Job Introduction
Training Facilitator
My Options: Activity Wellbeing and Care Services
Grade: Scale 5
Contracted Hours: 24 inc evenings and weekends
“Be aspirational and think beyond the obvious to enable people to reach their full potential”
Are you passionate about breaking down barriers to support people to live a more independent and fulfilling life?
We are currently looking for a highly motivated person to join our successful team, to deliver excellent training in the community.
In this exciting role, the post holder will work with the service’s management team to develop and deliver high quality training and development for our teams.
You will be able to demonstrate being proactive in your approach to support and a willingness to adapt and change as we develop with new innovations and challenges within the sector.
What you will receive from us
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Generous rates of pay
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Expert training, that you will be paid to do and opportunities to develop your skills. You
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will also receive a certificate for the training you complete.
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A full induction, excellent support and ongoing supervision
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The opportunity to progress within our team
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Free DBS
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Refer A Friend Scheme - £150 for every friend you successfully refer to us
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The opportunity to join a team that is fully committed to support people to live a more independent and fulfilling life.
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Annual pay increments within your grade
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23 days annual leave rising to 31 days with service and 8 bank holidays, plus an additional concessionary day
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Enhanced sick pay scheme, maternity/adoption leave pay and maternity support leave,
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Salary sacrifice schemes including childcare vouchers, car lease scheme, health care schemes and safe and secure savings accounts
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Access to local benefits and discounts on products and services, these include discounts on national attractions such a theme parks and discounted travel.
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A truly rewarding career
Who we’re looking for
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Someone who is passionate about developing others and making a positive difference to the quality of care and support provided to people.
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Someone who is committed to the role, recognising that effective training directly impacts the lives of individuals using our services and their families.
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Someone who is proactive, creative, and able to design and deliver engaging learning experiences that build staff confidence, competence, and person-centred practice.
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Someone who is flexible and adaptable, able to respond to changing service needs, continuously improve training provision, and tailor learning approaches to meet a diverse workforce.
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Someone who can build positive, professional, and trusting relationships with staff, enabling them to feel supported, motivated, and confident in their roles.
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Someone who can influence practice positively by modelling best practice, encouraging reflection, and embedding a strong learning culture.
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Someone who is committed to their own professional development and to supporting the continuous development of others across the service.
About Us
My Options - Activity Wellbeing and Care Services is part of Telford & Wrekin Council and provides a wide range of person-centred support to over 350 people to vulnerable people of all ages and abilities.
We currently provide a wide range of services including; Community Activity and Wellbeing, services, Community support for those people living in their own or shared accommodation. Our services also include a very successful Shared Lives Scheme, a range of services for children and young people and The Skills and Enterprise Hub, where people can develop their skills and confidence as part of their stepping stone to work.
As part of the team you will receive excellent support and training and the opportunity to develop a personalised skills development plan. If you want to join us at this exciting time then we would like to hear from you.
To find out more about the My Options services please take a look at our website: www.myoptionstelford.co.uk
Please note employees who are at risk will be considered first for this position. Only if an appointment is not made will other candidates be considered.
Please complete the online application form as CVs will not be accepted.
Please click on the links below to view the job description and person specification.
We believe great services start with great people — and that means building a workforce that reflects our community. At Telford & Wrekin Council, everyone belongs, and every voice matters.
What we offer:
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Competitive pay & generous leave
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Career progression
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Local Government Pension Scheme
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Staff discounts & salary sacrifice perks
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Free parking & confidential wellbeing support
Find out further information about working at Telford & Wrekin Council including our full list of benefits.
Roles involving children or vulnerable adults will require a criminal records check. It’s an offence to apply if you’re barred from working with these groups.
Please note: We do not hold a sponsorship licence for visas.
