Head of Learning and Engagement

Job Introduction

The Head of Learning and Engagement will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our organisation by driving impactful learning and development strategies that foster organisational growth and resilience. Working at both strategic and operational level, you will lead efforts to support and enable organisational change ensuring that colleagues are empowered to thrive in their role and that we meet our current needs while planning for the future.

We have a friendly and inclusive working environment here at Diabetes UK and are proud of our hybrid approach which allows great flexibility in the way that we work. This means that you can balance your working time between home and the office, subject to the needs of your role.

Interview(s) date: W/C 28th October 2024

Please note that all job offers are subject to you providing acceptable evidence of your eligibility to work in the UK. You might find the following resources useful:

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 If you have any questions, please contact recruitment@diabetes.org.uk

Role Responsibility

In this pivotal role, you will lead the development and implementation of organisational development strategies aimed at fostering resilience, driving change, and achieving long terms goals. You will bring thought leadership in learning and development, delivering engaging and impactful L&D initiatives that support coaching, mentoring and leadership capacity building. 

A key focus would be to drive engagement through delivering initiatives and programs that boost colleague engagement and connection, reinforcing our values and fostering a positive workplace culture.

As a member of the leadership team, you will also collaborate closely with the Head of HR and other senior stakeholders to align people strategies organisational objectives. You will oversee the team budget, monitor KPIs, and ensure alignment with our organisational needs and HR initiatives. Your will lead by example leadership, valuing diversity, prioritising inclusion, and driving high performance within your team.
 

The Ideal Candidate

Summary of skills, knowledge, behaviours and experience we’re looking for:- 

• Proven experience in leading organisational development (OD) initiatives, including change management and fostering a positive workplace culture.
• Strategic and operational leader with high emotional intelligence, capable of strategic thinking and delivering courses both in-person and online.
• Strong interpersonal, communication and advanced coaching skills, with the ability to facilitate group learning and support leadership development.
• Creative, solution focused mindset with a track record of translating business needs into impactful learning intervention
• In depth knowledge of OD best practices, learning theories, and talent management, including blended learning in hybrid work environments.
• Resilient, collaborative leader with experience in managing projects, influencing stakeholders and driving high engagement and performance across teams 
   

Package Description

What we can offer you: 

• Generous annual leave starting at 25 days plus bank holidays (pro-rata for part-time)
• A Cash Healthcare Plan (giving you up to £1,600 towards a range of out of pocket health expenses like new glasses, dentist, chiropractor or osteopath appointments) 
• Early finish Friday and flexible working as part of our approach to activity based working (not applicable to roles with fixed shift patterns)
• 2 Days TOIL in recognition of fixed shift patterns (pro-rata for part-time)
• Discounts on gym membership
• Employee assistance programme to give you support on any issues that come up in life  
• Annual season ticket loan* (on completion of your probation period and if contract is permanent or longer than 12 months)
• Very active social scene including sport teams, gardening and other activities 
• Generous pension provision, life assurance and income protection insurance
• Cycle to work scheme* (eligible for scheme if contract is permanent or longer than 12 months)

*Some benefits aren't available until you've passed your probation period and are dependent on the length of contract.

About the Company

For nearly 5 million people with diabetes in the UK, there’s no day off. At Diabetes UK, we fight day in, day out for better care, treatment and support. We won’t stop until diabetes can do no harm.

With more people than ever living with diabetes and millions more at risk of developing type 2, our work has never been more needed. We make sure they get the care and support needed to live well with diabetes and avoid devastating complications.

We fund critical research, which has led to life-changing discoveries – like the first insulin pen and programmes to put type 2 diabetes into remission. Now, we want to do this for everyone and find a cure.

We can’t do any of this without you. Our staff are passionate and determined about helping everyone affected by diabetes. For over 85 years, they’ve been behind vital policy changes, as well as new treatments and technologies to make living with diabetes easier every day.

But there’s more to do. And you can be part of it.

We’re a really diverse bunch and we recognise and respect your value as an individual. As well as helping people with diabetes, you’ll be part of one of the top 30 Best UK Charities to Work For, and one of the top 75 Best Large Companies in London.

We’re committed to protecting and promoting the welfare of children and adults at risk, and we need our staff and volunteers to support this.

Our vision is a world where diabetes can do no harm. Join us today, and together, we can make that a reality.

To find out more about what we do, check out our website.

Diabetes UK