We’re looking for an empathetic and skilled Facilitating Trainer to join our Lived Experience Training team, supporting autistic trainers and trainers with learning disabilities to co-deliver the Oliver McGowan Tier 2 Training across Hampshire.
This nationally recognised programme helps professionals in health and social care better understand and meet the needs of autistic people and people with learning disabilities. You’ll play a key role in ensuring that trainers with lived experience are supported, empowered, and able to deliver engaging, high-quality training sessions.
We actively welcome applicants from all backgrounds and identities, particularly those with lived experience of autism, learning disability, or neurodiversity, and from groups currently underrepresented in our workforce.
You will:
* Facilitate Oliver McGowan Tier 2 training sessions across Fareham, Portsmouth and Southampton
* Support co-trainers with lived experience of autism and learning disabilities to prepare for and deliver training sessions
* Provide practical support around travel, accessibility, preparation and wellbeing needs
* Encourage the development and confidence of co-trainers, supporting them to contribute to and lead sessions where possible
* Ensure that training venues, materials and delivery approaches are adjusted to meet trainers’ individual needs
* Work collaboratively with the wider Lived Experience Training team to manage session registers, feedback and administration
* Support trainers to debrief following sessions where needed, promoting wellbeing and continued participation
* Promote inclusion, respect and empowerment in every training interaction
We’re looking for someone who can demonstrate:
* Experience delivering face-to-face training, ideally within health, social care or a related setting
* Experience building rapport and working collaboratively with autistic people and people with learning disabilities
* Strong communication, facilitation and organisational skills, with a collaborative approach
* An understanding of the barriers faced by autistic people and people with learning disabilities, and a commitment to inclusion and empowerment
* Knowledge of current issues and best practice within autism, learning disability and health and social care sectors
* Confidence balancing the needs of co-trainers, learners and training delivery requirements
* The ability to work independently as part of a distance-managed team
* Competence using Microsoft Office, Teams and Zoom
* A full driving licence or the ability to travel regularly across Hampshire
Essential requirements:
* Oliver McGowan Tier 2 Facilitator qualification
* Good standard of education, including GCSE Maths and English (or equivalent)
Desirable:
* Oliver McGowan Tier 1 Facilitator qualification
* A relevant training or teaching qualification
We’re a flexible, supportive employer. We’re happy to discuss any access needs, working pattern requests or adjustments that would help you thrive in this role.
Why join us?
Impact Initiatives is a Brighton-based charity with a strong reputation for supporting people of all ages and abilities across Sussex and beyond. Our Lived Experience Training project empowers autistic trainers and trainers with learning disabilities to influence change and build professional confidence.
You’ll join a welcoming, values-led team dedicated to inclusion, development, and the power of lived experience to make a difference.
Closing date: Open until vacancy is filled – early application is advised
Interviews: Late May – Early June 2026
The successful applicant will be subject to a Basic DBS check. Having a criminal record will not necessarily bar someone from working with us and any disclosures will be considered in relation to the duties of the role.For further details and to apply, please visit our jobs page on our website