Learning & Organisational Development Programme Coordinator

Department OD and Learning Location Joseph Priestley Building Salary £32,006 to £35,331 per annum Permanent Post Type Full Time Release Date 15 May 2026 Closing Date 23.59 hours BST on Sunday 07 June 2026 Reference H126003

About Birmingham City University

At Birmingham City University, we are a diverse and inclusive learning community of over 31,400 students from more than 120 countries. We aim to become an exemplar anchor institution, creating and sharing knowledge for a better and more inclusive society. We are committed to providing a transformational educational experience, supporting world-class research, and fostering a collaborative and supportive working environment for our staff.

Recognised as one of the UK’s Top 250 employers (Financial Times & Statista), we pride ourselves on being a place where colleagues feel valued, supported, and able to grow their careers while contributing to the success of our students and communities.

Our student demographic reflects the rich cultural and ethnic diversity of Birmingham itself, with a significant proportion of students from minoritised ethnic backgrounds and the majority of our home students coming from the West Midlands. This diversity is a strength, and it calls for a workforce that is equipped to challenge deficit narratives and thinking — those assumptions that position students from underrepresented groups as lacking rather than recognising their assets, strengths and potential.

By embracing this perspective, we aim to create an environment where all students and colleagues can thrive, and where our work contributes positively to the social, cultural and economic life of Birmingham and beyond.

Role Summary

We are seeking a Learning and Organisational Development Programme Coordinator to join our People and Culture Learning and Organisational Development Team, supporting the delivery of high-quality services across the University.

In this role, you will support the delivery of high‑quality learning and organisational development activity for staff across the University. The role is delivery focused and requires a regular on‑site presence to support learning activity, alongside thorough planning, preparation and coordination to ensure sessions run smoothly. This includes scheduling activity, supporting and facilitating workshops, maintaining accurate learning records and getting involved in learning system developments.

Essential Requirements

• Minimum 5 GCSEs or equivalent at grade C/4 and above, including English and Maths.
• Experience of working in a learning and development environment and experience of event co-ordination/management; ideally gained in a large, complex organisation
• Experience of staff development and/or training administration, managing recording systems, organising multiple activities, large events and facilitating learning interventions
• Experience of administering a learning management system, managing content, and producing regular management information.
• Good interpersonal and team working skills; able to engage and build credibility at all levels, including senior leaders and managers.
• Well-developed customer service and stakeholder relationship building skills.
• Good time and project management skills; can plan, prioritise, and work to tight deadlines.
  
  

In this role, you would be required to work flexibly across University sites to support learning delivery as required.

Where a relevant Learning and Organisational Development qualification is not already held, the successful candidate will be required to undertake and complete one as part of the role, with appropriate support provided.

Desirable Requirements

• HNC/degree or equivalent in business related subject is desirable
• Events management and/or recognised project management qualification desirable
  
  

Further Information

If you are excited by the opportunity to help shape the future of People and Culture Learning and Organisational Development Team, we would love to hear from you.

Interviews for this role are planned to take place on 22 June 2026.

For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Debbie Sant at Debbie.sant@bcu.ac.uk.

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The appointed candidate will normally be employed through our subsidiary company, BCU Support Services Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of Birmingham City University. Appointees with prior LGPS membership who wish to re-enter the scheme may do so and will be employed directly by the University.

Why work for us

• Work–life balance – Generous leave and hybrid working (role dependent).
• Career development – Opportunities to grow, develop and progress your career.
• Reward and wellbeing – Competitive pay, pension, wellbeing support and staff benefits.
• Inclusive culture – A supportive, diverse environment where everyone belongs.
  
  

Visa Sponsorship

This role may be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa route, subject to meeting the relevant criteria. For further information, please visit: https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and to an environment that supports lawful free speech and academic freedom. We will continuously review and improve our policies, practices, and procedures to ensure that we are promoting these in all aspects of our operations. We believe that by working together, combining our many different backgrounds and life experiences, we will empower each other to reach our full potential.

Disability Confident Employer

Birmingham City University is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. Disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role will be guaranteed an interview.

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