Head Of Learning & Development

Head of Learning & Development

Location: Reading, Berkshire (Hybrid working available)
Salary: £48,000–£50,000 + Performance-Related Pay
Hours: Full-time, Monday–Friday

We are seeking an experienced and passionate Head of Learning & Development to lead the design, delivery and continuous improvement of a diverse portfolio of training and development programmes.

This is a senior role for a learning professional who can combine strategic oversight with hands-on delivery, ensuring high-quality learning experiences for a wide range of audiences and stakeholders.

The Role

Reporting to senior leadership, you will be responsible for managing and developing a programme of training events, learning resources and professional development activity.

You will:

• Lead the learning and development function and support the wider development team
• Oversee the planning, coordination and delivery of training programmes and events
• Develop engaging learning content across digital and traditional formats
• Deliver workshops, training sessions and masterclasses
• Manage relationships with key clients, partners, suppliers and collaborators
• Monitor performance through reporting, evaluation and feedback
• Use insights and data to continually improve learning programmes
• Coordinate networks of mentors, ambassadors and subject matter experts
• Work closely with senior stakeholders to achieve organisational objectives
  
  

About You

You will be an experienced learning and development professional with a proven ability to design, deliver and evaluate impactful training programmes.

You will have:

• Experience managing multi-strand learning and events programmes
• Strong stakeholder and relationship management skills
• Experience creating engaging learning materials and resources
• Confidence facilitating training sessions and workshops
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• A proactive approach with strong organisational and prioritisation skills
• A continuous improvement mindset
• Experience using Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint
• Familiarity with CRM systems or the ability to learn new systems quickly
• The ability to work independently while contributing effectively as part of a team
• A willingness to travel across the UK when required

Desirable Experience

It would be advantageous if you have:

• Experience supporting career transition, entrepreneurship or business development programmes
• Experience working with community, education or professional development initiatives
• Previous military or emergency service experience
• A passion for supporting individuals to achieve their goals
  
  

If you are interested apply directly or call 01189598078