Job Introduction

Turning Point are currently recruiting a Group Work and Training Lead to join Inspire, a vibrant new partnership delivering substance use treatment and recovery services in West Northamptonshire.  

We are looking for someone to lead on the support, training and induction of new staff, support with the delivery of our comprehensive group work timetable, co-ordination of our internal CPD and external core and additional training opportunities for our local partners. 

We are looking for an energetic, dynamic, and enthusiastic team player. There is a leadership element to the role given the need to welcome and support new staff into our system and ensure they have the requisite training and skills to do their job effectively as well as representing the organisation externally to our partners.

As a Group Work and Training Lead we offer a starting salary of £33,416 rising each year in line with our pay progression salary bands, rising to £39,093 per year. (Dependent on experience you may be offered a starting salary above the initial starting salary). 

You will have opportunities to progress your career with a structured learning journey and clearly defined career pathways that will enable you to achieve your long-term goals and work to your strengths.

Whether you are looking to progress into a management and leadership role at Turning point we will support and encourage you on your career journey.

Role Responsibility

• Monitor mandatory training levels and highlighting any areas of concern to senior management
• Support the training and induction of new staff and provide coaching, support and monitoring throughout their 6-month probationary period
• Oversee the induction training plan and co-ordinate with the Team Managers and Leaders to ensure that this is in place rotationally to support new staff
• Delivering mandatory training as well as bespoke training as required by the service
• Work with the safeguarding lead to ensure that all staff competency is completed during their probationary period
• Support the competency training review and sign off as required
• Develop and maintain effective links with our local partner agencies to identify training needs
• Monitor, identify and address any training needs at an internal and external level in conjunction with L&OD
• Provide coaching and feedback as required
• Support relevant review and audit activities
• Review practice through evaluation of training interventions
• Ensure all learning records are kept up to date on Explore within a timely manner

The Ideal Candidate

• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Training qualification
• Knowledge of IT / digital systems
• Understanding of the Health & Social Care sector
• Knowledge, skills and experience of design and delivery of effective learning opportunities
• Knowledge, skills and experience relating to coaching and mentoring

We are seeking candidates from underrepresented backgrounds to join our team. We value diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone's voices are heard and respected. Join us in our commitment to build a more diverse and inclusive workforce where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.

About us

As a leading health and social care provider with more than 300 locations across England, we take real pride in the services we offer.

We run all of our services on a not-for-profit basis; instead, we invest every penny back into our services and people. We never stop believing in change for the better, and we work constantly to improve the lives of the people we support.

What Benefits Will I Receive?

We know reward looks different to each person and so whether its ways to make your money go further, a culture supporting recognition and celebration, or opportunities to boost your career – we want to support you in every way we can with our total reward package:

25 days’ paid holiday a year + Bank Holidays, increasing with each year of service up to 27 days + Bank Holidays. Plus the option to buy additional holidays and spread the cost.

Join our team and discover the comprehensive benefits we offer by following this link to explore all the exciting perks available to our employees. 

Turning Point Benefits

We reserve the right to close this advert early if we are able to appoint to the vacancy before the advertised closing date.

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Attached documents

• Groupwork and Training Lead (002).pdf

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