Training Facilitator

Job Title: Training Facilitator

Location: Our central office is in Islington, a 10 minute walk from Highbury & Islington station. Hybrid role with at least two days in the office or at services. Step free access is not available at all locations.

Salary: £30,900

Shift Pattern: 12 month fixed term contract, 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday 09:00 - 17:00. You may be required to work outside these hours and days as required.  

About the role

We have an exciting opportunity for a Training Facilitator to join our Talent Development team at SIG! You’ll plan and deliver practical, engaging training sessions for staff, residents, participants, and external partners, both in person and online. Key topics include de escalation, conflict management, team building, grief and bereavement, housing/independent living, employability, confidence, self esteem, and resilience.

In this role, you'll:

• Manage the full training cycle from planning and delivery to record keeping and administration.
• Understand the needs of care staff and create positive learning experiences.
• Make content practical and engaging, promoting inclusivity and safeguarding.
• Adapt delivery to suit learners from diverse backgrounds, addressing skills gaps and acting on feedback.
• Deliver training across various locations, including London and other UK sites.

About you

We are looking for an enthusiastic and confident trainer to support the development and delivery of practical, engaging training across our organisation. You will be proactive, passionate about continuous learning, and able to deliver training tailored to all stakeholders.

You should have:

• Relevant experience in a similar organisation and training role.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and training schedules in a fast paced environment.
• Knowledge of Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion, and the ability to share best practice.
• Sensitivity and professionalism when supporting individuals with different needs.
• Understanding of different cultures, self awareness, and openness to feedback for personal growth.
• Ability to create a safe and open learning environment.
• Skills to turn theory into practical, applied learning.
• IT proficiency, including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and the ability to learn new software.
• Alignment with our values: Ambition, Empowerment, Inclusivity, and Transparency.

Please refer to the JDPS attached for more details on the vacancy and our requirements/key criteria.

What we offer

• 25 days (Full time equivalent) annual leave, increasing with the length of service
• Employer Pension Contribution
• Eligibility to register with Blue Light Discount Card
• Access to discounted tickets for music events, shows, sports and more
• Reflective Practice regular sessions with a therapist provided by an external provider to support Mental Health and Wellbeing at work
• Training and Development, including access to courses, upskilling, and progression plans
• Employee Assistance Programme, including counselling
• Life Assurance Scheme
• Cycle-to-work scheme
• Annual Staff Awards
• EDI Ambassador programme

About Social Interest Group (SIG)

SIG is a not-for-profit organisation providing thousands of people with good-quality support and care in residential, drop-in centres, community floating support settings, probation settings, and hospitals. We do so across London, Brighton, Bedfordshire, Luton, Kent and Liverpool. Our goal is to transform lives through empowering change. 

We believe good care and support improves lives with the vision to create healthier, safer, and more inclusive communities. Join us on our mission to empower independence through trauma-informed solutions and dynamic partnerships that keep people out of prison, out of hospital, and off the streets.
Want to know how we work? Watch our short Theory of Change video to see how we support people towards a brighter future: Theory of Change Further details can be found on our website here: Theory of Change - Social Interest Group - Social Interest Group. 

Additional Information

Please note that this job advert may close early due to screening applications on an ongoing basis. We advise applying as soon as possible for your application to be taken into consideration at the early stages.

Please note that as part of our process, we complete an enhanced DBS check, some roles may require further vetting. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds. If you have any questions regarding this, please contact us on the details below. 

For Recruitment related enquiries, or if you need support with making your application for example due to learning needs or a disability, please email recruitment@socialinterestgroup.org.uk or call our central office on 020 3668 9270 to request a call back. Please note that this will take you through to our Central Administration team, who will then communicate your enquiry with us and we will arrange to call you back. 

Unfortunately, we are unable to provide sponsorship, please ensure you have full right to work in the UK prior to applying to our positions. 

Additional information on our company policies including Gender Pay, Equality and Diversity, Company Benefits and our Candidate Privacy Policy can be found on our website.

Training Facilitator | Learning and Development (L&D) Trainer | Skills Trainer | Staff Trainer | Workplace Trainer | Learning Facilitator | Training delivery | Workshop facilitation | Programme design | Training development | Staff development | eLearning / online training | Practical training | Applied learning | Group training | Coaching and mentoring | Learning needs analysis | Curriculum development | Care sector / social care | Health and social care training | Residential services | Community services | Forensic mental health training | Communication skills | Engagement skills | Teamwork | Adaptability | Inclusivity | Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) | Empathy | Professionalism |

Closing Date

02-11-2025

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