Trainer

We’re looking for a passionate Health & Care Trainer who can deliver high‑quality, engaging and impactful training. In this role, you'll equip our people with the skills, confidence and competence they need to carry out both regulated and non‑regulated activities.

This is a dynamic role involving face‑to‑face delivery, virtual facilitation, practical assessment and coaching. If you’re motivated by developing others we’d love to hear from you. This is a unique opportunity to live our values, empower others, and experience the reward that comes from knowing your work directly improves the lives of those who rely on the Red Cross every day. Are you ready to join our team?

• Delivering a variety of Health & Care training courses across Scotland—both in-person and virtually. Using best‑practice learning methods to ensure a great learner experience.
• Assessing learners’ practical skills against national standards and providing clear, constructive feedback to support their progress.
• Managing group dynamics, adapting delivery approaches, and using your judgment to make real‑time decisions that enhance learning.
• Supporting the wider L&D team by sharing good practice, contributing to continuous improvement and mentoring new trainers.

• Experience working within health and social care, and experience delivering training—particularly Moving & Assisting People.
• Strong presentation, communication and coaching skills, with the ability to tailor your approach to different learning needs.
• Confidence using IT systems and virtual platforms such as MS Teams or Zoom for remote delivery.
• A proactive, organised approach with the ability to manage your own workload, travel across the UK and maintain professional competence.

Interested? Closing date for applications is 23.59 on Wednesday 4th March 2026. Interviews will take place soon after. 

In return for your commitment and expertise, what will you get?

• Flexible working:Remote and hybrid working, flexitime, compressed hours, and job sharing.
• Holidays:36 days annual leave (including bank holidays) + option to buy 5 extra days (pro rata).
• Pension scheme:Up to 6% contributory pension.
• Learning & Development:A range of career & learning opportunities.
• Discounts:Blue Light Discount Card, Tickets For Good & employee benefits platform.
• Wellbeing Support:Peer Supporters, CiC (EAP) & Headspace App.
• Cycle2Work:Lease a bicycle through the scheme.

We are proud to be part of the Disability Confident scheme for UK-based roles. During your application, you'll have the option to apply under the scheme.
At the British Red Cross, we value diversity and maintain an inclusive environment for all staff and volunteers. We champion our teams in bringing their true selves to work, free from discrimination. This is achieved through reporting and assistance from our internal networks: Race and Ethnic Equality (REEN), LGBT+, Disability and Wellness (DAWN), Gender, Carers, and Young Staff Network.

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At the British Red Cross, we value diversity and maintain an inclusive environment for all staff and volunteers. We champion our teams in bringing their true selves to work, free from discrimination. This is achieved through reporting and assistance from our internal networks: Race and Ethnic Equality (REEN), LGBT+, Disability and Wellness (DAWN), Gender, Carers, and Young Staff Network.