Trainer - Social Care at Orchard Residential Care

Ireland, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

06 Aug, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

08 May, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Training Delivery, Social Care, TCI Programme, Three Pillars Programme, Regulatory Compliance, Workforce Planning, Training Needs Analysis, Record Keeping, IT Literacy, Communication Skills, Manual Handling, First Aid

Industry

Civic and Social Organizations

Description

About the Role Orchard Residential Care offers medium to long term residential care for young people aged between 8 and 18 who cannot live in their own homes. Our homes offer a physically safe place for young people to be supported and move forward with their lives. We have a commitment is to provide the best possible care and outcomes for children and young people in a range of settings and locations, across Sligo, Leitrim, Roscommon, Westmeath and Cavan. About the Role As the dedicated in-house Trainer for our Orchard Residential Care team, you will plan and deliver mandatory training across all our services, including the TCI & Three Pillars programmes in line with regulatory requirements and business needs. The role holder will also: Report on compliance with registration standards as required Ensure all training aligns with the regulations set out by TUSLA and other relevant bodies Maintain accurate training records for all staff, ensuring all are maintained to inspection and registration standards Advise Senior Management of any changes to the training we provide, particularly those required to meet evolving legislative or regulatory requirements. Plan and deliver other mandatory training (including manual handling, first aid and other relevant training) in line with workforce planning. Work with different departments to identify training needs and develop strategies to address skill gaps. Support in sourcing relevant opportunities for Continuous Professional Development and specialised training on an ongoing basis. Essential Requirements Candidates must hold a qualification at Level 7 or above that meets the criteria to be registered as a Social Care Worker with CORU Have at least 3 years’ full-time relevant experience of working at social care grade with children/young people, with at least one of these 3 years’ experience at Team Leader level or above Highly IT literate with excellent communication skills Full driving license with eligibility to drive in Ireland and access to a vehicle for business use Have full eligibility and availability to work with us without sponsorship Desirable Requirements: Previous experience as a Trainer in a similar role Hold a relevant Train the trainer qualification Support to Qualification The successful post holder will be required to undertake the relevant training and development to become a certified trainer for the role and commit to CPD to ensure standards are upheld. The company will cover the cost of such training and certification. IND Benefits to working with Company Fully funded job relevant training Monday to Friday hybrid working model Competitive salary Income protection policy Orchard Values Champion Awards 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays Excellent staffing ratio’s EAP Scheme Bike to Work Scheme Dedicated team and access to a knowledgeable Multidisciplinary team About us The Orchard Care Group is a wholly Irish owned company dedicated to providing the best possible care, supports and outcomes for children, young people, and adults in Ireland across a range of settings and locations, in fostering, disability and mainstream residential services. The Group brings together three leading brands in Irish social care – Orchard Residential, Orchard Community Care and Orchard Fostering.

Responsibilities

Plan and deliver mandatory training, including TCI and Three Pillars programmes, to ensure compliance with TUSLA and other regulatory standards. Maintain accurate training records and collaborate with departments to identify skill gaps and professional development opportunities.