Organisational Development Officer in Wokingham

We have an excellent opportunity for two passionate and enthusiastic Organisation Development Officers to join our HR & OD Team here at Wokingham Borough Council, on a full-time, 15 month Fixed Term Contract. There are two vacancies.

As the Organisation Development Officer, you will support the development and implementation of the corporate learning framework and training offer. We are a highly ambitious Council and are about to embark on a significant period of transformation in Organisational Development, so you will work with the wider OD Team to co-design and deliver training programmes across the Council, ensuring that we provide high quality training for all. The roles will support in the delivery of our People Strategy to include tools and interventions to help the council achieve its strategic ambitions which will include programmes such as culture, performance management, leadership and development. Experience of working within a local government setting would be highly advantageous as would being an accredited Insights Practitioner. This role is 80% delivery of training, so the ability to travel to Wokingham to deliver in person training is essential.

Benefits:

• Annual Leave – Up to 30 days annual leave (rising to 35 days after 5 years continued local government service), plus bank holidays
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• GP Helpline - Available 7 days per week
• Employee Assistance Programme - with a 24/7 Your Care confidential helpline
• Free Eye Tests and Flu Vaccines
• Free Onsite Gym – Use of a free onsite gym located at Shute End Office, Wokingham
• Local & Lifestyle Discounts - Save on shopping, entertainment, restaurants & more
• Move through Menopause Course
• Sports & Social Group Activities – Including running, football, cricket & more
• Learning & Development Opportunities
• Employee Networks
• And much more!

Key responsibilities:

• Supports the development and implementation of the Councils Corporate learning framework and training offer.
• Co-create training packages and be responsible for the delivery of training, predominantly face to face, to support the Organisational Development programme that will embed a learning culture across the Council.
• Work in partnership with Managers and teams across the Council to ensure that learning sessions are coherent, accessible and in-line with industry standards and the evolving needs of staff.
• Design and use tools to evaluate the impact of learning and organisational development initiatives and conduct regular monitoring, reviewing and evaluation of the programme as per agreed objectives.

Candidate Requirements:

• Degree-level, equivalent relevant professional qualifications, or expertise
• Good IT skills including office software such as Microsoft Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel
• Demonstrable experience of delivering training face to face with some hybrid training options
• Experience of developing and delivering specialist training such as leadership, performance management, mentoring and other corporate programmes

Our Area:

Wokingham Borough is set in the heart of Berkshire with excellent transport links to Reading and central London. Our area comprises of a vibrant and historical market town, attractive villages, and miles of beautiful countryside. We’re home to a range of high performing schools, a host of international businesses and an incredible community. We have a strong local economy with accelerated growth, a range of excellent public facilities and low levels of crime, offering an exceptional quality of life.

Click the link below and Apply Today! Alternatively, for an informal discussion, please contact Carol Stewart or Sarah Bolton (Strictly no agencies).

Closing Date: Sunday 8th February 2026 at 11pm

Interview Date: W/C 16th February 2026

Whilst this is a fixed term contract appointment, for anyone already employed by Wokingham Borough Council this would be classed as a secondment if successful. Therefore, the usual permission requests for secondments apply and you must speak to your line manager in the first instance before applying.

Please be aware that we will be reviewing the applications we receive on a daily basis, and we reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified. If your application is shortlisted for an interview, you will be required to provide proof of your right to work in the UK at that stage. Additionally, successful candidates must present proof upon receiving a job offer. Please note that all offers are conditional and subject to the satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks.

Wokingham Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff, other workers and volunteers to share this commitment.

Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we regret that we are unable to respond to every applicant individually. If you do not hear from us within 4 weeks of the application closing date, please assume that your application has not been successful on this occasion. We appreciate your interest in joining Wokingham Borough Council and thank you for taking the time to apply. Wokingham is an equal opportunities employer.