OD and Learning

Your Learning Journey

At the Vale of Glamorgan Council, we are dedicated to fostering a culture of continuous growth, development and learning. Our Learning and Development offerings are designed to empower our existing team members and prospective recruits to thrive and excel in their roles. We believe that investing time in our people is vital to the success of the Vale and the communities we serve

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iDev - Learning Management System

Our world-class learning management system, iDev, puts learning at your fingertips. With iDev, employees can access a wide variety of learning resources, including e-learning modules, virtual classrooms, and on-demand training materials.

Induction Tour

Our comprehensive setup program ensures you feel supported and your equipment from day one. Our induction process provides new employees with vital information about the Vale, our values, our work, and key compliance requirements, as well as opportunities to connect with other colleagues and understand roles within the wider context of our work.

The Learning Cafe

Our Learning Cafe is our Staff Development Initiative, which combines multiple ways of engaging and learning, for whatever suits you.

The Learning Cafe is all about collaboration, breaking down barriers, connecting with others, and continuous learning. We believe that working together, sharing knowledge, and building relationships is key to personal and professional growth.

Management Development

We recognize the critical role that effective leadership plays in driving organizational success.

That's why we offer a management programme designed to improve the leadership skills of our managers and leaders. From recruiting to coaching and leading change, our management training equips leaders with the tools and insights they need to inspire, motivate and lead their teams.

Qualifications and Professional Studies

We are committed to supporting our employees in the pursuit of personal and professional development. Through our qualifications and professional study support programme, employees have the opportunity to further their education, earn relevant certifications, and advance their careers. Whether it's access to fully funded accredited courses, study leave, or advice on career paths, we're here to help you achieve your goals and unlock your full potential.

Performance Culture

Our performance management processes, such as #itsaboutme and the CEO Performance Process, provide clarity on expectations and link performance to development opportunities. From formal reviews to points of self-reflection, we ensure alignment, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Our Core Competence Framework lays the foundation for organisational values and expectations, while the Managers Competence Framework and the Senior Leader Competence Framework build on these.