Violence Prevention and Reduction (VPR) Trainer

University College London Hospital; City Of London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS Trust in London is seeking a VPR Trainer to deliver training for assault avoidance and restraint. The role involves developing materials and building relationships with various stakeholders. Ideal candidates have a VPR training background and hold educational qualifications for effective training delivery. This position offers a flexible working environment.

Benefits

Flexible working opportunities

Qualifications

• Preferably working towards or holding NFPS accreditation.
• Demonstrated ability to deliver high-quality training.
• Effective communication skills with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Deliver classroom training for assault avoidance and restraint.
• Provide instruction and guidance to staff.
• Develop materials to meet service needs.

Skills

VPR training background

Ability to build effective relationships

Education

Educational qualifications for training delivery

Job description

Overview

University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH) is seeking a Violence Prevention and Reduction (VPR) Trainer within the Chief Nurse division. This post is an excellent opportunity for an experienced professional with an interest in violence reduction within a healthcare setting. You will report to the VPR Lead Trainer and will be responsible for training delivery of assault avoidance and restraint training. In this role, you will be expected to deliver training in the classroom to a minimum of 3 days per week.

We are looking for a specific set of skills and qualifications to meet the needs of the service. The successful applicant will preferably come from a VPR training background, working towards or hold National Federation of Personal Safety (NFPS) accreditation. You will also hold educational qualifications to deliver high quality training and advice to all staff.

In addition to working with your line manager, you will demonstrate the ability to build effective working relationships with clinical and non-clinical leads, subject matter experts and a range of external stakeholders.

UCLH provides academically led acute and specialist services, and our vision is to deliver top-quality patient care, excellent education, and world-class research.

Responsibilities

• Deliver classroom training for assault avoidance and restraint; provide instruction and guidance to relevant staff.
• Deliver training in the classroom to a minimum of 3 days per week.
• Develop and adapt materials to meet service needs and ensure high-quality training delivery.
• Collaborate with clinical and non-clinical leads, subject matter experts and external stakeholders to support service delivery.

Qualifications and Skills

• Preferably with a VPR training background, working towards or holding NFPS accreditation.
• Educational qualifications appropriate for delivering high-quality training and advice to staff.
• Ability to build effective working relationships with a range of stakeholders.

About UCLH

• UCLH is one of the most complex NHS trusts in the UK, serving a large and diverse population.
• We provide academically led acute and specialist services to local, national and international patients.
• Our eight main sites include:
• • University College Hospital (including the Elizabeth Garrett Anderson Wing)
  • National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery
  • Royal London ENT and Eastman Dental Hospitals
  • University College Hospital Grafton Way Building
  • Royal London Hospital for Integrated Medicine
  • University College Hospital Macmillan Cancer Centre
  • The Hospital for Tropical Diseases
  • University College Hospital at Westmoreland Street

We are dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of many complex illnesses and specialise in women’s health and a broad range of conditions. UCLH offers world-class support services including critical care, imaging, nuclear medicine and pathology.

For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.

Benefits and Information

Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff. UCLH recognises the benefits of flexible working for staff.

This advert closes on Wednesday 15 Oct 2025.