About this role
Job summary 32,000 per annum £6,000 per annum Car Allowance 40 hours per week Barchester Healthcare is a market leader in providing exceptional quality care to residents and patients across our rapidly expanding portfolio of 260 care homes and independent hospitals. Our Operational Trainers play a key part in ensuring the continued delivery of Good and Outstanding care, as they ensure every member of staff is confident and competent in their ability to work in a person centred and compassionate manner. Barchester's commitment to staff engagement and development has resulted in us being the only care provider in the UK to be accredited as one of the best companies to work for in 2019, 2020, and 2021. You will provide induction and development training to circa 4 homes across a specific region including Wokingham, Reading, and Bracknell. As one of the initial points of contact between Barchester and a new member of staff, our Trainers should demonstrate passion for their role and the Barchester ethos. This varied position will provide the opportunity to witness the skilled progression of staff from their fi
Main duties of the job Barchester Healthcare, a market leader in quality care, seeks an Operational Trainer who plays a vital role in maintaining Good and Outstanding care by ensuring staff are competent and compassionate. The role involves providing induction and development training across homes in specific regions including Wokingham, Reading, and Bracknell. Trainers serve as the first point of contact between Barchester and new staff, embodying the company's values. Responsibilities include practical training, planning training calendars, maintaining training files, and supporting new team members. This home-based position requires travel and a commitment to promoting Barchester's learning and development opportunities.
About us Barchester Healthcare is a renowned leader in providing high-quality care through an extensive network of over 260 care homes and independent hospitals across the UK. Known not only for its commitment to delivering exceptional resident and patient care, Barchester places a significant emphasis on staff engagement and development, achieving recognition as one of the best companies to work for in consecutive years from 2019 to 2021. The organisation's ethos centers around compassionate, person-centered care, with a focus on upholding the principles of respect and dignity in all interactions with residents, patients, and staff alike.
Job description Job responsibilities
32,000 per annum
£6,000 per annum Car Allowance
40 hours per week
Barchester Healthcare is a market leader in providing exceptional quality care to residents and patients across our rapidly expanding portfolio of 260 care homes and independent hospitals. Our Operational Trainers play a key part in ensuring the continued delivery of Good and Outstanding care, as they ensure every member of staff is confident and competent in their ability to work in a person centred and compassionate manner. Barchester's commitment to staff engagement and development has resulted in us being the only care provider in the UK to be accredited as one of the best companies to work for in 2019, 2020, and 2021.
You will provide induction and development training to circa 4 homes across a specific region including Wokingham, Reading, and Bracknell. As one of the initial points of contact between Barchester and a new member of staff, our Trainers should demonstrate passion for their role and the Barchester ethos. This varied position will provide the opportunity to witness the skilled progression of staff from their first day, throughout their Barchester career.
This is a home-based position that will involve travel around the region and locations mentioned above.
NEED TO HAVE
C&G 7300 (or equivalent)
Diploma level 3 in Health& Social Care or experience of working in social care sector
Working knowledge of legislative requirements in care sector
2 years training experience
Full UK driving licence and the flexibility to travel
NEED TO DO
Coordination and delivery of induction and development training against Barchester objectives and training statistics
Provide practical, hands on training across a variety of subjects
Plan and publish training calendars
Ensure employee training files are up to date
Observe workplace practice
Arrange induction paperwork and a buddy in advance of a new employee starting
Maintain regular contact with new team members, coaching and supporting where appropriate
Attend meetings and conferences external to the home where required
Promote learning and development opportunities that Barchester offer
Work with Home Managers to ensure the implementation of individual personal development plans
REWARDS PACKAGE
Competitive salary
Car Allowance, laptop, phone
Pension contribution and life cover
If you'd like to use your coaching and people skills in an organisation that provides the quality care you'd expect for your loved ones, this is an empowering and rewarding place to be.
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Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
C&G 7300 (or equivalent), Diploma level 3 in Health & Social Care or experience of working in social care sector, Working knowledge of legislative requirements in care sector, 2 years training experience, Full UK driving licence and the flexibility to travel
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details Employer name Barchester Healthcare
Address Barchester Healthcare
READING
RG31 5UG
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.barchester.com/ (Opens in a new tab)