Trainer (social care) – Permanent – Full Time – .
ID: 330155Job Specialism: PeopleLocation: .Salary: 31103Closing Date: Sunday, 22nd November 2026
About the role
We are looking for an enthusiastic and engaging Trainer (Social Care) to join our Learning and Development team at Sense.This is a fantastic opportunity to use your knowledge of adult social care to deliver meaningful, high-quality training that helps our colleagues develop their skills, grow in confidence and provide the very best support to disabled people with complex needs.
Reporting to our Learning and Development Manager, you will deliver a range of mandatory and specialist training to colleagues across Sense, with a particular focus on our adult social care services.
You will deliver training both face-to-face and online, adapting your approach to suit different audiences and learning needs. You’ll also work closely with managers, operational teams and subject specialists to ensure our learning opportunities are relevant, accessible and effective.
Key responsibilities
Delivering engaging, high-quality mandatory and specialist training across our social care services, both in person and online.
Supporting colleagues to develop the knowledge, confidence and practical skills needed to deliver safe, effective and person-centred support.
Working with managers and operational teams to identify learning needs and coordinate appropriate training.
Reviewing and developing learning materials, presentations and resources to ensure they remain accurate, accessible and aligned with current legislation and best practice.
Supporting the coordination of external training and ensuring sessions are delivered effectively.
Maintaining course information on our Learning Management System and supporting colleagues with access to online learning.
Reviewing attendance, learner feedback and training evaluations to identify opportunities for improvement.
Contributing to wider Learning and Development projects and initiatives that support continuous improvement across Sense.
About you
We are looking for someone who combines practical adult social care knowledge with excellent training and facilitation skills.You will be confident delivering learning to a range of audiences, able to build positive relationships and passionate about helping others develop.
You will have:
A Level 3 or above qualification in Health and Social Care, or relevant experience working in adult social care, with a good understanding of legislation, regulation and best practice.
A training qualification at Level 3 or above, or a suitable equivalent.
Experience delivering engaging face-to-face and online training, including specialist adult social care subjects.
Experience contributing to the development and improvement of learning materials.
Strong communication, presentation and facilitation skills, with the ability to adapt your approach to different learning needs.
Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines.
Confidence using IT systems, online learning platforms and Microsoft Office applications.
A commitment to inclusive learning, continuous improvement and the values of Sense.
Experience delivering training in areas such as moving and handling, medication, epilepsy awareness or Care Certificate standards would be particularly beneficial.
Most importantly, you’ll be someone who enjoys supporting others to learn and can bring energy, enthusiasm and practical experience to every training session.
Location and travel
This is a homebased role with significant travel across the South of England, delivering face-to-face training at Sense locations.
There will also be some travel to other parts of England, Wales and Northern Ireland, with regular overnight stays required.
As this role involves a high level of in-person training delivery, you’ll need to be comfortable travelling frequently and working flexibly to meet the needs of our services.
About Sense
We believe that every disabled person should have the opportunity to connect with others and be included in the world. We use our knowledge and expertise to deliver personalised, creative and flexible support at every stage of life. Sense is proud to be adisability confident leader.
Working at Sense can be incredibly rewarding; we offer the opportunity to work in a large, diverse and successful charity where people can develop their skills, knowledge and careers in a supportive and flexible environment. In addition, we have excellent training and development, the opportunity for you to join our Group Personal Pension scheme and a generous annual leave entitlement.
Our Values
Our values shape the way we behave and work alongside disabled people with complex needs to break down barriers:
- Were creating change
- Were always learning
- Were better together
To apply
Please use the link below to complete your application. Managers will use your application to shortlist candidates for interview; in relation to the Personal Specification. Therefore, it is very important you complete this section thoroughly. We would recommend that you read the candidate guidelines, job description and person specification (found at the base of this advert) before applying.
Please note to avoid disappointment, we advise you to submit your application as soon as possible as we reserve the right to close posts at any time.
If you require any further assistance, please contact the Recruitment Team on 0121 393 4529 or recruitment@sense.org.uk
Sense is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable children and adults and expects all employees to share this commitment. Therefore, all offers of employment, where appropriate, are subject to a DBS check; level dependent on the nature of the role.
For this role we particularly welcome applications from candidates from underrepresented ethnic minority backgrounds and candidates with disabilities. Sense is committed to equality of opportunity, and to promoting and celebrating the diversity of staff, volunteers and the people we work with. Everyone’s contribution is valued and we ensure they’re given the opportunity to realise their potential. We welcome applications from talented people from all sections of the community who share our values and belief that no one, no matter how complex their disabilities, should be isolated, left out, or unable to fulfil their potential. For more information please visit: https://www.sense.org.uk/about-us/equality-and-diversity/
No agency submissions please: any submissions without prior authorisation from the Sense Recruitment Team will be treated as our own and as such no fee will be payable.
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