Overview
Reference: CCC00464
Description: At Cambridge City Council, we are proud to serve one of the UK’s most dynamic and diverse cities. We’re looking for a Learning & Development Partner to join our People team and play a key role in shaping a progressive, innovative and inclusive culture of learning across the organisation.
Working closely with our Organisational Development Manager, you’ll design, deliver, and embed programmes that align with our People and Culture Strategy and support our Target Operating Model. This is an exciting opportunity to make a real impact – helping colleagues develop the skills and confidence they need to provide outstanding services to our residents, communities and city.
In this role, you’ll take responsibility for the full training cycle – from identifying needs, through to designing, delivering and evaluating programmes. You’ll deliver engaging workshops both face-to-face and online, and champion a culture where learning is not only encouraged but truly embedded. Collaboration will be at the heart of your work, as you build strong relationships with managers, employees and trade unions.
We’re looking for someone who can bring both expertise and courage – confident in trying new approaches, challenging the status quo and inspiring others to embrace change. Compassion and empathy are just as important, as you’ll be supporting colleagues at every level to grow, develop and reach their potential. And you’ll do all of this with accountability – taking responsibility for delivering real, lasting impact through your work.
To succeed, you’ll bring:
Significant experience across the full training cycle.
A proven track record of designing and delivering impactful programmes.
Experience facilitating effective training for diverse audiences.
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
A CIPD Level 5 in HR/L&D (or equivalent) or an adult learning/teaching qualification.
Joining Cambridge City Council means being part of an organisation that invests in its people, values innovation and is committed to making Cambridge an even better place to live, work and visit.
Apply now and help us build a learning culture that is ambitious, inclusive and future-focused.
What we can offer:
At Cambridge City Council, we value our people and believe that when you thrive, so does our city. That’s why we offer a range of benefits and support to help you grow, stay well, and balance work with life outside the office:
Learn and grow – take advantage of diverse development opportunities and support for professional memberships, helping you reach your full potential.
Wellbeing matters – enjoy generous annual leave, flexible bank holidays, free swimming, gym and lifestyle discounts, access to wellbeing resources, and confidential support whenever you need it.
Flexibility and balance – benefit from agile working, family-friendly policies, and the option to purchase additional leave to suit your lifestyle.
Financial support and recognition – enjoy a secure pension, annual pay progression, staff awards, relocation assistance when approved, and salary sacrifice schemes for home, electronics, cycling, and transport.
A supportive community – join an inclusive culture where colleagues celebrate each other’s achievements, access savings at hundreds of retailers and attractions, and enjoy initiatives that promote health, happiness, and connection.
At Cambridge City Council, we’re not just offering a job – we’re offering the chance to be part of a team that cares, collaborates, and makes a real difference for the people of our city.
Hours: This is a full-time role, for 37 hours per week.
Although the role is advertised as full time, if you believe you have the skills and experience to join us and would like to discuss different working patterns, please do get in touch.
Contract: Permanent
Salary: £37,280 – £41,771 per annum (City Pay Band 5), pro rata for part time.
Location: This is flexible – working in Cambridge on site or at one of our offices or working from home. You will be able to balance your work location accordingly.
More Information:
You can click on the links here to find out more information about Staff Pay and Benefits, Working for the Council, our Values & Behaviours, Equality & Diversity in Recruitment or Our People & Culture Strategy.
If you would like an informal chat, please contact Vince Webb via email: vince.webb@cambridge.gov.uk
Application Process:
To be considered for this role, please visit www.cambridge.gov.uk/careers for ‘Our Vacancies’. You can follow the on-screen instructions to ‘Apply Online’ and submit an application.
If you are an internal candidate you can apply by logging in to your Employee Self-Serve (ESS) and access the ‘Useful Links’ (top right of the dashboard, under the person icon) and click on ‘CCC Job Opportunities’.
Cambridge City Council is an Equal Opportunity employer and embraces diversity, creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Region: Cambridge
Location:
Salary: *GBP*37,280 – *GBP*41,771 per annum (City Pay Band 5), pro rata for part time.
Package:
Contractual hours: 37
Basis: Full time
