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An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Learning and Development System Lead to join our team in a dynamic and forward-thinking service area.
 

WHAT IS INVOLVED?

In this pivotal role, you will support the Learning and Development System Manager with the development, management and governance of the Durham Learning and Development System (DLDS) – the Council’s workforce Learning Management System (LMS), ensuring that the digital learning and development needs of the council, partner and external customers are met, driving end user satisfaction.  You will also manage and motivate the learning and development system team to deliver continuous improvement to learning and development processes, systems, and training resources.

You will ensure quality assurance processes are in place for system user support, system development, updating records and data entry and reporting, in particular the digitisation of mandatory learning programs, automation and recertifications.
 
You will play a key role in managing and delivering a range of innovative digital learning projects and programmes, ensuring they align with business goals and legislative requirements. You will work closely with key stakeholders and subject matter experts to ensure that corporate and service learning and development needs are met through effective training solutions and ensure programmes are delivered in the most efficient way through the Durham Learning and Development System.

As part of our hybrid working policy, you will have the ability to work from home and from an office location.
 

WHAT WILL I NEED?

• Qualified to level 5 in a relevant subject and/or other relevant professional qualification
• Experience of administration and development of a HR/Learning Management System
• Experience of providing technical and administrative support to system end-users
• Confident in using large data sets, data cleansing and validation
• Experience of dealing professionally with a range of stakeholders and providing a professional customer focused service
• An understanding of organisational development and workforce development
• Proven ability to solve complex problems
• Excellent ICT, project and change management skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, customer care, organisational and presentation skills 

WHY JOIN US?

Be part of a key function that plays a crucial role in the professional development of council staff and partner organisations.

Opportunity to drive innovation in digital learning and contribute to the growth and success of the organisation.

Competitive salary and benefits package, detailed below.

Access to continuous professional development and career progression opportunities.

We encourage you to contact Joanna Coppillie, Strategic Manager OD, Talent Management and Resourcing via email joanna.coppillie@durham.gov.uk to arrange an informal discussion about the role.
 
 
REWARDS AND BENEFITS
 
We offer generous rewards and benefits that are designed to help you perform at your best:

• Competitive salaries and 27 days holiday per year rising to 32 days after five years continuous local government service.
• Option to purchase up to 10 additional days annual leave per year.
• Excellent work/life balance through schemes including job sharing, compressed hours and flexi-time (allowing up to 13 flexi days per year).
• Hybrid working (home and office working).
• Excellent contributory career average Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS). Plus, top up options - Salary Sacrifice Shared Cost AVC scheme and standard AVC scheme for members of the LGPS.
• Wellbeing Portal and access to an Employee Assist Scheme.
• Wide range of learning and development opportunities including professional qualifications, coaching and mentoring.
• Employee Benefits Portal and Lifestyle Savings Scheme (discounts across a host of major retailers).
• Discounted DCC gym membership.
• Staff networks run by staff for our staff, including Race Equality and Diversity, Disability, LGBT+, Armed Forces, Carers, Menopause.
• Trade Union membership.
• A range of other salary sacrifice schemes such as car leasing. 

 
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HYBRID WORKING (if applicable)

Durham County Council currently operates a hybrid working policy where a model of 2 days in the workplace and 3 days at home/remote will apply. This model is pro-rated for part time roles and arrangements are at managers discretion, alternatively you can work all of your contracted hours within the workplace if you prefer. 
  
EQUALITY, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION
 
We are a proud equal opportunities employer and recognise that a diverse, talented workforce brings new ideas and new perspectives, which will facilitate growth and improvements to services. 
 
We are committed to ensuring that our employment policies and processes are fair and equitable to all.  We welcome job applications from everyone, and successful candidates are considered only on their skills and ability to do the job.
 
As a Disability Confident Leader, we encourage applications from disabled people and provide support throughout the recruitment process.
 
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INTERVIEWS
 
It is anticipated that interviews will be held on 20th May 2025.
 
We operate a guaranteed interview scheme for applicants that can show they meet all the essential criteria and have indicated they have a disability, are a looked after young person, care leaver or a veteran.
 
HOW TO APPLY 
 
In line with the County Council's Recruitment and Selection Policy, please note that we are unable to accept CVs. Applications must be submitted on-line via the Northeast Jobs portal.   
 
Please use the ‘Person Specification’ section of your application form to demonstrate that you have the essential and where possible, desirable experience, skills, and knowledge.  Candidates who do not evidence that they meet the essential qualifications and experience listed on the person specification will not be short-listed.  
 
If you have any support needs or require assistance when applying for this role, please contact the Recruitment Team via email RecruitmentResources@durham.gov.uk or telephone 03000 26 27 27 selecting option 3 for Resources.
  
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