Trainer/Assessor

Role and Responsibilities

Trainers are responsible for the coordination of staff learning and development. They design and deliver training sessions to staff and assess knowledge to explore training needs and the effectiveness of existing sessions.

Responsibilities Include:

• Designing and delivering training where appropriate and commissioning training from external providers where necessary
• Assessing staff to ensure they have the right skills and knowledge for their roles
• Evaluating training sessions
• Keeping and monitoring training records for staff
• Supporting staff who are completing qualifications
• Identifying training needs of staff

Prior Requirements

Trainers must have completed the Care Certificate and any training identified for Care Staff.

Skills and Experience

You usually need to have some experience in a training or teaching role or a relevant qualification in a subject such as education or training.

It might also be useful to have some experience working in social care and health, and have a social care qualification such as a Diploma in Health & Social Care.