Job responsibilities
We are looking for a Clinical Trainer to join our team at Cygnet.
Cygnet was established in 1988. Since then we have developed a wide range of health and social care services for young people and adults with mental health needs, acquired brain injuries, eating disorders, autism and learning disabilities within the UK.
The post holder will be responsible for the delivery of a range of clinical skills training across both the health and social care division of the company. Training will be for both registered professionals (nurses, OTs, etc.) and non-registered staff, such as support workers. Training will include subjects such as venepuncture, insulin administration, Peg and Naso-gastric feeding, administration of buccal midazolam, managing continence and wound care.
- To deliver a wide range of clinical skills training appropriate to the role being trained and in accordance with identified service requirements.
- Deliver training using a range of teaching methods that encourage participation and development of skills and knowledge.
- To deliver training in a range of formats, including virtual workshops where appropriate.
- To assess the skills and knowledge relevant to course content.
- Provide structured feedback to those that need additional coaching and have not met the required competency level within a classroom setting.
- Work cohesively and effectively with the wider members of the Learning and Development team.
- To liaise with the Resuscitation Lead and wider Learning and Development team to organise and plan the delivery of courses.
- To work with the Head of Learning and Development, Clinical Leads and Training Managers to promote a cohesive learning and development culture within Cygnet Health Care.
- To maintain current subject knowledge and competence, in line with Cygnet Health Care requirements.
- To maintain your own continuous professional development (CPD) and maintain a Trainer portfolio in addition to any professional portfolio, such as revalidation.
- To ensure the health, safety and wellbeing of all those attending training.
- To respect and adhere to the security arrangements if training at a Cygnet site.
- Manage the classroom environment to ensure equal and safe participation.
- To follow safeguarding processes and report to a service manager any reportable concerns brought to your attention during training
- Ensure any equipment used for training is available on demand, is clean and fit for purpose and that any damage or faults are identified and reported.
- Accurate completion and prompt submission of course administration using relevant systems.
- To work on ad hoc projects as directed by the Head of Learning and Development.
- Perform any other duties commensurate with these responsibilities, skills and qualifications of the post holder.
Why Cygnet? Well offer you
- An opening to undertake further learning with our excellent apprenticeship scheme
- Expert supervision & support
- Employee referral scheme
- Free Health Cash plan
- Enhanced maternity pay: 8 weeks full Pay, 18 weeks half Pay (Inclusive of SMP) followed by 13 weeks SMP.
- 24 hours free GP support line
- Free life assurance cover
- Free eye tests
- Car lease discounts
- Discounted gym membership
- Free mortgage broker and Insurance cover
- Pension scheme
- Employee NHS - discount savings & Cycle to Work scheme
- Smart Health Toolkit- Providing you with Fitness Programmes, Nutrition consultation and Health checks
Ready to make a positive change?Please click on the apply now link below or send your CV to VickyLinstead@cygnethealth.co.uk
Due to limits on sponsorship allocations, we are not currently in a position to offer sponsorship to new candidates for these roles, this remains under review.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.