We are Eden Futures, and we deliver exceptional support services for people aged 18 and over who have learning disabilities, autism, mental ill health and associated complex needs.
We are looking for an experienced Trainer to join our Learning and Development Team who shares our values and wants to be part of a company that recognises individual strengths and talent. If you are passionate about learning and developing our staff to be the best they can be, creating inspiring and innovative training courses and materials, then we would love to hear from you!
The role is varied with travel throughout the company across our many services in the Central and North regions of the UK as well as some home working and office working. You will be expected to travel to deliver face to face training, occasional overnight stays, alongside virtual training to supplement our comprehensive training programme offered to all staff.
Main Responsibilities - To support the Learning and Development function to deliver quality learning and development as part of our comprehensive training programme to all staff in their roles.
- The post requires travelling across the business in all regions to deliver face-to-face training, alongside virtual classroom training to support our comprehensive training programme for all staff. The hours will be variable and may include evenings and weekends too.
- To support the Lead Trainer to develop and deliver course materials which are current, evidence based, aligned with Eden Future’s core values, legislation, and the requirements of the Care Quality Commission.
- Deliver outstanding teaching and learning that is differentiated, impactful and innovative.
- Encourage, motivate and engage staff in their learning and development.
- Support the Learning and Development Manager in the delivery of the annual training plan
- Deliver mandatory and statutory training to new and existing staff, in any of our locations across the UK. Training includes, but is not limited to:
- Induction core modules including Active Support, Safeguarding Adults and Medication.
- First Aid at Work
- Moving and Handling theory and practical
- Positive Behaviour Support (PBS)
- Maybo Conflict Management modules
- Trauma informed care
- Any other courses as/when required
- Research, review and update all training materials embedding new legislation, policies and practices as delegated by the Lead Trainer
- Work collaboratively with operational teams to deliver service specific training in line with the Training needs Analysis (TNA), monitoring bookings and attendance
- Undertake continuing professional development (CPD) through research and attending relevant training, including Adult Care specific and andragogy principles and service visits
- Undertake Train the Trainer courses and re accreditation where required eg First Aid; Maybo
- Provide appropriate learning and development support to staff across the organisation where needed i.e. dyslexia, visual difficulties, physical needs
- Demonstrate and embed Eden Future’s values which align to our People Strategy
- Maintain expected professional and performance standards escalating these when necessary
- Undertake Trainer admin duties such as maintaining registers, recording DNA and cancellations and claiming certificate.
- Completing other duties as determined by the Lead Trainer, within the general scope of the post
The Ideal Candidate - Previous experience of delivering training in an Adult Social Care setting (Essential)
- Knowledge of Healthcare/Social Care subjects, research and developments within the Adult Social Care sector (Essential)
- Qualifications in Teaching/Training/Adult Social Care (Desirable)
- Experience working with Learner Management systems and e-learning platforms
- Proficiency in designing training materials including PowerPoint and use of Microsoft Teams for delivery
- Proficient in MS Office
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and across multiple sites based on business needs
- Strong written and verbal communication skills and adaptability to talk to individuals at all levels, as well as senior stakeholders across the business
- A team player who engages well with others
- Car driver with access to own vehicle
- Driven to deliver innovative, stimulating and engaging training sessions
- Ability to support individuals with their learning needs such as visual and auditory difficulties, dyslexia and other needs
- Energetic and delivery focused
- Flexible and adaptable to change
- Passionate about delivering a first-class service
