CO Trainer

Are you currently delivering Oliver McGowan training as a Co Trainer Expert, with Lived Experience of a Learning Disability, and keen to increase your hours?

We are currently hiring in all locations nationwide.

We offer a blend of:  Work from home (online delivery of Tier 1) with face-to-face delivery locally ( within 1 hour of home or more if willing)  of Tier 2 programmes

UTS are lead trainers of the Oliver McGowan mandatory training, and have customers across the NHS, Private Care Companies, Emergency Services and Social Care providers who are receiving our training.

We are growing our exceptional team of Experts with Lived Experience of a Learning Disability or Autism and would love to have you join us.

Working at UTS you will be Fully Trained and Supported

We want you to feel confident and supported in your role:

• All training is fully funded
• Ongoing support from our dedicated Employability Team
• Help with reasonable adjustments to suit your needs
• Mentoring and guidance throughout your journey
• Continuous professional development plan

Requirements

The Role will enable you to

• Co-deliver Oliver McGowan Mandatory Training

• Tier 1: Online sessions delivered from home

• Tier 2 (optional): Face-to-face sessions within around 1 hour of your home

• Share your personal experiences in a safe, structured, and positive way

• Help health and social care staff understand what good care and communication look like

• Work closely with another trainer to deliver engaging and inclusive sessions

• Support the development of accessible and engaging training materials

• Act as a professional ambassador for people with learning disabilities

About You

We are looking for someone who:

• Has already trained as and is delivering Oliver McGowan Training
• Is passionate about improving understanding and respect
• Is keen to explore other employment opportunities within the Oliver McGowan community
• Enjoys working as part of a supportive team
• Is open to learning and personal development
• Can travel locally if choosing to deliver face-to-face sessions

Benefits

Hours: Flexible (1–20 hours per week)

Pay: £30 hour in bookings
Contract: Sessional / Flexible

About Us

Unique Training Solutions is a Disability Confident Employer.

Our team includes over 100 Experts with Lived Experience, and we deliver essential Oliver McGowan Mandatory Training to health and social care organisations. We also measure the impact of our training in improving care and helping to save lives for people with learning disabilities and those who are autistic.

Our Commitment

We welcome applications from people with all types of learning disabilities and from diverse backgrounds.

At UTS, we recognise lived experience as real expertise. Together, we can help make health and social care more understanding, inclusive, and safe for everyone.