Trainer Social care. Job in Northampton Education & Training Jobs

Canto Learning; Northampton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution specializing in social care training is seeking a full-time Trainer to work with adult students. The role involves planning and delivering sessions, providing pastoral support, and maintaining a positive learning environment. Suitable candidates will hold a GCSE in Maths and English, have a full driving license, and ideally have prior experience in training or working with learning disabilities.

Benefits

Company pension

Cycle to work scheme

Free parking

Employee benefits programme

Sick pay

Qualifications

• Able to adopt the ethos of CANTO and work with people with learning difficulties.
• Full driving licence required.
• Experience working with people with learning disabilities is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver various sessions for adult social care students.
• Provide pastoral support for a small group of students.
• Commit to continuous professional development (CPD).
• Maintain a clean and welcoming environment.

Skills

Team player

Initiative

Flexibility

Proactive approach

ICT skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

GCSE or equivalent in Maths and English

Relevant training or qualifications at Level 2 or above

Job description

Job Title: Trainer (Social care)

Location: Northampton, NN3 8HZ

Salary: £13.18 - £14.16 an hour

Job type: Full Time, Permanent. This role if full time: Monday - Thursday 8.30-16.30, Friday 8.30-15.30. 52 weeks per year

About Us

CANTO was established in 1992 to provide training and personal development for individuals with Learning Difficulties and/or Behavioural Issues. Over this period of time we have become recognised as a specialist provider, particularly with young people with medium to severe learning difficulties. Our mission statement is: To work effectively and co-operatively with individuals who live with challenges arising from learning, behavioural, emotional and social difficulties, to progress their personal development, abilities, skills and qualifications. Staff are required to be in tune with our mission statement and keep it in focus at all times when undertaking their role. Sessions are undertaken in functional skills, practical projects, drama, art, music, cooking, animal care, gardening, ICT and other activities aimed at building independence, developing social and personal skills. Students also undertake work placements both in our college and in external companies. Staff also plan activity days and community placements to further enhance their learning experience and helping them to reach their potential.

Main Duties

Plan and deliver sessions to a variety of students on the adult social care provision. Sessions should be varied and meaningful and give students opportunities to build their knowledge and skills.

You will also be required to: Be a keyworker to a small group of students and provide pastoral support. To be pro‑active in setting targets for them and monitoring their progress. To provide feedback for student reviews. Transport students as required. To commit to CPD including internal and external training as required. To attend weekly team meetings. To maintain a clean and welcoming environment at all times. To undertake other duties as requested by the Senior Leadership Team to further enhance the learning experience for those attending the college.

Candidates should be

• Able to adopt the CANTO ethos and be committed to work with people with learning difficulties and assisting them in reaching their potential.
• Be able to show initiative
• Able to proactively promote the ethos through maintaining a positive learning environment.
• A team player
• Flexible in their approach to fit in with constantly changing timetables.
• Able to generate mutual respect between both students and staff
• Hold a GCSE or equivalent in both Maths and English
• A good standard of ICT skills.
• A full driving licence

Candidates would ideally have

• Relevant training or qualifications at Level 2 or above.
• Experience of working in a training environment and in particular in the specified areas of delivery.
• Experience of working with people with learning disabilities.

Benefits

• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Free parking
• Employee benefits programme
• On‑site parking
• Sick pay

How to Apply

Interested candidates are invited to submit their CV, detailing their relevant experience and qualifications. Once we receive your CV, you will be emailed an application form to complete with details of next steps/where to return. It is essential this is done in order for your application to be considered.

Candidates with the experience or relevant job titles of: SEN Training Specialist, SEN Training and Development Specialist, SEN Learning and SEN Development Specialist, will also be considered for this role.