Workforce Capability Adviser

Overview

As our Workforce Capability Adviser, you\’ll play a key role in ensuring the right people have the right skills at the right time, helping the organisation succeed now and in the future. You\’ll work closely with business leads and stakeholders to identify learning and development needs across allocated areas and support the planning and delivery of training that builds capability across the force.

Responsibilities

• Lead training needs analysis for allocated areas, identifying skills gaps, risks, and future capability requirements
• Develop and manage service delivery plans, ensuring effective use of resources, budgets, and alignment with organisational priorities
• Provide expert advice to senior leaders, using data and insights to support strategic decisions, succession planning, and risk management
• Collaborate with internal and external partners to deliver learning solutions, manage supplier relationships, and support continuous improvement
• Produce and manage accurate workforce data to support planning, reporting, compliance, and long-term capability development
• Act as a trusted advisor, influencing decisions through evidence-based insights and clear communication

Application and inclusion information

We are proud members of the Business Disability Forum, working together to improve the lives of disabled employees. As a Disability Confident Leader, we are committed to offering an interview to disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role. We may prioritise those who most closely meet the criteria in cases of high application volumes, applying the same fair approach for all candidates. If you tell us that you have a disability, we can make adjustments to support you through the recruitment process (for example we can arrange extra time for tests or provide a sign language interpreter). You can get in touch with us via the application process for any support; please provide plenty of notice so we can ensure your visit goes smoothly.

Use of AI in Applications: At Northumbria Police, we embrace innovative technologies to enhance our recruitment process. We understand that candidates may use AI tools to assist with their applications. While AI can be a valuable resource, we encourage applicants to ensure their submissions accurately reflect their personal qualifications, experiences, and skills. Our selection process includes thorough evaluations to verify the authenticity and suitability of all applications. We value genuine and thoughtful responses that showcase your unique strengths and perspectives.

Qualifications

• Financial acumen and experience in evaluating cost-benefit of workforce initiatives
• Proven experience in training needs analysis, service delivery planning, and managing training resources
• Strong understanding of the full training cycle and workforce capability planning
• Ability to analyse complex data and translate it into actionable insights
• Confident using Learning Management Systems and Microsoft Office, especially Excel
• Skilled in managing and reporting on workforce data
• Excellent planning and prioritisation skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and internal and external stakeholders
• High attention to detail and accuracy in record-keeping and reporting, with strong written and verbal communication skills including report writing and presenting

Salary and benefits

• Salary: £36,066 – £41,028 pa Pro Rata (Please note it is Northumbria Police policy to appoint at the beginning of the band)
• Hours: 29.6 hours per week (flexibility around days, must include a Thursday)
• 26 days\’ leave (increasing to 30 days for 5 years+ service) plus 8 bank holidays
• NHS Fleet Solutions Car Lease Scheme
• Enhanced maternity, shared parental and adoption leave
• Flexi time and flexible working options
• Agile working – option to work from home, team zone, and spaces across the force
• Market-leading public sector pension scheme with up to 16% employer contribution
• Corporate travel schemes – local rail, bus services and metro discounts
• Access to private healthcare and eye test vouchers
• Discounts on shopping and eating out with the Blue Light Card and Blue Light Tickets
• Paid sickness leave and access to mental health support services
• Access to gyms in some stations
• Cycle to work scheme
• Opportunity to volunteer in local community

Work arrangements

We are committed to building a dynamic, agile workplace where meaningful connection are key. For roles designated as agile or home-based, employees will work from a Force site at least once a week, with two days recommended. Hiring managers will discuss how this works in practice at interview stage.