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We are looking for a Regional Trainer to join the Learning & Development Apprenticeship function as part of our in-house Training Team.
You will need to have relevant experience as a Trainer. Ideally within a health and social care setting.
Please note this is a full time, 40hr per week role, working in a remote capacity with regular travel across our services as required.
The Role:
The post holder will be responsible for the delivery of a range of health and social care training across both the health and social care division of the company, as well as the head office team’s.
You will be based in the south of England delivering training will include subjects such as manual handling, risk assessment, fire warden/marshal and safer people handling.
- To deliver a wide range of training appropriate to the role being trained and in accordance with identified service requirements.
- Deliver training using a range of teaching methods that encourage participation and development of skills and knowledge.
- To deliver training in a range of formats, including virtual workshops where appropriate.
- To assess the skills and knowledge relevant to course content.
- Provide structured feedback to those that need additional coaching and have not met the required competency level within a classroom setting.
- Work cohesively and effectively with the wider members of the Learning and Development team.
- To liaise with the wider Learning and Development team to organise and plan the delivery of courses.
- To work with the Head of Learning and Development, Training Managers and health and safety team to promote a cohesive learning and development culture within Cygnet Health Care.
- To maintain current subject knowledge and competence, in line with Cygnet Health and safety requirements.
- To maintain your own continuous professional development (CPD) and maintain a Trainer portfolio in addition to any professional updates that are required
- To ensure the health, safety and wellbeing of all those attending training.
- To respect and adhere to the security arrangements if training at a Cygnet site.
- Manage the classroom environment to ensure equal and safe participation.
- To follow safeguarding processes and report to a service manager any reportable concerns brought to your attention during training
- Ensure any equipment used for training is available ‘on demand’, is clean and fit for purpose and that any damage or faults are identified and reported.
- Accurate completion and prompt submission of course administration using relevant systems.
- To work on ad hoc projects as directed by the Head of Learning and Development.
- Perform any other duties commensurate with these responsibilities, skills and qualifications of the post holder.
Why Cygnet? We’ll offer you…
- Free health cash plan: you can claim back up to £1000 per annum on optical, physiotherapy and dental care, get a free health check, and much more.
- Wellbeing centre with exercises, recipes, financial and mental health advice.
- Discounted gym membership at more than 3,000 gyms across the UK.
- Enhanced maternity pay: 8 weeks full Pay, 18 weeks half Pay (Inclusive of SMP) followed by 13 weeks SMP.
- Free eye tests for all employees.
- Free 24-hour GP helpline: speedy access to a GP by telephone or online.
- Employee Assistance Programme: free advice, counselling and support whenever you need it.
- Characters of Care- Peer to Peer recognition scheme with monthly awards and bespoke development opportunities for top 10 outstanding candidates at Year End
- Group pension: a generous pension plan helping you save for your future.
- Free life assurance cover: a lump sum paid to your family in the event of your death while employed by Cygnet.
- Free mortgage broker advice and insurance cover: to help you when buying a home as well
- Long Service Award: Cygnet is committed to continuing to deliver excellent levels of support to people in our care, and we are very proud and appreciative of our staff who have decided to stay with us for such a long period of time.
- Big brand discounts-You can double your discounts by using our multiple discount portals from Reward Gateway, NHS Discounts, BluelightCard and Health Services discounts.
- Cycle to work scheme: includes discounts on accessories and 12 months free bike and service plan.
- Car lease discounts: a leading lease provider offers Cygnet people an excellent price match promise on lease vehicles with no admin fee.
About you…
- Excellent communication and inter-personal skills
- Potentially with ‘lived experience’ of autism and/or learning disability
- Relevant experience in a training/teaching environment
- General knowledge of training and development ideally within the health or social care sectors
- A full driving licence and access to own vehicle
- Hold professional qualifications in relevant subject areas (Desirable)
Successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.
What next?
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