Facilitating Trainer For Oliver McGowan Training

Dynamiccollege; Sussex (WI); Hybrid; USD 49,891; Part time

Job summary

Dynamiccollege is seeking a Facilitating Trainer for the Oliver McGowan project to deliver training on learning disabilities and autism across Sussex. This role involves direct engagement with health and social care professionals and collaboration with expert co-trainers, ensuring a supportive training environment.

The ideal candidate will have specialist knowledge in L&D, relevant certifications, and strong communication skills. The position offers a freelance contract with a day rate of £200 plus expenses.

Qualifications

• Specialist knowledge/experience in Learning and Development (L&D).
• Evidence of continuing professional development.
• Excellent understanding of learning disabilities and autism.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality training on learning disabilities and autism.
• Collaborate with co-trainers and support their development.
• Engage with the project team to promote best practices.

Skills

Exceptional verbal and written communication skills

Strong organisational skills

Proficient in using IT tools

Experience in co‑facilitating training sessions

Education

CIPD qualification in training or L&D

Oliver McGowan Facilitating Trainer certification

Relevant teaching qualification

Tools

PowerPoint

Job description

Across Sussex

Job Title: Facilitating Trainer – Oliver McGowan Tier 2 delivery

Reports To: Head of Apprenticeships and Commercial

Hours: full day of delivery, up to 4 days per week, when needed.

Contract: Freelance

Locations: Remote worker with frequent travel to employer’s premises across Sussex.

Salary: Day rate of £200 plus expenses.

Job Summary

The Facilitating Trainer is a vital member of the Oliver McGowan Project Team, responsible for delivering training on learning disabilities and autism to health and social care professionals across Dynamic Training's customer base. This role involves building rapport and communication lines with co‑trainers who have lived experience, ensuring an inclusive and impactful training environment.

Main Duties

• Deliver high-quality training on learning disabilities and autism to health and social care staff across various organisations.
• Collaborate with experts by lived experience co‑trainers, ensuring co‑trainers are mentored and effectively ready for delivery.
• Engage with the Dynamic Training Oliver McGowan Project Team to strengthen capability and promote best practices within client organisations.

Key Responsibilities

• Role model exemplary behaviour in terms of conduct, attitude, and performance while delivering the Oliver McGowan Mandatory Training on Learning Disability and Autism and as a representative of Dynamic Training.
• Effectively support experts by lived experience co‑trainers, ensuring they are fully included and supported in the delivery of the sessions, helping them develop skills and confidence.
• Provide reasonable adjustments to support the individual needs of the training teams prior to, during, and after training sessions.
• Maintain registration as an NHS England‑accredited Oliver McGowan Mandatory Trainer by attending any required mandated training and standardisation to remain current.
• Support the Oliver McGowan training teams in the preparation of training sessions and the post‑session review/improvement cycle and updates to ensure high‑quality training delivery.
• Lead Oliver McGowan Mandatory training sessions – Tier 2.
• Ensure the safety and confidence of training participants and the training team in their surroundings, acting on safeguarding and health and safety concerns in line with organisational policies.
• Understand the “Train the Trainer” information regarding legal aspects, keeping up to date with current and emerging thinking in health and social care practice, learning disability and autism, laws of consent (UK), The Mental Capacity Act 2005, The Human Rights Act 1998, The Autism Act 2009, Do Not Attempt Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (DNACPR) case law, Learning Disabilities Mortality Review (LeDeR), and other associated data.
• Understand and respond to a range of complex queries and challenges from delegates during training, identifying the correct response from the most up‑to‑date material available.

Person Specification

Experience, Qualifications and Education

• Specialist knowledge/experience in Learning and Development (L&D).
• Appropriate qualification in training or L&D (e.g., CIPD).
• Oliver McGowan Facilitating Trainer certified for Tier 2 delivery.
• Evidence of continuing professional development.
• Relevant teaching qualification (e.g., Diploma in Teaching in the Lifelong Learning Sector).

Experience

• Excellent understanding of learning disabilities and autism, including current issues and relevant legislation.
• Up‑to‑date knowledge of training methodologies and facilitation techniques.
• Proven experience in delivering effective training for health and social care professionals.

Skills and Abilities

• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to influence and engage diverse audiences.
• Strong organisational skills.
• Proficient in using IT tools, including PowerPoint, for training delivery.
• Experience in co‑facilitating training sessions with individuals who have lived experience.

Personal Qualities

• Ability to communicate effectively and respectfully with all staff levels and external stakeholders.
• A commitment to supporting others and contributing to team goals.
• Flexibility in working hours to meet the needs of the role, including occasional travel and potential evening and overnight stays.

Contact: Email: [e-mail]
Phone: [phone]

To apply, please contact Margaret Barker with your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your experience with learning disabilities and autism.