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Our recruitment team will short-list for interview. We understand that AI tools can assist with proofreading and refining content; Job Title: Training Officer
Reports To: Training Manager
Location: Hybrid agile working from home and in the Cardiff office
Hours of Work: 28 hours per week Term time only
Contract: Fixed term to end 31st March 2027
Annual Leave: 15 days per annum (plus Bank Holidays)
Method of Pay: Salaries are paid directly into staff members nominated bank account on the 15th of each month
Pension: Children in Wales employees are automatically enrolled to the WorkplacePension Scheme, but you may choose to opt out
The post holder will be an experienced trainer and be responsible for the development and delivery of effective, high-quality training. This will include Safeguarding training for professionals working with babies, children and young people in Wales and other childrens sector related content. Training will take place virtually online or face to face at venues throughout Wales.
The Training Officer, working within a team will proactively seek new opportunities in which to develop the training programme further and ensure that its contents reflect the strategic objectives of Children in Wales in relation to the UNCRC, and relevant legislation.
Deliver highly interactive and engaging training courses, both online virtually, or face to face, on a range of topics related to safeguarding and child rights, aimed at practitioners supporting babies, children, young people and their families in a variety of settings.
Contribute to the development of a portfolio of training courses which are informed by current issues, priorities, legislation and guidance.
Participate in the quality assurance of the training programme through the development and consistent application of evaluation tools
Identify opportunities where possible for the involvement of children and young people within the training programme, considering equality, diversity and inclusion within content development and delivery.
Work with other Children in Wales staff to develop a branded marketing programme and disseminate information to include the use of the Children in Wales website
Assist the Training Manager to ensure that the Children in Wales training programme makes an agreed financial contribution to the organisation
Develop and contribute towards Children in Wales funding bids as required
Participate in individual supervision meetings, planning and review meetings, and in regular staff meetings
Promote and make a positive contribution towards the bilingual policy of the organisation
This list is not exhaustive as there may be other duties and responsibilities, which Children in Wales may require the post-holder to perform from time to time in contributing to the delivery of its activities.
Qualified to degree level in a relevant subject or have equivalent relevant experience within the childrens sector in Wales
A good working knowledge of the child protection system including experience of identifying and reporting concerns, and the processes involved when working in a multiagency context.
At least two years experience in a training role or equivalent, that involved designing and delivering engaging and interactive training packages, to engage a range of learners.
Awareness of current developments in training provision, including blended and asynchronous learning.
Able to demonstrate a commitment to the values and principles of Children in Wales, including promoting equality, diversity and inclusive practice.
Knowledge of current Welsh legislation policy and practice within the children and families sector, particularly in relation to child protection and safeguarding
Excellent planning and organisational skills
Competence in working with information and technology with experience of using online delivery tools such as Microsoft Teams and Zoom effectively
Able to demonstrate strong knowledge of, and a commitment to the values and principles of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC) with a determination to promote its implementation.
This role involves regular travel across Wales. A full clean driving licence and access to a vehicle is essential to carry out the duties required.
Child and Adolescent mental health, Equality and Diversity, Additional Learning Needs,
Ability to communicate both orally and in writing through the Welsh language.
Demonstrate an understanding of quality assurance
Children in Wales Plant yng Nghymru is the national representative membership organisation for individuals and organisations from all sectors who work with children, young people and families in Wales. Our work will be underpinned by a collaborative approach, which facilitates opportunities for our members, children and young people.
Campaigning for the full adoption and implementation of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child at every level of Welsh society.
Challenging inequalities and promoting equity for all children and young people across Wales.
Bringing together and amplifying a collective voice for transformational change at a policy level within Wales.
Promoting and supporting the participation of children and young people within decision-making structures at all levels of government within Wales
Providing learning and development opportunities for the cross-sector childrens professional workforce.
Children in Wales carries out a number of activities in order to meet these aims. Providing Training
Supporting and developing strong networks and forums
Direct work with children and young people through our Young Wales project
Children in Wales works in partnership with its sister organisations in England, Scotland and NorthernIreland and has strong links in Europe and internationally.
As a membership organisation we establish networks within Wales in order to represent the views of the constituency, establish common concerns and encourage multidisciplinary activity. Memberscan be either corporate or individual and come from a wide variety of interests such as health, education, voluntary organisations, social services or self help groups.