Lead Trainer for Oliver McGowan Mandatory Training

Job summary

Are you passionate about making a real difference for people with a learning disability and autistic people? Join us as a Lead Trainer for the Oliver McGowan Mandatory Training programme within the People Directorate at BNSSG ICB.

You'll lead, shape and deliver high-quality training that is not only a statutory requirement but also a catalyst for change across health and social care. You'll work alongside a talented team, many of whom have lived experience, ensuring their voices remain central to everything we do.

What does it take?We're looking for someone with accredited Oliver McGowan Lead Trainer status (Tier 1 and 2), a relevant teaching qualification, and significant experience delivering this training. You'll need in-depth knowledge of learning disability and autism, and a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion. Strong organisational, communication and IT skills are essential, as is the drive to champion best practice and continuous improvement.

Why work with us?You'll be part of a forward-thinking, supportive team that values lived experience. We offer a collaborative environment, opportunities for professional growth, and the chance to make a lasting difference for staff and service users alike.

If you're ready to lead, inspire, and help us deliver training that truly matters, we'd love to hear from you.

Main duties of the job

The Lead Trainer will oversee the planning, quality, assurance and delivery aims of an award-winning training team, the majority of whom have lived experience of a learning disability and / or are autistic. This role includes:

Planning and co-delivering Oliver McGowan Mandatory Training (Tiers 1 and 2) for health and care staff.

Ensuring experts with lived experience remain at the heart of everything we do.

Providing quality assurance and evaluating delegate feedback.

Supervising and providing pastoral support to trainers.

Leading Train the Trainer programmes.

Supporting the Project Manager in the ongoing development of the training programme.

About us

We are committed to creating an inclusive organisation that promotes and values diversity. We know from experience that different ideas, perspectives and backgrounds create a stronger, more creative workplace that helps us to deliver the best services. We welcome applications which represent the rich diversity of our community; from people of all ages, disabled people, all genders, people from ethnic minority groups, LGBTQ+ people, people with diverse gender identity and expression, people from all religions and beliefs and other diverse characteristics, and we have processes in place to ensure that all applications are treated fairly and consistently at every stage of the recruitment process.

Details

Date posted

31 December 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£47,810 to £54,710 a year per annum

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

461-ICB-6221TG

Job locations

Bristol, North Somerset, South Gloucestershire ICB

100, Temple Street

Bristol

BS1 6AG