Part-time Learning & Development Manager

Overview

Part-time HR Manager (Learning & Development) – Reading Students’ Union

Location: University of Reading, Whiteknights Campus, Reading, Berkshire

Salary: Pro rata salary £21,087.51 (based on full time equivalent of £36,595.63)

Contract: Fixed term contract (12 months)

Hours: Part-time 20 hours per week

A role where you can innovate and make a real impact!

Part-time HR Manager (Learning & Development) – Are you passionate about organisational development? Do you thrive on innovation and impact? We’re looking for an L&D Manager who will shape our continuous learning culture and align L&D initiatives with organisational goals.

You’ll be part of a small but busy team, leading in supporting a diverse range of teams, including our commercial venues team, nursery staff, career staff, student-staff, interns and apprentices, ensuring tailored L&D solutions.

• Develop and implement a comprehensive L&D strategy aligned with organisational objectives.
• Support organisational development initiatives and contribute to job design to ensure roles align with business needs and employee growth.
• Develop the employer brand through learning initiatives and explore relevant accreditations (e.g., Investors in People, Great Place to Work) to enhance our reputation.

• Conduct Training Needs Analysis to identify skills gaps and future development requirements.
• Personally design and deliver training sessions, workshops, and learning interventions to meet organisational needs.
• Design and deliver blended learning programs: e-learning, workshops, webinars, on-the-job training.
• Develop and deliver management and leadership development programmes to build strong future leaders.
• Develop and deliver new starter induction programs and monitor probation periods to ensure the right support and development is in place during those crucial first months.
• Work with and engage external training providers as needed.
• Manage logistics of training sessions.

• Develop and manage performance appraisals, Personal Development Plans (PDPs), and individual training plans.
• Provide performance coaching to managers and employees to enhance capability and drive high performance.
• Facilitate talent development programs, including apprenticeship schemes, mentoring, succession planning and management training.

• Approve training requests and book external training within budget constraints.
• Manage the L&D budget in collaboration with the Head of People; evaluate and engage third-party providers ensuring ROI and compliance.
• Ensure mandatory training compliance, including health & safety regulations.

• Support our change management initiatives by designing and delivering learning interventions that enable smooth transitions and adoption of new processes.
• Lead internal communications and consultations related to learning and development, including staff surveys, feedback sessions, and engagement activities.

• CIPD Level 5.
• Significant experience as an HR Manager/L&D specialist
• You think strategically.
• Organised, adaptable, and ready to make things happen.
• You're an innovator.
• Excellent communicator.
• Project management skills.
• Ability to coach and mentor.
• You LOVE learning & development and organisational development
• Evidence of CPD.
• Proven experience in:
• Designing and delivering training programs (including management and leadership development).
• Developing induction programs and supporting probation processes.
• Performance management frameworks (training needs analysis, appraisals, PDPs, coaching, succession planning).
• Leading change management initiatives and employee engagement activities.
• Working with LMS platforms and digital learning tools.
• Working with external training providers.
• Creating processes—not just following them—driving innovation and efficiency.

• Coaching qualification.
• CIPD Level 7.
• Degree in Human Resources.
• HR/L&D Consultancy experience.
• Relevant experience in small to medium sized organisations.
• Exposure to employer accreditation processes.

• Inclusive and supportive team culture
• Flexible working options
• 35 days annual leave including Christmas and Easter closure days
• Professional development opportunities
• Unique working environment in the heart of a vibrant Student’s Union, set on a stunning, green campus.

Ready to make our People Strategy a reality? Apply today!

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