Learning Disabilities Co‑Trainer – Expert with Experience
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Location: Position available across all SeeAbility regions (Oxfordshire, Bristol, Devon, Hampshire, Surrey and Kent)
Salary: £13.20 per hour + Benefits
Hours: Various – Part time
Contract: Bank
Job Summary
SeeAbility is a charity that supports people with learning disabilities, autism and sight loss in the UK. We are looking for someone to be part of our team as a Learning Disabilities Co‑Trainer – an expert who has lived experience of autism and is confident speaking in front of groups. You will support the training of colleagues in health and social care so they better understand the needs of people with learning disabilities and autistic people. You will work closely with other trainers – for example, people with lived experience – to deliver sessions that are open, honest and easy to understand.
What You Will Do
* Share your lived experience of learning disability as part of training sessions
* Work with others to deliver the Oliver McGowan mandatory training
* Ensure the training is respectful, clear and includes different points of view
* Engage with participants during sessions and answer their questions
* Help others learn how to give better support to people with learning disabilities and autistic people
What Skills You Will Need
* Personal experience of learning disability
* Comfortable talking in groups and sharing your story
* Belief that everyone should be treated fairly and with respect
* A friendly and open approach
* Ability to work well with others as part of a team
* Ability to travel as part of your role
* Ability to participate in a training session of 3 hours at a time
About Us
Registered as The Royal School for the Blind, SeeAbility is one of the oldest disability charities in the UK, pioneering specialist support across multiple generations since 1799! We specialise in supporting people who have learning disabilities, autism, complex needs, and who may also have sight loss. Our support ranges from person‑centred support across our supported‑living and residential care provisions to specialist eye‑care services for children and adults. We also assist people with a disability to find paid employment for the very first time.
Our Benefits
* Discounts and cashback at hundreds of shops, restaurants and activities
* Eligible for Blue Light Card discounts
* Save 10% on monthly bus travel
* Pay reviews and commitment to competitive rates
* Employer contributory pension scheme – support and tools to help you make the right decisions about your future
* Refer a friend and receive £600
* Paid DBS and renewals
* Season ticket loans
Safer Recruitment
* Criminal background check through the Disclosure and Barring Service (where appropriate)
* Documentary evidence to confirm your identity, current address, and the right to work in the UK
* Health Declaration to ensure you are medically suitable for the role
* References will be obtained to ensure satisfactory evidence of conduct in current or previous employment related to health or social care, or children or vulnerable adults
These checks will be carried out and completed prior to offering a date to start employment at SeeAbility’s expense.
Diversity
SeeAbility is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from individuals of all identities, including those from under‑represented groups and those who have a disability or neurodivergent condition. We believe a diverse workforce drives innovation, creativity and success. Everyone’s unique experiences and views are appreciated, and we are happy to offer reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process or role itself to ensure a fair and equitable experience for all candidates.
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