Job Description

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The Welsh Government operates name-free recruitment. The recruiting panel will not see personal information such as a candidate's name and address during the sifting process. This policy is in line with our commitment to end bias and promote equality and diversity.
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Vacancy details

Vacancy title
Leadership Programmes Training Manager x2


Closing date
06/02/2026, 16:00


Advertising basis
Permanent
Actual starting salary
A non-negotiable starting salary of 37,111 will be offered to the successful candidate
Salary range or pay band
HEO 37,111 to 45,378
Allowances
No
Work pattern
Full time (applications are welcome from people who work part time, as part of a job share or who work full time)
Group
Corporate Services and Inspectorates
Directorate
People and Places
Branch
Leadership Programmes
Location (s)
Pan Wales
Pan Wales' means that the location in which the vacancy can be based is flexible, subject to the needs of the business. A list of the Welsh Government's offices can be found on www.gov.wales/welsh-government-offices. Please note it may not always be possible to accommodate a preference for a specific office location.
Purpose of post
Academi Wales is the national centre for leadership excellence for the public services in Wales. Academi Wales supports the development of individual and organisational leadership, with leadership being devolved and distributed across our public services, throughout networks and across geographical and sectoral boundaries. Academi Wales develops, delivers and evaluates a range of leadership development interventions including conferences and schools, programmes, short courses, masterclasses, customised learning support and facilitation, details of which can be found on its

website

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We are actively seeking training development specialists, with an ability to contribute effectively within a high performing team. You will be involved in developing and delivering training (online and in person) which will support leaders to develop in a range of leadership and development models, programmes and workshops. The successful candidates will be expected to work across Wales delivering in person training. This will include overnight stays.


The ideal candidate will be enthusiastic, self-motivated, innovative and capable of inspiring leaders from diverse backgrounds. An excellent communicator able to deliver complex information in a clear and easily understood way to different audiences. You will be required to be both proactive and reactive, assessing the skills and knowledge of leaders within the training room and determining what support is needed 'in the moment' to grow and develop these individuals during each session. You will be required to provide regular feedback and insights to the wider Academi Wales team on the trends, discussion points, challenges and opportunities posed during sessions to inform future business planning.







Key tasks
High quality design & delivery of behavioural leadership workshops, short courses and programmes targeted at the specific audience segments identified as Senior and Top Tier Leaders; Leaders in the pipeline to Senior Leadership; and those in their early leadership career. Plan, prioritise, and manage multiple training projects and initiatives within deadlines. Provide timely feedback to the Leadership Programmes team on emerging themes, trends and observations from the delivery of interventions. Develop new learning approaches, including blended or digital learning methods. Competent in the use of online facilitation tools (e.g. Microsoft Teams). Develop and maintain a range of individual, team and organisational stakeholder relationships to promote a systematic and high-quality approach to leadership, management and organisational development across the Welsh public service. Model positive leadership behaviours, inspire others, and promote a culture of continuous learning and development. To support the Senior Leadership Development Managers with any bespoke client led organisational development programmes.



Development opportunities
As a trainer with Academi Wales it opens the door to exceptional professional growth by enabling you to collaborate with inspiring leaders from every level across the public and third sectors in Wales.


You will gain unique insights into leadership practices, develop a deeper understanding of organisational dynamics, and broaden your expertise through exposure to a wide range of perspectives and challenges.


This role places you at the centre of a vibrant network, offering opportunities to influence positive change and innovation throughout Wales.


Engaging directly with leaders and change-makers, you will build invaluable experience and drive your own career progression while making a real difference to the people of Wales.



Other vacancy related information

Candidate Requirements

Candidates should have successfully completed a Train the Trainer programme, or hold an equivalent qualification to include:

Train the Trainer (in house or accredited on any leadership / learning and development topic) Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training (CET) Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training (DET) Certificate in Education (Cert Ed, Further Education) Professional Graduate Certificate in Education PGCE Scottish Teaching Qualifications

Candidates should be accredited in one or more diagnostics / tests to include any of the following:

Emotional and Social Competency Inventory (ESCI) Mayer-Salovey-Caruso Emotional Intelligence Test (MSCEIT) Mental Toughness Questionnaire Plus (MTQ Plus) Insights Discovery Dominance Influence Steadiness Consciousness (DISC) TalentQ Thomas International Hogan Myers and Briggs Trait Inventory (MBTI) Facet 5 Emotional Quotient 2.0 (EQi 2.0) Strengths Finder Belbin Team Roles Situational Leadership II Assessment

Reserve List

A reserve list may be held for this opportunity. Any candidate who is successful in being offered a reserve status, will remain on the reserve list for 12 months.

High Number of applications

In the event of a large number of applications, an initial sift will be conducted against the lead assessment criterion Experience 1: "Significant, demonstrated experience of designing, delivering and facilitating inclusive leadership development programmes online and in person for leaders at all levels". Candidates who pass the initial sift may be progressed to a full sift or progressed straight to assessment/interview.

Short Training Session

As part of the interview you will be asked to pre-prepare and then present a 20-minute leadership development training session to the panel. This will assess Experience 1 - "Significant, demonstrated experience of designing, delivering and facilitating inclusive leadership development programmes online and in person for leaders at all levels". More information will be provided in the invitations to that stage.

Desirable

The following qualities are desirable and will only be considered if two or more candidates receive the same score at the application or interview stage:


Ability to develop and deliver leadership programmes in Welsh Associate, Chartered Membership or Fellowship of the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) Content creation for digital platforms such as scripts for video content and e-learning content [no technical knowledge is required this is about using existing tools to create content]

CVs

CVs will not be scored but will be used by the panel to gain a fuller understanding of your achievements, experience and employment history.


CVs should include employment history including experience and responsibilities, key achievements and qualifications / accreditations.

Travel and Overnight Stays

The posts will require regular travel across Wales including overnight stays. This will typically be overnight stays twice a month except for one week in February and one week at the end of June where 4 nights in succession will be required as successful candidates will have the exciting opportunity of supporting our annual Winter and Summer Schools.

Applications for Part Time Working

Applications from those wishing to work part time are strongly encouraged - a minimum of 20 hours per week / 40 hours per fortnight is required for each post.




Vetting level
Basic
Number of posts
2
Contact point for further information regarding the post
aw.leadershipdevelopment@gov.wales - Elaine Jones