Operational Trainer

Job summary

£34,000 per annum £6,000 per annum Car Allowance 40 hours per week Barchester Healthcare is a market leader in providing exceptional quality care to residents and patients across our rapidly expanding portfolio of 260 care homes and independent hospitals. Our Operational Trainers play a key part in ensuring the continued delivery of Good and Outstanding care, as they ensure every member of staff is confident and competent in their ability to work in a person centred and compassionate manner. Barchester's commitment to staff engagement and development has resulted in us being the only care provider in the UK to be accredited as one of the best companies to work for in 2019, 2020, and 2021. You will provide induction and development training to circa 11 homes across a specific region including Bourne, Wisbech, Rutland, Lincoln, Grantham, Leicester and Loughborough. 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 i

Main duties of the job

Barchester Healthcare is a leader in providing high-quality care across 260 care homes and independent hospitals. The role of Operational Trainer is crucial for maintaining exceptional care standards by ensuring that every staff member is well-trained and confident in their roles. Trainers at Barchester are expected to embody the organisation's ethos and guide new staff through induction and further development across approximately 11 homes in designated areas such as Bourne, Wisbech, and Rutland. This home-based role requires travel and involves coordinating and delivering training, maintaining training records, and working closely with Home Managers to support staff development plans.

About us

Barchester Healthcare is renowned for its commitment to providing exceptional quality care to residents and patients. As an industry leader, the company manages an extensive network of 260 care homes and independent hospitals. Barchester is uniquely recognized for its dedication to staff engagement and development, being the only UK care provider accredited as one of the best companies to work for in 2019, 2020, and 2021. The organisation's comprehensive approach ensures the highest standards of care are consistently delivered. Barchester's emphasis on person-centred and compassionate care distinguishes it as a trusted provider in the healthcare sector.

Details

• Date posted: 19 June 2026
• Pay scheme: Other
• Salary: £34,000 a year
• Contract: Permanent
• Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time
• Reference number: 1518565733
• Job locations: Barchester Healthcare, Rutland, PE9 3QN, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities

£34,000 per annum

£6,000 per annum Car Allowance

40 hours per week

Barchester Healthcare is a market leader in providing exceptional quality care to residents and patients across our rapidly expanding portfolio of 260 care homes and independent hospitals. Our Operational Trainers play a key part in ensuring the continued delivery of Good and Outstanding care, as they ensure every member of staff is confident and competent in their ability to work in a person centred and compassionate manner. Barchester's commitment to staff engagement and development has resulted in us being the only care provider in the UK to be accredited as one of the best companies to work for in 2019, 2020, and 2021.

You will provide induction and development training to circa 11 homes across a specific region including Bourne, Wisbech, Rutland, Lincoln, Grantham, Leicester and Loughborough. 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 the region and locations mentioned above.

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 licence and the flexibility to travel

NEED 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 plans

REWARDS PACKAGE Competitive salary Car Allowance, laptop, phone Pension contribution and life cover If 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.