First Aid Trainer

First Aid Trainer
Location: Based in Taunton (covering Somerset, Bristol, Bath, Dorset and Devon).
Hours: 35 per week
Contract: Permanent
Salary: £23,366 to £25,203 (dependent on qualifications) per annum based on 35 hour week

Could you teach people how to save a life?

Would you like to join our team as a First Aid Trainer who will play a vital role in delivering first aid training and specialist courses, teaching life-saving skills? From helping someone who is unresponsive, to treating burns, we equip people with the confidence to provide potentially lifesaving support in an emergency. The session we deliver depends on the needs of our service users so no two days will be the same!
Not only do our courses provide people with life-saving knowledge and skills but after costs have been deducted, every penny made goes to support the work of the British Red Cross.
You’ll be working collaboratively in a team of First Aid Trainers based in Taunton, delivering first aid training and life saving skills to large and small groups across Somerset, Bristol, Bath, Dorset and Devon.
We want our First Aid Trainers to be the best they can be. You will receive induction training of up 12 weeks to ensure you feel ready to deliver training to delegates on your own.
As this role will require travel to training venues across Somerset, Dorset, Devon, Bristol and Bath, it would be preferable if candidates have a valid UK driving licence and access to a vehicle. Some flexibility to work occasional evenings and weekend will be required as part of this role. This is a fantastic opportunity and will be a rewarding role for the right person, you’ll be helping us to achieve our mission of helping people in crisis.
We hold ISO 9001:2015 quality management accreditation, demonstrating the quality of service and training you can expect to receive when choosing the British Red Cross. We’ve been delivering first aid at work courses for more than 30 years.
To be a successful First Aid Trainer, you’ll need:

To have an engaging personality; be a strong communicator, confident speaking in front of groups of people. You love listening to others, coming up with solutions to problems, challenging opinions and giving feedback.
A Training or Teaching qualification, or you’re prepared to work towards one – if you don’t hold a qualification, you will be supported to achieve a BTEC Award in Education & Training 4.
Experience of preparing and delivering a range of training courses, and you’re confident in presenting to mixed ability groups.
To be comfortable working on your own and can travel to a range of training venues.
To be IT literate.

The closing date for applications is 23.59 on Tuesday 18th July 2023 with face to face interviews expected to take place week commencing 24th July.

In return for your commitment and expertise, you’ll get:

• Holidays: 36 days annual leave (including bank holidays) + option to buy 5 extra days.
• Pension scheme: Up to 6% contributory pension.
• Flexible working: We do our best to accommodate your preferred work style.
• Learning & Development: Wide range of career opportunities + comprehensive learning.
• Discounts: Access to Blue Light Discount Card and employee benefits platform.
• Wellbeing Support: Access to mental health and wellbeing assistance.
• Team Working: Support our mission in a collaborativ e team.
• Cycle2Work: Lease a bicycle through the scheme.
• Season ticket loan: Interest-free loan for commuting expenses.
At The British Red Cross, we pride ourselves on our diverse workforce, and ensuring we have an inclusive environment for all our staff and volunteers. We remain committed to ensuring our teams can bring their true selves to work without risk or fear of discrimination. We do this through regular data reporting, and the support of our internal Race and Equality Network (REEN), LGBT+ Network, our Disability and Wellness Network (DAWN), Gender Network, Carers Network and Youth Network.
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