Training Co-ordinator - Ofsted Registered Children's Residential Home
Job Title: Training Co-ordinator
Location: East London (with travel to Eastbourne as required)
About The Role:
We are looking for a motivated and engaging Training Coordinator to support the delivery of high quality training across our residential children's homes.
This role is key in ensuring our teams are equipped with the skills, knowledge and values required to support children and young people with complex emotional, behavioural and mental health needs. You will play an active role in embedding our therapeutic approach, supporting staff development and maintaining high standards of practice across all homes.
Working closely with the Training Manager, you will support the delivery of the training strategy, assist with qualification pathways and contribute to quality assurance processes.
This is a hands on role where you will deliver training, assess learners, support induction and work alongside operational teams to continuously improve practice.
Key Responsibilities:
As a Training Co-ordinator, you will:
- Deliver mandatory and bespoke training programmes across all homes
- Deliver training that is trauma informed, attachment aware and child centred
- Support the assessment of Level 3 Diplomas in Residential Childcare
- Assess staff competence and support ongoing professional development
- Maintain accurate training records and support audit and inspection readiness
- Support Internal Quality Assurance (IQA) processes and standardisation activities
- Work closely with the Training Manager to implement training plans and priorities
- Collaborate with managers to identify training needs across services
- Coach and mentor staff to support CPD and qualification progression
- Support induction and onboarding to ensure staff are prepared and confident
- Ensure all training aligns with Ofsted requirements and safeguarding standards
- Monitor training compliance, including refreshers and expiry tracking
- Escalate operational challenges or risks to the Training Manager as appropriate
- Embed SuperCare's culture, values and "Only Outstanding" principles across all training delivery
About You:
We are looking for a Learning & Development professional with a background in social care, you should have:
- Level 3 Award in Education & Training
- TAQA/A1 Assessor qualification
- Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent)
- Strong understanding of safeguarding, child development and trauma informed practice
- Knowledge of Children's Homes Regulations 2015 and Working Together to Safeguard Children
- Experience designing and delivering blended learning programmes
- Excellent communication, presentation and interpersonal skills
- Ability to engage, motivate and develop staff teams
- Experience working within residential childcare or social care settings (desirable)
- Internal Quality Assurer (IQA) qualification (desirable)
Working Pattern:
Full time role with flexibility required:
- 09:00am - 17:00pm or 08:30am - 16:30pm
- Flexibility required to deliver evening or occasional weekend training sessions in line with operational needs
- Travel required across Eastbourne and London homes
What We Offer:
- Competitive salary package
- Performance related bonus schemes
- Gym membership contribution
- Extensive training and CPD opportunities
- Fully funded Level 3 and Level 5 Qualifications
- Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
- Clear progression pathways
- Opportunity to support and shape training across a growing organisation
Apply Today:
If you are passionate about developing people, improving practice and making a meaningful impact on the lives of children and young people, we would love to hear from you.
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Please note, we are unable to provide visa sponsorships. Applicants must already have the legal right to work in the UK.
