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OD&PL are committed to developing the skills and confidence that enable staff and postgraduate researchers to contribute effectively to the success of our University. We provide a range of flexible services that are effective, relevant, timely, accessible and support the University's strategic imperatives. Please visit the following links below which will take you to our respective OD&PL websites.

 

Development for all staff

Personal and career development opportunities and support for all staff.

Digital development and culture

Supporting colleagues and the organisation to assess and enhance their digital capabilities and practice.

Grades 2-5 support

Programmes and events tailored to colleagues working in roles graded 2-5.

Leadership development

Leadership development opportunities, resources, and information.

Management development

Management development, support, and resources.

New staff development

Sign up to a University welcome event, access an induction checklist and explore a range of support and benefits for new starters.

Researcher development and culture

Promoting a postive and inclusive research culture to produce research excellence.

Student education development

Developing, sharing, recognising and rewarding effective practice.

Technicians development

Development support aimed at technicians at Leeds.

LinkedIn Learning

Staff and students have free access to over 21,000 courses on LinkedIn Learning via your University of Leeds account. The online learning platform supports staff to develop their skills and personal and career development. Find out more in our introduction guides and events to get the most out of your account.

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Finding OD&PL on the Staff Intranet

As part of the Staff Intranet, we have launched our OD&PL SharePoint site. The site provides an overview of our department and highlights our latest news and lists our upcoming events and deadlines for programmes and schemes. From the site you will be directed to find out more about specific opportunities and sign up on our OD&PL websites.

Visit our SharePoint site on the Staff Intranet

News

Celebrating innovation and excellence in teaching at Leeds

The winners of the 2025 University of Leeds Teaching Awards have now been announced, celebrating innovation and excellence across student education. These prestigious awards highlight the inspiring work of colleagues across the University who contribute to outstanding teaching and learning. 👉 Read the full article on the OD&PL Student Education Development site to explore this...

OD&PL Development Roundup - July 2025

Explore this month's roundup of upcoming development opportunities and the latest news from Organisational Development and Professional Learning (OD&PL). Each month, we release a new roundup article showcasing events, programmes and resources to help you develop new skills, advance your career and support your personal development. This month, highlights include: 🌟 New: Vice-Chancellor and President’s...

OD&PL Development Roundup - June 2025

Explore this month's roundup of upcoming development opportunities and the latest news from Organisational Development and Professional Learning (OD&PL). Each month, we release a new roundup article showcasing events, programmes and resources to help you develop new skills, advance your career and support your personal development. This month, highlights include: 🎓 TIPS Community Festival of...

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