Organisational Development Officer Digital Skills Training & Support

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Please apply online via the link provided.

Please note, we do not accept CVs submitted without a fully completed online application form.

We have an exciting opportunity available for a motivated and experienced Organisational Development Officer, to join us as a key member of the Workforce & Organisation Development Team here at Wokingham Borough Council, on a full-time, Fixed Term Contract ending March 2027.

Are you passionate about digital learning and organisational development?

We are seeking an enthusiastic Organisational Development Officer to support the development and delivery of our digital skills training and support programmes. This is a hands-on role, working closely with the Digital, Data and Technology Service to implement the Council’s digital learning framework and training offer.

You’ll co-create and deliver engaging training packages (face-to-face and online), promote digital training opportunities, and embed a learning culture across the Council. You’ll also act as a subject matter expert in digital learning platforms, support the go-live of new digital developments, and use data and insights to shape our digital learning strategy.

This role will be 80% delivery the majority of which will be in person, and as such applicants will need to be able to commute to Shute End in Wokingham.

Benefits:

Not only is this an excellent opportunity, but it’s a fantastic time to join our team. You will receive an extensive range of employee benefits including:

⭐ A generous annual leave entitlement of 30 days (rising to 35 days after 5 years continued local government service), plus Bank Holidays

⭐ Enrolment to an excellent local government pension scheme

⭐ An employee assistance programme including 24/7 wellbeing helpline

⭐ A range of local & lifestyle discounts

⭐ Use of a free onsite gym (located at Shute End office)

⭐ Salary sacrifice car & cycle to work schemes

⭐ And much more!

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the development and implementation of the Council’s digital learning framework and training offer.
• Co-create and deliver training packages to support digital skills development.
• Collaborate with third-party providers and internal teams for high-quality delivery and value for money.
• Evaluate the impact of digital learning initiatives and report on staff development.
• Act as the Council’s subject matter expert for digital learning platforms and tools.
• Coordinate and support the go-live of new digital developments, including end-user testing and feedback analysis.
• Use data and insights to develop a digital learning strategy.

Candidate Requirements:

• Degree level or relevant professional qualification/expertise in ICT/MS Office or similar systems.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office 365 tools.
• Excellent IT skills (Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel).
• Experience delivering training face-to-face and online.
• Strong knowledge of M365.
• Experience in programme and project management, including planning, developing, implementing, monitoring, evaluating, and reporting.

What We Offer

• Flexible working arrangements (Smart Working)
• Supportive team environment
• Opportunity to shape digital learning across the Council.
• Professional development and training

Our Area:

Wokingham Borough is set in the heart of Berkshire with excellent transport links to Reading and central London. Our area comprises of a vibrant and historical market town, attractive villages, and miles of beautiful countryside.

We’re home to a range of high performing schools including 69 primary and 21 secondary, a host of international businesses and an incredible community. We have a strong local economy with accelerated growth, a range of excellent public facilities and low levels of crime, offering an exceptional quality of life.

If you’re interested in this exciting opportunity, click the link below and apply today!

Alternatively, for an informal discussion, please contact Carol Stewart, Interim Head of Organisational Development, via carol.stewart@wokingham.gov.uk

Closing date: 11.00pm Sunday 26th October

Interview date: 10th November 2025 (Subject to change)

Please be aware that we will be reviewing the applications we receive on a daily basis, and we reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified.

If your application is shortlisted for an interview, you will be required to provide proof of your right to work in the UK at that stage. Additionally, successful candidates must present proof upon receiving a job offer.

Please note that all offers are conditional and subject to the satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks.

Whilst this is a fixed term contract appointment, for anyone already employed by Wokingham Borough Council this would be classed as a secondment if successful. Therefore, the usual permission requests for secondments apply and you must speak to your line manager in the first instance before applying.

Wokingham Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff, other workers and volunteers to share this commitment.

Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we regret that we are unable to respond to every applicant individually.

If you do not hear from us within 4 weeks of the application closing date, please assume that your application has not been successful on this occasion.

We appreciate your interest in joining Wokingham Borough Council and thank you for taking the time to apply.

Wokingham is an equal opportunities employer.