Learning and Development Business Partner
An opportunity has arisen within the Learning and Development department for a Learning and Development Business Partner to lead on Accreditation and Quality.
As a member of the Learning and Development Senior Management Team you will collectively contribute to the strategic and professional leadership and delivery of the Learning and Development service to the force. You will provide senior manager leadership, direction and control for Police Officer and Police Staff apprenticeships and qualifications. You will lead a team of managers and assessors and will ensure that learning resources and solutions are effectively aligned to meet Force needs and priorities, and that delivery complies with force and external standards.
The successful candidate will represent Thames Valley Police at a national and regional level as required, dealing with senior members of staff in external agencies such as College of Policing, Ofsted, HEI’s, Awarding Bodies, Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education and other Forces, in appropriate areas of expertise; and influence the future direction of strategy where necessary.
You will lead on the programmes in your portfolio, ensuring compliance with College of Policing criteria/quality assurance criteria for all such programmes for example the Police Education Qualifications Framework (PEQF), and obtaining and maintaining approved provider status where required.
The post holder will Support the Head of Learning and Development and the Leadership Team in organisational design and development initiatives identified in the Delivery Plan and other corporate programmes. Contribute to the Force People Agenda and the target outcomes of the Directorate, ensuring alignment of the Learning Strategy. You will develop solutions, ideas, insights, facilitate change and challenge thinking to create innovative learning approaches, positively and effectively impact Force Performance and embed continuous improvement. Identify opportunities to positively impact on the learning culture to embed capability development.
You must possess Level 4 Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes and Practice Award in order to manage the delivery of assessment as Head of Centre.
This is a hybrid role which currently reflects 3 days working from home and 2 days travelling within or outside the force.
As part of the Thames Valley Police family you will enjoy a fantastic range of benefits including 30 days annual leave per annum, pro-rata for part time (plus Bank Holidays), flexible working conditions, a wide range of lifestyle discounts, career development opportunities and have the option to join a local government pension scheme. To view a full list of our benefits, please click the below link.
If you have any queries please contact the Recruitment Team at RecruitmentPoliceStaff@thamesvalley.police.uk quoting reference 20139. We will endeavour to respond to your query as quickly as possible.
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The closing date for enquiries and receipt of completed applications is Sunday 2nd April 2023.
At Thames Valley Police (TVP) we work together to protect our communities. Whether as an officer, staff member or volunteer, you will make a difference and play an important role in helping achieve our mission. As you take on a role with pride and confidence, you will be supported, developed and valued, ensuring you can be at your best in the service of our communities. Learn more About Us.
Working Smart. You will be joining an organisation that strives to improve every day. In the post-pandemic era this means changing the way we work and deliver our services, which brings a number of benefits including a more flexible and capable workforce.
Supporting You. Your wellbeing and safety is at the heart of all we do. Whilst you are doing the work that matters, we’ll be supporting you via a wide range of Wellbeing services, partnerships and initiatives. We have a number of active staff support networks and buddy schemes which you will have access to and can be involved with. We also offer a comprehensive range of benefits and discount schemes, some provided directly by the organisation and others via partnerships including Blue Light card. Learn more about how we will be Supporting You.
Developing You. We promote a culture where your continuous professional development and learning is actively encouraged and where people have the opportunity, and responsibility, to achieve their full potential.
Valuing Difference. We are committed to building a workforce that better reflects the communities we serve and an inclusive culture that not only values, but finds strength in difference. Learn more about how we are Valuing Difference.
Vetting. All posts require a level of Police Vetting as per the National Vetting Code of Practice. The residency requirement is necessary to enable all applicants to be checked in an equitable manner. Thames Valley Police will allow applicants to apply who do not necessarily reach the criteria as long as they have proven UK residency and supporting evidence where necessary. Applications will be considered on a case by case basis.
This opportunity is closed to applications.