- Suffolk County Council
- Address: Endeavour House, Ipswich IP1 2BX - Hybrid working
- Salary: £48,163 - £58,850 per annum (pro rata for part time)
- Hours: 37 hours per week - flexible working options available
- Contract: Permanent


At Suffolk County Council, we believe that when our people grow, our communities thrive. As our Learning and Development Manager, you’ll shape the future of learning and drive impactful development across the organisation.
Reimagine the possibilities.
We’re a modern, forward-thinking council that puts people first. Our commitment to flexibility, collaboration, and professional growth means you’ll be empowered to make a real difference—both to our workforce and the communities we serve.

Your role and responsibilities
- Manage the corporate learning function, setting direction to align with our workforce goals.
- Commission high-impact, value-for-money learning solutions.
- Manage contracts and partnerships with external providers.
- Work closely with HR colleagues to deliver programmes that drive cultural and behavioural change.
- Collaborate with senior stakeholders to identify future skills needs.

What you'll bring
- Level 7 CIPD qualification (or equivalent experience).
- Proven success in designing and delivering learning strategies.
- Strong project and contract management skills.
- Passion for innovation, inclusion, and continuous improvement.
- Experience in organisational development and change.

You can view a full list of requirements in the  Job and Person Profile (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.

The team
Our aim for the HR service is to create a positive and productive working environment for everyone and recognised as making a difference to Council services and outcomes by being supportive, challenging, innovative and value for money. We will be instrumental in helping services across the organisation deliver against their goals through the provision of robust and creative people solutions. We will get the basics right first time, every time and be trusted to deliver in all that we do.
The corporate Learning and Development (L&D) team is a small, highly motivated team which delivers against several high-profile elements of SCC’s Workforce Strategy goals, supporting the development of our workforce through the development of our Leadership & Management, Statutory & Mandatory e-learning and other learning and development activities.
We work closely with colleagues across the HR service, including our HR Lead team, managers and professionals across SCC and external training providers and partners.
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 our Workforce Equality Report.

For more information
Please contact Jocelyn Barber for a casual conversation. You can reach them by calling 01473 265750 or emailing Jocelyn.barber@suffolk.gov.uk

How to apply
Step 1 - Read the Job and Person Profile (Word).
Step 2 - Click ‘Apply Now’ to start your online application.
Step 3 - Upload a supporting statement answering the following questions below (no more than 400 words per question). You should use the Supporting Statement template.
1. Can you describe a time when you led a learning or OD initiative that supported the organisation’s strategic goals? What steps did you take to ensure its success, and how did you measure its impact?
2. Can you describe a time when you had to work with individuals or teams outside of your immediate department to achieve a shared goal? What steps did you take to ensure effective communication and alignment, and what was the outcome?
3. Can you describe a time when you led the commissioning or procurement of learning services from external suppliers? What steps did you take to ensure the solution met strategic objectives, delivered value for money, and complied with contractual obligations?
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, 15 October 2025.
Interview date: 27 October 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. #LI-Hybrid
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).

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