Leadership and Organisational Development Facilitator

Job Summary

Job Role Title: Leadership and Organisational Development Facilitator

Salary: Grade F £34,314 – £37,938

Contract Type: Permanent

Working Pattern: Full time

Number of hours per week: 37 hours per week

Job Share: No

Opening date: 19 February 2025

Closing date: 05 March 2025

Job Advert

Be part of a team dedicated to professional growth and organisational excellence. If you are proactive, innovative, and passionate about L&OD, apply today!

Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service is seeking two Leadership and Organisational Development (L&OD) Facilitators to enhance leadership and organisational effectiveness. Each successful candidate will lead one of the following areas:

1. Leadership Development Programme
2. Positive Working Environment

As an L&OD Facilitator, you will design and implement development initiatives, facilitate a variety of learning and development interventions, and drive organisational growth using data insights. You will collaborate with stakeholders, support workforce planning, and embed a culture of continuous improvement.

Benefits you will receive:

• Competitive salary
• Flexible working
• Generous leave entitlement plus public holidays
• Full support for ongoing professional development
• On-site gym facilities
• Free onsite parking
• Access to an emergency services “Blue Light” discount card
• Use of our in-house occupational health unit, which includes fitness support
• Access to the Service’s 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
• Public sector pension (subject to pension scheme rules). You will automatically be enrolled into the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS), which is a tax-approved, defined-benefit occupational pension scheme. Your contributions are based on your earnings, and you can choose from different income options when you retire.

Recruitment Schedule:

Closing date: 05 March 2025

Interview and test date: 17 to 19 March 2025

Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service is committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Furthermore, we want to create a work environment where everyone feels safe, can be themselves and can perform their roles to the best of their abilities. We have signed up with a number of nationally recognised organisations that promote equality, diversity and inclusion and we are working with them to help us achieve our objectives.

Pension Considerations

Please note that it is your personal responsibility to check whether by applying/accepting this position it would result in any Annual Allowance or Lifetime Allowance implications. A breach in the Annual Allowance threshold could result in a Tax charge. A breach in the Lifetime Allowance threshold will result in a Tax charge. Further information on Annual Allowance and Lifetime Allowance can be obtained from our Pensions team.

Sponsorship

Please take note that Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service does not hold a UK Visa & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker License sponsor and are unable to sponsor any individuals for Skilled Worker Sponsorship.

Job Objectives

1. Lead designated L&OD initiatives and contribute to broader projects.
2. Develop and deliver blended learning programmes.
3. Analyse data to inform development strategies and workplace culture improvements.
4. Enhance performance discussions and workforce planning efforts.
5. Coordinate and communicate L&OD activities across the Service.

Skills Required

• Expertise in learning and organisational development methodologies.
• Experience in designing and delivering learning and development programmes.
• Strong facilitation, communication, and analytical skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365 and digital learning tools.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Qualifications:

• Level 5 L&OD qualification or equivalent experience.
• Level 3 teaching/coaching qualification or equivalent.
• Level 2 Maths and English.