Learning and Organisational Development Advisor

Internal job title: Organisational Development & Talent Advisor
Interview date: 15th July

Are you an effective self-starter, with excellent communication and organisation skills?

Are you able to build effective collaborative working relationships with a range of stakeholders and team members?

We're looking for an aspiring and talented Organisational Development & Talent Advisor to join our dynamic HR team and play a vital role in delivering our People and Culture strategy.

As our Organisational Development & Talent Advisor, you will play a core role working in the HR team to support the Trust’s Organisational Development agenda across the Trust. You will be responsible for promoting and supporting continuous improvement, whilst actively engaging stakeholders to promote, develop and embed the Organisational Development vision.

In this role, you will be working closely with the Organisational Development & Talent Partner and the wider HR team to bring our People and Culture strategy to life. You’ll be providing professional advice, coaching, and hands-on support to our stakeholders across the Trust.

You will help develop and deliver key organisational development programmes such as reviewing the management of apprentices, graduates and look to enhance the experience of those employees. You will also oversee our corporate learning offer & play a key role in supporting the development and compliance of corporate learning.

We have been rated as ‘Good’ by Ofsted, following a 2023 inspection. This is a fantastic achievement for Birmingham Children's Trust, with many positive highlights focusing on areas including the quality of staff leadership, partnership working, safeguarding and corporate parenting.

This is a hybrid role based in Birmingham so you must reside within a suitable commutable distance around Birmingham and have the correct right-to-work documents to work in the UK. Sadly, we do not support those who require sponsorship.

About you:

• Ability to take ownership and use initiative in a piece of work or a project.
• Experience of developing, designing and delivering learning programmes.
• Experience of analysing data and identifying trends.
• Experience of working in an Organisational Development and Talent environment.
• Experience of leading on key initiatives and projects.
• Ability to identify success and return on investment on Organisational Development initiatives.
• Able to communicate effectively at all levels both orally and in writing, including presentation skills, with the ability to effectively communicate complex ideas and information to a wide range of audiences.
• Experience of promoting diversity and inclusion in the workplace and processes.

Want to know more?

For informal enquires please contact Marcia Myers, Organisational Development & Talent Partner via email: Marcia.Myers@birminghamchildrenstrust.co.uk

Help us to change children and young people’s lives!

At Birmingham Children’s Trust, we are committed to making a positive impact on the lives of over 10,000 children and young people in our city every day. Our mission is to support the most disadvantaged children and young people in Birmingham, ensuring they are safe, happy, and healthy.

Why Join Us?

• Impactful Work - be part of a team that makes a real difference in the lives of the city’s most vulnerable children.
• Supportive Environment - enjoy a supportive and collaborative work culture where your contributions are valued.
• Career Development - benefit from tailored development programs, supportive supervision, and a range of learning opportunities to enhance your skills and advance your career.
• Generous Benefits - take advantage of our competitive reward package including generous leave allowance, Local Government pension scheme, and additional benefits.

Our Values

We approach our work with care and compassion, actively listening to the needs of the children and young people we serve. We involve them in the decisions that affect their lives, ensuring their voices are heard and respected.

We are committed to using our resources wisely, ensuring that every penny is spent where it counts the most. We foster collaboration among schools, health professionals, and the police, working together to create a supportive network for our young people.

We believe that when we work as one cohesive team, the children and young people of Birmingham are more likely to thrive. Our unified approach ensures that we provide the best possible support and opportunities for their growth and development.

Join us and together, we can create a brighter future for all.

Safeguarding

At Birmingham Children’s Trust, we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

Depending on the role, you may be asked to undergo the appropriate level of Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to assess your suitability for working with children and young people.

The level of check (Standard, Enhanced, or Enhanced with Barred List) is determined based on the specific responsibilities of the role and the level of contact with children and young people.

We are committed to the fair treatment of all applicants, including those with criminal records. Having a criminal record will not necessarily bar an individual from working with us. This will depend on the nature of the position and the circumstances and background of the offence.

Please note that we reserve the right to close the job early should we reach the required number of applications, therefore please ensure you submit your application and supporting statement early to avoid any disappointment.