Choice Care Group
Health and Social Care Trainer- Multiple locations
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Training & Development Officer
Hours: 37.5 (Part-time options available)
Salary: £30,000 – £35,000 per annum (full-time equivalent, based on experience)
Job Purpose
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To design, deliver and evaluate high-quality learning and development programmes that enable colleagues to:
- Achieve competency in their roles
- Build confidence in workplace practices
- Meet regulatory compliance requirements effectively
The Trainer will:
- Engage learners across face-to-face, virtual, and blended learning environments
- Support induction and competency development
- Maintain accurate learning records
- Foster a positive learning culture aligned with the Learning and Development Strategy
Key Responsibilities
Execution of Learning Programmes
- Design, develop, and continuously improve training materials, learning resources, and e-learning content to meet organisational and regulatory standards
- Deliver engaging training programmes using adult learning methods, including:
- Face-to-face sessions
- Virtual environments
- Blended learning approaches
- Oversee corporate induction programmes and work with managers to embed learning into daily workflows
Needs Assessment & Evaluation
- Collaborate with managers to identify learning gaps and develop bespoke learning solutions
- Evaluate training effectiveness through:
- Learner feedback
- Observation and assessment outcomes
- Operational performance metrics
- Findings-driven improvements to training
Administrative & Compliance Tasks
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date:
- Learner records
- Competency assessments
- Attendance registers
- Training matrices (aligned with company policy and audit requirements)
- Use the Learning Management System (LMS) to:
- Assign learning content
- Monitor compliance
- Generate performance reports
- Track learner progress
- Support quality assurance by ensuring:
- All training documentation remains compliant and audit-ready
- Liaise with managers regarding:
- Training requirements
- Competency outcomes
- Compliance deadlines
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**Professional Development & Support”
- Keep current with:
- Relevant legislation
- Best training practices
- Learning technologies
- Required accreditations, including Proact-SCIPr-UK®, First Aid, and Mental Health First Aid
- Provide administrative support for:
- Training scheduling and bookings
- Resource organisation
- Correspondence management
Collaboration & Culture
- Work closely with the Lead Trainer and Learning & Development (L&D) team to:
- Develop curriculum content
- Foster a positive learning culture
Knowledge, Skills & Qualifications
Essential
- Minimum Level 3 Teaching/Training/Assessing qualification (or commitment to achieve)
- Experience:
- Designing, delivering, and evaluating learning programmes
- Using Learning Management Systems (LMS)
- Proficiency in:
- Microsoft Office
- Microsoft Teams
- Strong skills in:
- Organisation & time management
- Communication and stakeholder engagement
- Managing competing priorities while maintaining accuracy
Desirable
- Experience in the care sector
- Understanding of adult learning principles
- Effective training methodologies (e.g., andragogy; problem-based learning)
- Commitment to continuous professional development
Benefits
Choice Care offers an extensive benefits package designed to reward and support employees:
📚 Learning Academy – Free training:
- Adult Care Worker Level 2
- Lead Adult Care Worker Level 3
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🤝 Enhanced Holiday Entitlement – Starting at 30 days (inclusive of bank holidays)
⏺ Sick Pay Entitlement
💒 Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) – Comprehensive health and wellbeing support
📞 Refer a Friend Scheme – £500 bonus for successful referrals
❤️ Choiceversary Vouchers:
- £75 after 5 years
- £100 after 10 years
- £150 after 15 years
🎄 Christmas Bonus – Annual vouchers for all staff
💡 Life Insurance
🏆 Annual Staff Awards – Over 30 winners in the last year; each received £400
⭐ In-House Training Programmes:
- Advanced Management Development Programme (for experienced managers)
- Foundation Management Development Programme (for rising talent)
🎂 Paid Birthday Leave – 1 day off
🚨 Blue Light Card Elite Membership
🔄 Stream (financial wellbeing platform) – Tracks earnings, savings, and offers discounts, education, and flexible pay options
⚠ Note: Some benefits reliant on minimum service periods, e.g. apprenticeship funding
About Choice Care
Choice Care is the UK’s leading residential care provider for individuals with:
- Learning disabilities
- Autism
- Mental health conditions
Key Highlights: 🌟 Over 25 years’ experience in exceptional care 🐐 Top 100 Apprenticeship Employers for 2 consecutive years 🏆 High CQC ratings – consistently above industry standards
We foster a family-style environment – our homes offer: ❤️ Close-knit communities; like a supportive second family 🎨 Strong emphasis on individual expression and confidence-building 🗓 Balanced daily life with activities, outings, and social events
Location
- Base location: Midlands
- Travel required: May include visits to other care settings according to role demands
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