People Wellbeing & Engagement Adviser
Job Summary
Working Pattern:
Full time
Advert Start Date:
30/09/2026
Advert End Date:
Closed for applications on 07/10/2026 23:59
Salary:
£39,481 - £42,123
Job Category:
HR / Training
Employment Location:
Stockton-on-Tees
Further Information
Grade K | People & OD Team
Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council
Permanent
Help Shape a Healthy, Engaged and Thriving Workforce
Are you passionate about employee wellbeing, engagement and creating great workplace experiences?
We're looking for an enthusiastic and motivated People, Wellbeing & Engagement Adviser to join our People & OD team and play a key role in delivering initiatives that help our people thrive.
This is an exciting opportunity to influence organisational culture, support employee wellbeing, strengthen engagement and contribute to workforce transformation across the Council. Working closely with managers, employees, networks and partners, you'll help create an environment where colleagues feel valued, connected and supported to perform at their best.
What you'll be doing
As part of our People Health, Wellbeing & Engagement team, you'll:
- Develop and deliver wellbeing, engagement and organisational development programmes that support the Council's People Strategy.
- Lead employee wellbeing, engagement and recognition initiatives that improve employee experience and organisational culture.
- Coordinate employee surveys, focus groups and consultation activities, ensuring employee feedback drives meaningful action.
- Analyse workforce data and insights to identify trends, opportunities and recommendations for improvement.
- Support delivery of workforce transformation and culture change programmes.
- Champion equality, diversity and inclusion initiatives that create a more inclusive workplace.
- Build strong relationships with managers, trade unions, employee networks and external partners.
- Coordinate and maintain prestigious accreditation programmes including Better Health at Work Award and Disability Confident.
- Promote wellbeing campaigns, employee recognition schemes and engagement activities across the organisation.
What we're looking for
You'll bring:
- Experience of delivering employee engagement activities within a HR, People or Organisational Development environment.
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills, with the confidence to work with stakeholders at all levels.
- Excellent analytical skills and the ability to turn complex information into clear, meaningful insights.
- Experience of presenting information to a range of audiences.
- The ability to think creatively, solve problems and contribute to future planning.
- A collaborative and positive approach, with a commitment to public service and continuous improvement.
Essential Qualifications
- CIPD Level 5 qualification in HR, L&D or equivalent professional experience.
Desirable Qualifications
- Degree-level qualification.
- Local Government experience.
- Experience delivering training or development activities.
To learn more about the role and what we're looking for, please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification in the Supporting Documents section.
Why join us?
At Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council, we're committed to creating a workplace where people can be themselves, feel valued and achieve their potential.
This is a fantastic opportunity to:
- Influence organisational culture.
- Deliver meaningful wellbeing and engagement initiatives.
- Contribute to workforce transformation and organisational development.
- Work with passionate colleagues who care about making a positive difference.
- Help shape the experience of employees across the Council.
Think this could be the right opportunity for you?
If you're passionate about wellbeing, engagement, inclusion and creating positive workplace experiences, we'd love to hear from you. For an informal discussion about the role, please contact:
Jane Webb - People Health, Wellbeing & Engagement Manager
01642 528519
Jane.Webb@stockton.gov.uk
Please note that we’re unable to provide visa sponsorship for this role, so candidates will need to have an existing right to work in the UK.
Important Applicant Guidance
Accuracy and Use of AI Tools: You must ensure that anything submitted in your application is factually accurate. Plagiarism can include presenting the ideas and experience of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own. Whilst we accept candidates may use AI tools within job applications; submissions must be truthful and relevant to your own experience.
Application Updates and Communication: All updates regarding your application, including interview invitations, will be sent from ‘DONOTREPLY@NORTHEASTJOBS.ORG.UK’ to the email linked to your North East Jobs account, and will also appear in the ‘My Messages’ section of your account.
Internal Applicants Only: This vacancy is restricted to Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council employees. To apply, you must be registered as an internal user on your North East Jobs account. Guidance is available in the Supporting Documents section. Your request to be set up as an internal user will be sent to the Talent Acquisition Team for verification and must be approved before you can submit your application.
Right to Work: All applicants must provide valid proof of their right to work in the UK in accordance with Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council’s statutory employment checks. Employment cannot commence or continue unless this has been verified.
Council Principles: The Council’s recruitment principles require fairness, transparency, and a commitment to attracting and developing local talent.
Limitations: Where an individual cannot demonstrate a valid right to work in the UK, the Council will be unable to progress or continue the appointment. This includes cases where an existing employee’s visa is due to expire and sponsorship is not granted.
Please note
This job is closed for applications.