At a Glance
- Tasks: Co-deliver impactful training on learning disabilities and autism in your community.
- Company: Join Unique Training Solutions, a Disability Confident Employer with a supportive team.
- Benefits: Flexible hours, £30 per hour, fully funded training, and ongoing support.
- Other info: No prior training experience needed; we provide all the support you need.
- Why this job: Use your lived experience to make a real difference in health and social care.
- Qualifications: Must have a learning disability and be comfortable sharing your experiences.
The predicted salary is between 30 - 30 £ per hour.
Do you have Lived Experience of a Learning Disability and would like to become a Co Trainer, delivering Oliver McGowan Training locally in your community? We currently have an immediate need for trainers living in and around the Oxford (Oxfordshire), High Wycombe/Milton Keynes (Buckinghamshire) and Reading/Wokingham (Berkshire) areas.
We offer a blend of:
- Work from home (online delivery of Tier 1)
- Face-to-face delivery locally (within 1 hour of home) of Tier 2 programmes
If you have a learning disability and feel comfortable sharing your experiences to help others learn, we have the perfect opportunity for you. Your lived experience is essential to delivering the Oliver McGowan Mandatory Training on Learning Disability and Autism. We will fully fund your training and support you every step of the way so you can become a confident Co-Trainer, delivering sessions online and (if you choose) in person. You will always work alongside an experienced Facilitator Trainer who will support you throughout.
Training and Support
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
The Role
As a Co-Trainer with Lived Experience, you will:
- Co-deliver Oliver McGowan Mandatory Training
- 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 a learning disability and experiences they feel comfortable sharing
- Is passionate about improving understanding and respect
- Feels confident speaking to groups, or is willing to build confidence
- 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
You do not need previous training experience — we will provide everything you need to succeed.
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.
Hours: Flexible (1–20 hours per week)
Pay: £30 per hour
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.
Lived Experience Learning Disability, Co Trainer - Bucks/Oxford/Berks in Reading employer: Unique Training Solutions
Unique Training Solutions in Frimley is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and flexible work environment for Trainers passionate about health and social care. With competitive day rates and opportunities for professional growth within a national training community, employees can thrive while making a meaningful impact in the lives of those with autism and learning disabilities.
