Skills Development Officer

Job Title:

Skills Development Officer;

Contract:

Permanent;

Location:

Hereford;

Hours:

37;
Salary band: HC9 £ 40,777 - £45,091 per annum;
Closing date: 18th June 2026;
Interview:
Week commencing 29th June 2026.

This key position within the Economy and Regeneration Service is instrumental in ensuring that the skills of the workforce match local business needs and future economic demands. The role bridges skills gaps and drives positive change through collaboration with employers, skills providers and key stakeholders.

• Lead on and facilitate engagement with priority sectors such as cyber, advanced manufacturing, construction, agri‑tech, high growth and green growth.
• Support sector‑focused forums, liaise with business leaders and promote workforce planning initiatives.
• Develop and commission local skills and training programmes that meet identified skills gaps and employer needs, enabling recruitment and growth.
• Assist in the development and implementation of the Herefordshire Employment and Skills Strategy, guiding skills provision and ensuring strategic alignment of funded programmes.
• Work closely with the Inward Investment Manager to incorporate skills support into Herefordshire’s Inward Investment offer, offering bespoke workforce support packages to new investors.

Are you passionate about supporting the learning and development of people and helping them succeed in their careers? Do you enjoy working with employers and training and skills providers to deliver key employment initiatives that lead to better paid jobs? If this role sounds of interest and is aligned with your skills and experience, we would love to hear from you.

• Salary range of £40,777 - £45,091.
• Enrolment in the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS).
• Career progression: clear pathways to progress.
• Annual leave: 31 days’ annual leave (pro rata) plus bank holidays; additional 10 days per annum may be purchased.
• Flexible working: job‑sharing, part‑time hours and agile working options.
• Employee Assistance Programme: 24/7 access to support and counselling.
• Payment of professional membership fees (based on role requirements).
• Access to a range of retail, leisure, holiday and health benefits, including savings, cash‑back and discounts.

Applicants who meet the essential criteria may be selected for interview:

• Candidates indicating a disability; part of the “Disability Confident” scheme.
• Candidates indicating an Armed Forces Veteran or Reservist; part of the Armed Forces Covenant.
• Candidate indicating a Herefordshire care leaver; part of the commitment to support young people leaving care.

All staff are expected to uphold safeguarding and welfare responsibilities for children, young people and vulnerable adults. The position will be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check.