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Posted 4 days ago
Trainer - Taunton
TPP Recruitment
📍 Taunton
💷 £25,276/annumCommunity & SportFull-timeContractUrgent
Job description
<p><strong><em>Are you passionate about empowering others with life-saving skills? </em></strong><strong><em>Do you want to make a real difference in your community?</em></strong></p> <p>As a <strong>Trainer</strong>, you ll deliver essential courses, including <strong>First Aid at Work</strong>, <strong>Fire Marshal</strong>, and <strong>Mental Health</strong>, equipping learners with <strong>vital skills</strong> to stay safe and support others.<br> <br> If you're ready to step into a role where <strong>every day is rewarding</strong>, we d love to hear from you!<br> <br> <strong>Details</strong></p> <ul> <li><strong>Salary:</strong> £25,276 per annum</li> <li><strong>Location:</strong> Taunton</li> <li><strong>Working Pattern:</strong> 5 out of 7 days, including occasional evenings or weekends to meet learner needs</li> <li><strong>Contract:</strong> Full-time, permanent</li> <li><strong>Additional benefits:</strong> <ul> <li>Paid mileage and expenses for travel</li> <li>Ongoing professional development, including support to maintain your subject competence and certifications</li> <li>Flexible working patterns to suit your schedule</li> <li>Corporate uniform provided for a professional appearance</li> <li><strong>Enhanced DBS check</strong> paid for by the organisation</li> <li>A culture of inclusivity, aligning with the values of Humanity, Excellence, Accountability, Responsiveness, and Teamwork (H.E.A.R.T.)</li> </ul> </li> </ul> <p><strong>About the Organisation</strong><br> <br> This role supports one of the UK s <strong>leading providers of workplace training</strong>. With a <strong>mission to save lives and make communities safer</strong>, their vision is to <strong>empower every person with skills that make a difference</strong>. They <strong>value their people</strong>, offering <strong>opportunities for growth</strong>, and <strong>champion diversity</strong> in everything they do.<br> <strong> </strong><br> <strong>About the Role</strong><br> <br> As a <strong>Trainer</strong>, you ll <strong>deliver a variety of courses to diverse groups</strong>, ensuring <strong>high standards of teaching and assessment</strong>. From CPR techniques to mental health awareness, you ll <strong>empower learners with essential skills</strong> while contributing to the organisation s <strong>life-saving mission</strong>.<br> <br> You ll <strong>manage your own schedule</strong>, <strong>travel to training locations</strong>, and be <strong>responsible for setting up engaging, professional sessions</strong>. With <strong>support from a dedicated team</strong>, you ll maintain compliance with awarding body standards and <strong>contribute to the continuous improvement of training delivery</strong>.<br> <strong> </strong><br> <strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p> <ul> <li><strong>Deliver and assess workplace training courses</strong> such as First Aid at Work and Mental Health Awareness.</li> <li><strong>Set up training venues</strong>, ensuring all materials and equipment are ready.</li> <li>Conduct dynamic <strong>risk assessments</strong> at venues and act as a <strong>designated first aider and fire marshal</strong>.</li> <li>Maintain up-to-date knowledge of your subject area through professional development.</li> <li>Promote the organisation s products and services to learners.</li> <li>Complete all required documentation promptly and accurately.<strong> </strong></li> </ul> <p><strong>Skills / Experience Required</strong></p> <ul> <li><strong>Essential qualifications:</strong> <ul> <li>Level 3 Certificate in Learning and Development or equivalent, plus a valid course-specific qualification (e.g., First Aid at Work, IOSH).</li> </ul> </li> <li><strong>Experience:</strong> <ul> <li>Delivering first aid and/or health and safety courses to adults.</li> </ul> </li> <li><strong>Skills:</strong> <ul> <li>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage diverse groups.</li> </ul> </li> <li><strong>Other:</strong> <ul> <li>Physically able to perform CPR on a manikin on the floor.</li> <li>Confident using Microsoft applications and digital tools for course administration.</li> <li>A full driving licence and access to a vehicle for travel to training venues.</li> </ul> </li> </ul> <p><strong>To Apply</strong></p> <ul> <li>If you re ready to inspire others and be part of a team dedicated to saving lives, we d love to hear from you!</li> <li>Application is by <strong>CV only</strong> no covering letter required.</li> </ul> <p> <br> <strong>Interview Process</strong></p> <ul> <li>Initial telephone call with the regional manager for the area</li> <li><strong>In-person selection day in March 2026</strong>, which will include <strong>competency-based questions</strong> and the <strong>delivery of a short mock training session</strong> to demonstrate your skills.</li> </ul> <p> <br> <strong>Deadline for Applications</strong></p> <ul> <li><strong><em>ASAP applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis</em></strong></li> </ul> <p><br> We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential; please contact us if you require any assistance or adjustment so that we can help with making the application process work for you.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p><img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?1cWG9WvfIspM3M4UvziqqP7M%2bFiiZQ80o" width="0" height="0" />
Benefits
Flexible hours, Training