Health & Social Care Skills Trainer

20.09 GBP hourly

Location Dumfries & Galloway College Bankend Road, Dumfries DG1 4FD United Kingdom

This job ends on 11 September 2026

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Dumfries Campus £19.43 per hour (increasing to £20.09 from 01/09/26) - Timesheet contract - Fixed Term for 12 months

Share Your Skills. Inspire Others. Make a Difference.

Do you have experience working in the Health & Social Care sector? Are you passionate about helping others develop the knowledge and confidence to succeed?

We are looking for enthusiastic and experienced professionals to join our team as Skills Trainers. This is a rewarding opportunity to use your industry experience to inspire and support others entering or progressing within the Health & Social Care sector.

You will deliver a range of practical, engaging training courses for people already working in the sector, as well as those looking to begin a career in Health & Social Care. Training may include:

· Non-certificated workshops

o Infection Control

o Medication Awareness

o Adult Support and Protection

· Introduction to Social Care courses for those considering a career in the sector

· Supporting learners to complete online learning programmes

What we're looking for

You will have current, relevant qualifications and practical experience within the Health & Social Care sector. Just as importantly, you'll enjoy sharing your knowledge and helping others build their skills and confidence.

A formal teaching qualification is not essential. If you have excellent communication skills, a positive attitude, and the enthusiasm to create engaging and supportive learning experiences, we'd love to hear from you.

To succeed in this role, you will have some or all of the following:

• A relevant certification in Health & Social Care or equivalent at SCQF Level 7.
• Practical experience working within a care setting is essential.
• A Group Training Certificate or similar is desirable.
• Experience delivering training courses (e.g., Moving and Handling, Infection Control, Medication Awareness) is desirable.
• Strong customer service, organisation, teamworking, and relationship-building skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in digital skills relevant to the role, including experience using MS Office and any job-specific systems.
• Adaptability to evolving digital tools and a willingness to continuously improve digital competencies.
• Full UK Driving Licence

Other Benefits

Ø Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme

Ø Up to 45 days annual leave Pro Rata (including bank holidays and college closure dates)

Ø Opportunities for career progression and personal development

Ø Access a wide range of health and wellbeing benefits inc. Cycle to Work, Bike Shop, Home & Electronics Lifestyle Saves and Employee Assistance Programme.

Who we are

Explore our website for more information about the College and who we are.  About Us Dumfries & Galloway College

How to apply

If you are interested, please complete the online application form via the Dumfries and Galloway College website by the closing date indicated below.

For further information, please contact Jackie Kelly, Skills Delivery Team Leader, kellyj@dumgal.ac.uk or call 01387 734198

Closing Date: Friday 11th September 2026

What happens next

Interviews for successful applicants will be held in week commencing

21st September 2026.

What else you need to know

If you’re invited for interview, you will be required to evidence your Right to Work in the UK - Right to Work Guidance .

If you’re successful in securing the role, your employment will be conditional on the college receiving two satisfactory references and background checks including the disclosure Scotland check on all criminal offences (spent & unspent) so ensure you are not barred from working with Children or Vulnerable Adults.

All staff are required to become a member of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) membership scheme, which is managed and delivered by Disclosure Scotland.

We believe that our staff are our greatest asset—and through our supportive culture, investment in training, and innovative approach to education, we’re building a workplace where everyone can thrive.

Please copy the below links and paste into your preferred browser to view the below documents:

https://www.dumgal.ac.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/disclosure_of_criminal_offences.pdf

https://www.dumgal.ac.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/right_to_work.pdf

https://www.dumgal.ac.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/notes_to_read.pdf

JD Trainer 2026.pdf