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Learning and Development Advisor

Suffolk County Council
locationSuffolk, UK
PublishedPublished: Published yesterday
Job Description

  • Suffolk County Council - Suffolk Fire and Rescue Service
  • Address: Fire Service Training Centre, Wattisham, Suffolk IP7 7RA
  • Salary: Watch Manager B in accordance with NJC pay scales/ or Grade 6 - £40,777 (Green Book) per annum (pro rata for part time)
  • Hours: 42/37 hours per week - Flexible working options available
  • Contract: Permanent
Our Learning and Development department is approaching a new era; with the addition of an Organisational Development Manager and Learning Systems Managers (LMS) we are looking to transform our approach to the development of people. In the role of the Learning and Development Advisor you will manager a small team, including the LMS Manager.

Your role will be based at Wattisham Training Centre, you will be required to work in other locations across the County to ensure we meet the needs of our internal stakeholders.

Your role and responsibilities

You will
  • manage the team, ensuring a high quality and inclusive service is provided
  • manage questions and queries relating to the Service progression Document (SPD)
  • work with the LMS manager to review content in readiness for our new system
  • audit Performance and Development Review (PDR) Statutory and mandatory training completion
  • work with the Internal Quality Assurance (IQA) Coordinator to ensure compliance
  • work with the Organisational Development Manager on a change project
  • manage and running the CFA process
  • work with TLD to ensure all material is up to date and relevant.
You will need
  • a genuine interest in the development of individuals
  • an appetite for leading others through change
  • the ability to manage the demands and expectations of our internal stakeholders
  • the skills to influence others and manage challenges in a positive yet productive manner
  • to enjoy evaluation, analysing data, and improving processes
  • experience of managing a team
  • be confident with Microsoft 365, Oracle and Training Record System (TRS)
  • to be a natural planner and organiser
  • to work on site at Wattisham Training Centre for the majority of the week.
You can view a full list of requirements here Job and Person Profile (JPP) (Word) If you believe you can succeed in this role, apply. Even if you don't meet all requirements, still apply. We would appreciate the opportunity to consider your application.

Empowering Everyone

We're big believers in potential, possibility and the power of different ideas. We're always searching for ways to encourage, respect and enable everyone to be the best they can be. We want to represent the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all individuals, especially those from groups that are currently underrepresented in the organisation, as shown in ourWorkforce Equality Report (suffolk.gov.uk).

For more information

If you have any questions about the role and your suitability, please contact, Camille Nickson by emailing camille.nickson@suffolk.gov.ukor by calling 01473 260958.

How to apply

Step 1 - Read the Job and Person Profile (JPP) (Word)

Step 2 - Click 'Apply Now' to start your online application.

Step 3 - Complete the Supporting Statement template answering the following questions (no more than 250 words)
  • Question 1: What attracts you to this role.
  • Question 2. Can you describe your experience in assessing professional practice, and how you have evaluated its effectiveness?
  • Question 3. What initiatives have you introduced to support the development of a team or individual recently?
  • Question 4. In what ways have you embedded the Code of Ethics within your service or team?
Step 4 - Upload a CV (without name and personal details).

Please note: Without a supporting statement and CV, your interest will not be progressed. Any supporting documents must be in either PDF or MS Word format.

We value authentic applications that showcase your genuine skills and experiences. Applications suspected of being generated by AI may be rejected. We encourage you to present your own work and ideas throughout the application process.

If you require any reasonable adjustments to the application process before the next selection stage, please contact our Recruitment Team by emailing recruitment@suffolk.gov.uk or calling 03456 014412. If you are invited to the next stage of selection, you will have another opportunity to request adjustments for the next stages of the process.

Closing date: 11.30pm, 28 August 2025.

This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) checks or police vetting will be required for relevant posts.

About Us

As a modern and effective council, we offer a wide variety of careers to suit people with a range of skills, abilities and ambitions. We offer working options that flex to reflect the way people work today and take the time to understand and support your individual needs. We're driven to make a positive difference to the world around us and encourage everyone with drive and focus to join us and build an influential and impactful career. Reimagine the possibilities.

In return, you'll enjoy:

  • up to 29 days annual leave entitlement (pro rata), plus UK bank holidays and two paid volunteering days
  • membership of a competitive Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
  • travel, lifestyle, health and wellbeing benefits
  • performance-related annual pay progression, in addition to an annual cost-of-living pay increase
  • training and encouragement to expand your knowledge
  • a variety of career development opportunities across our organisation
  • diverse and active staff networks
  • flexible working options, with the right to request flexible working from your first day
Plus lots more!

If you want to know more about our benefits, values and equality commitments please visit our Suffolk County Council careers website (careers.Suffolk.gov.uk).