Job summary
It is a very exciting time to be working in the drug and alcohol field, with significant new career opportunities opening up.
The Alcohol and Drug Service (ADS), through Generis, have an exciting career opportunity for someone with existing experience, knowledge and skills working in the substance misuse field, who would like to use these skills in a different way.
If you would like to train and develop others to work within substance misuse, and help shape the future of the field for the next generation, you could be the person we're looking for.
Main duties of the job
The main duties and capabilities of somebody in this role are as follows:
- To train for 12 months to achieve and demonstrate through academic qualification, mentoring, appraisal and practice the competencies required to develop and deliver high quality, engaging training to a wide variety of individuals and organisations.
- Under supervision, deliver training to internal and external learners, face-to-face and virtually.
- Assist in the development of new initiatives and new ways of working, including new training programmes and other learning resources.
About us
The Alcohol and Drug Service (ADS) are a registered charity who have been transforming the lives of people affected by drug and alcohol misuse for over 40 years.
Generis are a specialist training and development department of ADS, delivering accredited and bespoke training packages to internal and external candidates.
You would be joining ADS and Generis at a time of exciting and fast-growing change. We have just invested in a world-class training platform to make sure we're ready to support the delivery of the existing range of qualifications we offer, and to develop more to be able to support the delivery of high-quality services.
Salary during Traineeship is £23,959 per annum. Upon successful completion, the salary range will be £24,567 - £30,088 p/a depending on experience.
Benefits of this job include:
- Generous annual leave: 29 days per annum, rising to 31 days after 2 years' service and 34 after 5 years; plus public holidays.
- Attractive Pension Package (6% employer contribution)
- Health Scheme
- Training opportunities in line with the personalised learning and development plan
- Enhanced sick pay
Working at ADS is more than a job, it's an investment of time to make a difference to the lives of people with substance misuse issues and their families. The ADS is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity. We promote the equal treatment of potential and existing employees and service users.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This is initially a Trainee position, but there is opportunity for progression after completion of 12 months' training.
Over 12 months, you will learn and develop the
skills necessary to become a Substance Misuse Trainer, including:
- Delivering training both face-to-face and virtually, using an online
training portal for the latter.
- Providing an effective learning environment for all learners, through
identification and incorporation of Varied Learning Styles, as well as
consideration of additional learning needs and/or disabilities.
- Positively influencing and motivating learners, enabling them to meet
and exceed their potential.
- Assessing learners' progress using a variety of assessment methods.
- Preparing and delivering programmes of training for other members of
staff, internal and external learners, and service users.
- Supporting the verification process with accreditation bodies such as
Gateway and the Skills Education Group for training delivered.
- Working with other members of the Generis team to continually evaluate
the training programmes offered using Employer, Stakeholder and Learner
feedback.
As this is a Trainee position, formal training is
part of the role, with courses including:
- Level 3 Award in Education and Training (Formerly PTLLS).
- Health and Safety.
- Steroid Awareness.
- Current Issues in Novel Psychoactive Substance Misuse.
- Level 2 Drug Awareness.
- Level 2 Alcohol Awareness.
- Level 2 Understanding Boundaries and Confidentiality.
- Level 2 Equal Opportunities, Prejudice & Discrimination.
You will have regular
one-to-one Supervision sessions with your Line Manager, developing a personal
training and development plan as you progress. In addition to this, you
will produce a portfolio of evidence to demonstrate the competencies required
of the role of Trainer.
Additional duties outside of Training include:
- Ensuring that ADS Health and Safety Policies and Procedures are adhered
to.
- During working hours, ensuring all possible steps are taken to ensure
the safety of staff and learners.
- Keeping up to date with developments and new initiatives within the health and social care and substance misuse fields.
- Familiarising yourself with the ADS Safeguarding Policy in order to safeguard and promote the health and wellbeing of children, young people, and adults.You must know the signs and symptoms of abuse, and what to do if any such concerns are raised.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This is initially a Trainee position, but there is opportunity for progression after completion of 12 months' training.
Over 12 months, you will learn and develop the
skills necessary to become a Substance Misuse Trainer, including:
- Delivering training both face-to-face and virtually, using an online
training portal for the latter.
- Providing an effective learning environment for all learners, through
identification and incorporation of Varied Learning Styles, as well as
consideration of additional learning needs and/or disabilities.
- Positively influencing and motivating learners, enabling them to meet
and exceed their potential.
- Assessing learners' progress using a variety of assessment methods.
- Preparing and delivering programmes of training for other members of
staff, internal and external learners, and service users.
- Supporting the verification process with accreditation bodies such as
Gateway and the Skills Education Group for training delivered.
- Working with other members of the Generis team to continually evaluate
the training programmes offered using Employer, Stakeholder and Learner
feedback.
As this is a Trainee position, formal training is
part of the role, with courses including:
- Level 3 Award in Education and Training (Formerly PTLLS).
- Health and Safety.
- Steroid Awareness.
- Current Issues in Novel Psychoactive Substance Misuse.
- Level 2 Drug Awareness.
- Level 2 Alcohol Awareness.
- Level 2 Understanding Boundaries and Confidentiality.
- Level 2 Equal Opportunities, Prejudice & Discrimination.
You will have regular
one-to-one Supervision sessions with your Line Manager, developing a personal
training and development plan as you progress. In addition to this, you
will produce a portfolio of evidence to demonstrate the competencies required
of the role of Trainer.
Additional duties outside of Training include:
- Ensuring that ADS Health and Safety Policies and Procedures are adhered
to.
- During working hours, ensuring all possible steps are taken to ensure
the safety of staff and learners.
- Keeping up to date with developments and new initiatives within the health and social care and substance misuse fields.
- Familiarising yourself with the ADS Safeguarding Policy in order to safeguard and promote the health and wellbeing of children, young people, and adults.You must know the signs and symptoms of abuse, and what to do if any such concerns are raised.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Relevant experience in the Substance Misuse field, and a knowledge of substances and their effects.
- Experience in working with vulnerable people, and a commitment to safeguarding their health and welfare.
- Basic IT Competency.
- Experience in using Microsoft Office products, particularly PowerPoint.
- Experience using virtual platforms such as Microsoft Teams and Zoom, including presenting via these platforms.
Desirable
- If experienced in the Substance Misuse field, a knowledge and understanding of issues facing substance misusers.
- Experience in training delivery and development, including both accredited and bespoke courses.
- Experience in assisting in preparing and delivering training programmes.
- Experience in dealing with challenging learners.
Qualifications
Essential
- Level 3 Tackling Substance Misuse qualification or equivalent.
- GCSE or equivalent in Maths and English.
Knowledge, Skills and Attributes
Essential
- A confident, enthusiastic and positive demeanour.
- Great interpersonal skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- A conscientious attitude.
- Ability to work with learners of all ages at mixed levels of ability.
- Ability to motivate and inspire learners.
- Presentation skills.
- Excellent organisational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks in order to meet deadlines.
- Reliability and adaptability.
- Ability to work flexibly when required, travelling effectively and in a timely manner.
Desirable
- Knowledge and understanding of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
- Knowledge of Equality and Diversity.
- Ability to analyse and communicate complex information to a range of people.
- Ability to maintain professional boundaries.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Relevant experience in the Substance Misuse field, and a knowledge of substances and their effects.
- Experience in working with vulnerable people, and a commitment to safeguarding their health and welfare.
- Basic IT Competency.
- Experience in using Microsoft Office products, particularly PowerPoint.
- Experience using virtual platforms such as Microsoft Teams and Zoom, including presenting via these platforms.
Desirable
- If experienced in the Substance Misuse field, a knowledge and understanding of issues facing substance misusers.
- Experience in training delivery and development, including both accredited and bespoke courses.
- Experience in assisting in preparing and delivering training programmes.
- Experience in dealing with challenging learners.
Qualifications
Essential
- Level 3 Tackling Substance Misuse qualification or equivalent.
- GCSE or equivalent in Maths and English.
Knowledge, Skills and Attributes
Essential
- A confident, enthusiastic and positive demeanour.
- Great interpersonal skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- A conscientious attitude.
- Ability to work with learners of all ages at mixed levels of ability.
- Ability to motivate and inspire learners.
- Presentation skills.
- Excellent organisational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks in order to meet deadlines.
- Reliability and adaptability.
- Ability to work flexibly when required, travelling effectively and in a timely manner.
Desirable
- Knowledge and understanding of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
- Knowledge of Equality and Diversity.
- Ability to analyse and communicate complex information to a range of people.
- Ability to maintain professional boundaries.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
