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.
Main duties of the job Barchester Healthcare is a reputable organisation offering outstanding care to residents across its 260 care homes and independent hospitals. The role of an Operational Trainer is vital for ensuring the continuous delivery of high-quality care by training staff to be efficient and compassionate in their roles. This position involves coordinating and delivering induction and development training across various locations including Wokingham, Reading, and Bracknell. Trainers are expected to create an engaging and supportive learning environment for new staff members. Responsibilities include planning training schedules, maintaining training records, and supporting new team members, while being flexible to travel. Additionally, trainers should have a City & Guilds 7300 qualification or equivalent, a Diploma level 3 in Health & Social Care or relevant experience, and at least two years of training experience in the care sector. Benefits include a competitive salary, car allowance, laptop, phone, and pension contributions.
About us Barchester Healthcare is a leading provider of care and has been recognized as one of the best companies to work for in the UK in 2019, 2020, and 2021. The company prides itself on delivering exceptional quality care across its extensive portfolio of 260 care homes and independent hospitals. For Barchester Healthcare, staff development and engagement are of utmost importance as they ensure the delivery of compassionate and person-centred care. The organization encourages the development of its employees careers by offering valuable learning and development opportunities. Employee support is emphasized at Barchester, with operational trainers playing a key role in empowering new staff members through hands-on, practical training. Operating on values of quality care and employee satisfaction, Barchester Healthcare offers not only competitive salaries but also additional benefits like car allowances, technological support, and comprehensive life cover and pension schemes.
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 2 years training experience Full UK driving licence
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
Bracknell
RG42 1FW
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.barchester.com/ (Opens in a new tab)