consistent management capability across the organisation.
* Deliver the Leadership Essentials programme to managers across various areas of the organisation, primarily through face‑to‑face training.
* Create an engaging learning environment that builds confidence, encourages discussion and supports practical application.
* Plan delivery around cohort demand and organisational priorities to maintain pace and momentum.
* Work with HR colleagues to ensure consistent, high‑quality learner experience.
* Gather and respond to feedback to continuously improve the programme and help to shape wider HR processes.
* Act as a visible advocate for leadership development and management best practice within the Council.
About You
* Proven experience delivering leadership and/or management training in group settings, while adapting your approach to support managers with differing levels of capability.
* Background in the public sector would be an advantage but is not essential.
* Knowledge of how to create inclusive, open and trusted learning spaces that enable people to actively engage, be themselves and develop their confidence and capability.
* Strong facilitation skills, with the confidence to engage diverse groups and manage different learning dynamics.
* A practical, solutions‑focused approach to learning delivery.
* Excellent communication and relationship‑building skills.
* The ability to work at pace and respond flexibly to changing priorities.
* A recognised L&D qualification (Level 4 or above) or equivalent experience (essential).
What We Can Offer You
* Excellent salary and benefits package.
* Death in service benefit of 3x salary, and optional salary sacrifice shared cost AVC (additional voluntary contribution).
* Generous holiday 25–31 days, based on role and service.
* Flexible working options (role‑dependent).
* Family‑friendly policies – Maternity, Paternity, Adoption, Shared/Unpaid Parental Leave, Time off for Dependents.
* Training and development, including coaching and mentoring.
* Health and wellbeing support – Employee Assistance Programme, Menopause Pledge, Mental Health First Aiders and access to a variety of staff networks.
* Veteran‑friendly employer with the Armed Forces Covenant.
* Retail discounts and savings through the Southampton City Council benefits platform.
* Discounted memberships at local sports and fitness centres.
* Sustainable travel benefits – low emission car scheme, cycle to work, season ticket loans.
* Employee volunteering scheme with 2 paid days leave to volunteer.
Contact
For further information and details regarding the role, please contact Helen Harris at helen.harris@scc.gov.uk or Tel: 023 8083 4033.
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