Job Introduction
Turning Point are currently recruiting for a Training & Practice Lead to join the Suffolk Drug & Alcohol service. We are looking for someone to lead on the support, training and induction of new staff, co-ordination of our internal CPD and external core and additional training opportunities for our local partners throughout the county. We are looking for an energetic, dynamic and enthusiastic team player. There is a leadership element to the role given the need to welcome and support new staff into our system and ensure they have the requisite training and skills in order to do their job effectively as well as representing the organisation externally to our partners.
As a Training and Practice Lead we offer a starting salary of £32,760 rising each year in line with our pay progression salary bands, rising to £38,326 per year. (Dependent on experience you may be offered a starting salary above the initial starting salary).
We are a countywide service and you can be based at Bury St Edmunds, Ipswich or Lowestoft.
You will have opportunities to progress your career with a structured learning journey and clearly defined career pathways that will enable you to achieve your long-term goals and work to your strengths.
Whether you are looking to progress into a management and leadership role at Turning point we will support and encourage you on your career journey.
Role Responsibility
Identify areas for discussion and contribute to regular National Training and Practice Lead Forums
Use, feedback and contribute content to the centralised L&OD Training library on Teams
Monitor mandatory training levels and highlighting any areas of concern to senior management
Support the training and induction of new staff and provide coaching, support and monitoring throughout their 6-month probationary period
Oversee the induction training plan and co-ordinate with the Team Managers and Leaders to ensure that this is in place rotationally to support new staff
Delivering mandatory training as well as bespoke training as required by the service
Work with the safeguarding lead to ensure that all staff competency is completed during their probationary period
Support probationary review process regarding training needs
Support the competency training review and sign off as required
Develop and maintain effective links with our local partner agencies to identify training needs
Oversee the external training plan to ensure local needs are met through standard and bespoke training packages
To facilitate and deliver core, bespoke and accredited training partner agencies face to face and using MS Teams
Monitor, identify and address any training needs at an internal and external level in conjunction with L&OD
Provide coaching and feedback as required
Support relevant review and audit activities
Review practice through evaluation of training interventions
Support the ongoing evaluation of training interventions using the learning cycle with L&OD
Ensure all learning records are kept up to date on Explore within a timely manner
The Ideal Candidate
Good written and verbal communication skills
Training qualification
Knowledge of IT / digital systems
Understanding of the Health & Social Care sector
Knowledge, skills and experience of design and delivery of effective learning opportunities
Knowledge, skills and experience relating to coaching and mentoring
We are seeking candidates from underrepresented backgrounds to join our team. We value diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone's voices are heard and respected. Join us in our commitment to build a more diverse and inclusive workforce where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.
About us
As a leading health and social care provider with more than 300 locations across England, we take real pride in the services we offer.
We run all of our services on a not-for-profit basis; instead, we invest every penny back into our services and people. We never stop believing in change for the better, and we work constantly to improve the lives of the people we support.
What Benefits Will I Receive?
We know reward looks different to each person and so whether its ways to make your money go further, a culture supporting recognition and celebration, or opportunities to boost your career – we want to support you in every way we can with our total reward package that includes:
• 25 days’ paid holiday a year + Bank Holidays, increasing with each year of service up to 27 days + Bank Holidays. Plus the option to buy additional holidays and spread the cost.
• Join our team and discover the comprehensive benefits we offer by following this link to explore all the exciting perks available to our employees.
We reserve the right to close this advert early if we are able to appoint to the vacancy before the advertised closing date.
Turning Point
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