Head of OD & Change

• Pay Level: SML11 - £69,641 to £78,782 fully inclusive of Local Weighting Allowance
• Contract Type: Permanent
• Working Hours: 37 hours per week
• Location: Observatory House/ Slough Hybrid (minimum 2 days per week in the office)
• DBS requirement: Basic

Closing date for applications: midnight 3rd July 2026

Interview date: week commencing 6th July 2026

What you'll be doing

As Head of OD & Change, you will lead the Council's culture, learning, talent and organisational development agenda, helping to build an agile, inclusive and high performing workforce that is confident, capable and equipped to deliver excellent outcomes for residents.

You will design and deliver organisation-wide change programmes that strengthen leadership, embed the Council's values and behaviours, modernise learning and development, and create a joined up approach to talent management across the employee lifecycle. Working closely with senior leaders, staff and partners, you will use insight, engagement and collaboration to turn strategy into practical interventions that improve performance, accountability and ways of working.

What we offer

We offer a supportive place to grow and develop your career with opportunities for your input to be valued and heard. Ambition and innovation will be required now more than ever, and you will join a friendly and collaborative environment where you are encouraged to thrive.

We understand that everyone has different needs and circumstances. That's why we are committed to offering flexible and hybrid working arrangements that help you achieve the best work life balance and accommodate different working patterns.

Annual increments, where applicable, are usually payable on 1st April each year, subject to six months service in the post, until the maximum level is reached. The payment of annual increments is not automatic and is subject to satisfactory performance as assessed by your director.

Benefits

• 26 days annual leave (not including bank holidays), rising to 30 days between 2-5 years' service and 33 days after 5 years' service.
• The Local Government Pension Scheme
• Wellbeing initiatives and membership of employee networks that celebrate equality.
• Tax free childcare and childcare services
• Season (loan) ticket - to help with the cost of your rail or bus journey to and from work.

Accessibility and Support

Slough Borough Council is an inclusive employer. If you require support throughout the application process or reasonable adjustments for the interview, please contact our Recruitment Team: . Your request will be treated confidentially and used solely to ensure we provide appropriate support.

All applicants must have a valid right to work in the UK. If you require sponsorship, please contact before submitting an application.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. If appointed, all posts will be subject to satisfactory pre employment checks.