Barchester Healthcare

Operational Trainer

The closing date is 19 April 2026

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Job summary

The Operational Trainer role at Barchester Healthcare provides induction and development training to multiple care homes and hospitals across a specific region. As a key point of contact for new staff, the Trainer should demonstrate a passion for their work and the Barchester ethos. This varied position offers the opportunity to witness the skilled progression of staff from their first day through their Barchester career.

Main duties of the job

The Operational Trainer is responsible for coordinating and delivering induction and development training to new and existing staff across a number of Barchester care homes and hospitals. Key duties include planning and publishing training calendars, providing practical hands-on training, ensuring employee training records are up-to-date, observing workplace practice, and maintaining regular contact with new team members to provide coaching and support. The role also involves attending external meetings and conferences, and working with Home Managers to implement individual personal development plans.

About us

Barchester Healthcare is a leading provider of high-quality care and support services in the UK. With a network of over 200 care homes and hospitals, Barchester is committed to delivering the best possible care and enhancing the lives of its residents and patients. The company places a strong emphasis on staff development and training to ensure its teams have the knowledge and skills to provide exceptional care.

Details

Date posted

18 February 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£32,000 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

1463788098

Job locations

Barchester Healthcare

Cirencester

GL7 5DT


Job description

Job responsibilities

Operational Trainers at Barchester provide induction and development training to circa 5 homes and/or hospitals across a specific region. As one of the initial points of contact between Barchester and a new member of staff, our Trainers should demonstrate passion for their role and the Barchester ethos. This varied position will provide the opportunity to witness the skilled progression of staff from their first day, throughout their Barchester career.This is a home-based position that will involve travel around a specific region.NEED TO HAVE C&G 7300 (or equivalent) Diploma level 3 in Health & Social Care or experience of working in social care sector Working knowledge of legislative requirements in care sector 2 years training experience Full UK driving licenceNEED TO DO Coordination and delivery of induction and development training against Barchester objectives and training statistics Provide practical, hands on training across a variety of subjects Plan and publish training calendars Ensure employee training files are up to date Observe workplace practice Arrange induction paperwork and a buddy in advance of a new employee starting Maintain regular contact with new team members, coaching and supporting where appropriate Attend meetings and conferences external to the home where required Promote learning and development opportunities that Barchester offer Work with Home Managers to ensure the implementation of individual personal development plansREWARDS PACKAGE Competitive salary Company car, laptop, phone Pension contribution and life coverIf you'd like to use your coaching and people skills in an organisation that provides the quality care you'd expect for your loved ones, this is an empowering and rewarding place to be.7766

Job description

Job responsibilities

Operational Trainers at Barchester provide induction and development training to circa 5 homes and/or hospitals across a specific region. As one of the initial points of contact between Barchester and a new member of staff, our Trainers should demonstrate passion for their role and the Barchester ethos. This varied position will provide the opportunity to witness the skilled progression of staff from their first day, throughout their Barchester career.This is a home-based position that will involve travel around a specific region.NEED TO HAVE C&G 7300 (or equivalent) Diploma level 3 in Health & Social Care or experience of working in social care sector Working knowledge of legislative requirements in care sector 2 years training experience Full UK driving licenceNEED TO DO Coordination and delivery of induction and development training against Barchester objectives and training statistics Provide practical, hands on training across a variety of subjects Plan and publish training calendars Ensure employee training files are up to date Observe workplace practice Arrange induction paperwork and a buddy in advance of a new employee starting Maintain regular contact with new team members, coaching and supporting where appropriate Attend meetings and conferences external to the home where required Promote learning and development opportunities that Barchester offer Work with Home Managers to ensure the implementation of individual personal development plansREWARDS PACKAGE Competitive salary Company car, laptop, phone Pension contribution and life coverIf you'd like to use your coaching and people skills in an organisation that provides the quality care you'd expect for your loved ones, this is an empowering and rewarding place to be.7766

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • The successful candidate will hold a C&G 7300 qualification (or equivalent), a Level 3 Diploma in Health & Social Care, and have at least 2 years of training experience. A strong working knowledge of legislative requirements in the care sector and a full UK driving license are also required.
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • The successful candidate will hold a C&G 7300 qualification (or equivalent), a Level 3 Diploma in Health & Social Care, and have at least 2 years of training experience. A strong working knowledge of legislative requirements in the care sector and a full UK driving license are also required.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Barchester Healthcare

Address

Barchester Healthcare

Cirencester

GL7 5DT


Employer's website

https://www.barchester.com/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Barchester Healthcare

Address

Barchester Healthcare

Cirencester

GL7 5DT


Employer's website

https://www.barchester.com/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Recruitment Team

Barchester Healthcare

Recruitment@barchester.com

Details

Date posted

18 February 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£32,000 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

1463788098

Job locations

Barchester Healthcare

Cirencester

GL7 5DT


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