# Operational Trainer > NHS job listing from Job Clerk for Barchester Healthcare. ## Canonical URLs - **HTML:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/operational-trainer/be4208c8-d73a-4959-98c9-2a0019208960 - **Markdown:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/operational-trainer/be4208c8-d73a-4959-98c9-2a0019208960.md ## Summary - **Status:** Live - **Employer:** Barchester Healthcare - **Town:** Bristol - **Region:** South East - **Country:** England - **Salary:** £34,000 a year - **Contract type:** Permanent - **Employment type:** Full-time, Part-time - **Closing date:** 2026-09-15T23:59:00.000Z - **Posted:** 2026-07-17T21:03:04.742Z - **Source information URL:** https://www.jobs.nhs.uk/candidate/jobadvert/E0177-26-7720?employerCode=E0177 - **Application URL:** https://www.applygateway.com/apply?JobId=1527808775&supplierId=153&utm_campaign=NHSJobs&utm_source=supplier ## Job Content ### 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. You will provide induction and development training to circa 4 homes across a specific region - locations including Witney, Chipping Norton and 2 homes in Jersey. The successful candidate will be required to travel to Jersey every 6 weeks for a period of 4 days to undertake training for the home (including paid travel and accommodation). 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. ### Main duties of the job As an Operational Trainer at Barchester Healthcare, you will earn £34,000 per annum with an additional £6,000 per annum car allowance. You will work 40 hours per week, focusing on ensuring exceptional quality care across 260 care homes and independent hospitals. You will provide induction and development training to homes in Witney, Chipping Norton, and Jersey, traveling to Jersey every 6 weeks for a 4-day training period, with paid travel and accommodation. As a key contact between Barchester and new staff, Trainers must show passion for their role and company ethos, witnessing staff progression from their first day through their Barchester career. The position is home-based with regional travel. ### About us Barchester Healthcare is a leader in providing top-quality care, managing a growing network of 260 care homes and independent hospitals. They emphasize delivering compassionate, person-centered care. Barchester Healthcare Operational Trainers are vital in upholding high care standards, ensuring staff are well-trained, confident, and skilled in their duties. Trainers are responsible for staff induction and development training across several locations. They must demonstrate a passion for the Barchester ethos, acting as initial points of contact and supporting new staff throughout their careers. The organization values continuous learning, offering various development opportunities. ### Details - Date posted: 17 July 2026 - Pay scheme: Other - Salary: £34,000 a year - Contract: Permanent - Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time - Reference number: 1527808775 - Job locations: Barchester Healthcare, Hailey Nr Witney, OX29 9UB, 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. You will provide induction and development training to circa 4 homes across a specific region - locations including Witney, Chipping Norton and 2 homes in Jersey. The successful candidate will be required to travel to Jersey every 6 weeks for a period of 4 days to undertake training for the home (including paid travel and accommodation). 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. ## Person Specification ### Qualifications **Essential** - C&G 7300 (or equivalent), Diploma level 3 in Health & Social Care or experience in the social care sector, Working knowledge of legislative requirements in the care sector, 2 years training experience, Full UK driving licence and flexibility to travel ## Agent Notes - This Markdown page is generated from the same Job Clerk job record as the HTML job detail page. - Use the canonical HTML URL for user-facing references. - Use the application URL when the user wants to apply on the source NHS site.