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Head Of Learning & Development

Pertemps, Reading

Head Of Learning & Development

£48000 - £50000 per annum

Pertemps, Reading

  • Full time
  • Permanent

Posted 1 week ago, 14 Jul | Get your application in now before you're too late!

Closing date: 11-08-2026 (In 18 days)

Job ref: 224103284

Location ref: Reading

Full Job Description

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

 

Direct job link

https://www.jobs24.co.uk/job/head-of-learning-development-127108627

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