Trainer/Skills Coach – Residential Child Care
Location: North East
Contract: Full Time, Permanent
Working Pattern: Home-based working supported, with periodic attendance at the office for team check-ins
We are working on behalf of a North East-based learning provider, rated Good by Ofsted, to recruit passionate Trainers/Skills Coaches to join their team. The organisation delivers a wide range of funded programmes and apprenticeships in Residential Child Care, Health, Social Care, Early Years, and Adult Care, including Levels 2–5 and diploma-only courses.Salary & Benefits
£28,000–£32,000
25–30 days annual leave plus bank holidays
Mileage paid at 45p per mile
Dental cover and wellbeing benefits
Standard pension schemeThe Role
As a Trainer/Skills Coach, you will manage a maximum caseload of up to 40 learners, including apprentices, diploma learners, bootcamp participants, and short-course learners. You will deliver high-quality teaching, learning, and assessment, supporting Residential Child Care learners to achieve their qualifications, stay engaged, and progress positively.
Key Responsibilities
Plan, deliver, and assess learning against National Occupational Standards
Deliver engaging classroom-based and work-based sessions
Monitor learner progress and maintain accurate records
Complete reviews and update e-portfolios within 48 hours of assessment
Support End Point Assessments and examinations
Maintain safeguarding, quality, and compliance standards
Participate in standardisation meetings, performance reviews, and CPD activities
Who We’re Looking For
Enthusiastic, learner-focused, and committed to high-quality delivery
Minimum Level 3 qualification in Residential Child Care (Level 5 preferred)
Extensive experience in Residential Child Care, ideally at Team Leader or Management level
Recognised Assessors and Teachers Award desirable (company support provided)
Excellent IT skills
Own transport and flexibility to travel throughout the North EastThis role is subject to enhanced DBS and employment references.
For more information, please contact Simon Atkins on (phone number removed)