Trainer

Annual salary: up to £19,747.00 Mears Care is part of the Mears Group (PLC) and are one of the UK’s leading providers of home care and support delivering high quality care. We have over 180 branches nationwide, provide care for over 40 000 older and disabled people with 17 000 well trained and dedicated staff. As a business where people and care are at the heart of what we do, you will be part of a growing care team. You’ll join them in in their mission to develop and train the next generation of our future healthcare experts. At Mears the opportunity for growth is as big as your ambition. We offer a comprehensive training and development programme as well as excellent opportunities to grow within our business. About the Role: • Carrying out training needs assessment interviews with staff. • Carrying out spot checks as a means of identifying training needs. • Liaising with co-ordinators in organising staff attendance at training courses. • Delivering 'Skills for Care' induction, 'Safe Moving and Handling' and other training courses in the branch. • Arranging training courses with suitably qualified and approved external training providers as necessary. • Maintaining accurate and up to date training records. • To conform to the UKHCA Code of Professional Conduct in relation to the operation of the Home Care Service. • Keeping own training in relevant areas up to date. In this role, you’ll support the training and development of the business. You’ll be responsible for making sure our people have everything they need to do their very best work. About You: • Have experience in adult social care. • Hold Preparing to Teach in the Lifelong Sector certificate or equivalent and be willing to complete this qualification if not already in possession. • Be friendly and professional, demonstrating caring values leading by example. • Be flexible in meeting the needs of the business. • A full driving licence, valid to drive in the UK with access to your own transport. • You will be required to cover the training needs of the Rotherham branch and Leeds branch. • You may also be required to cover other branches in order to meet the needs of the business. Mears Benefits: • Full initial training to include our Employment Assessment Workshop to completion of the Care Certificate at 12 weeks. • At six months you will be offered a fully funded QCF level 2 in Health and Social Care. • Flexible hours with part time options & guaranteed hours available. • 28 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays. • Access to Mears Rewards giving you discounts on various high street brands, household bills, holidays and more. • Excellent career progression opportunities. Ready to help train UKs best care workers? Then follow the application process and the In-House Recruitment team will be in touch.