JOB DESCRIPTION: Training Officer (Ask Me Scheme)

Reports to National Training Centre Manager

Location Bristol (with some travel required)

Salary Starting salary of £25,346

Length of contract 37 hours per week, fixed term until March 2020

MAIN PURPOSE OF POSTTo support the development and delivery of the training for the ‘ask me’ scheme throughout England

DUTIES AND KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Adapt the tools and resources already developed for the scheme to local

requirements. Develop and deliver an induction package for local ‘ask me’ coordinators with the

National Training Centre and National Community Engagement Manager. Work with the training team to ensure the training package is appropriate for the

identified community representatives. Deliver a train the trainer programme to enable local community specialist

services to deliver the training and promote the concept of ask me in their region Observe initial deliveries after train the trainer to ensure consistency of delivery

and associated messages are consistent and standardised To be the point of contact for local services and ‘ask me’ coordinators/trainers. Ensure effective communication with the project group and coordination of

activities. Implement data collection processes to support the evaluation of the scheme. Assist in the overall evaluation of the scheme. Report regularly to the manager of the training centre, the community

engagement manager and any steering groups on progress of the scheme. To support the monitoring, evaluation and reporting on the impact of the project

with the Community Engagement Manager. To keep the Training Manager, Community Engagement Manager and other

relevant staff up to date on all project delivery issues. To maintain clear and adequate records of work done and to produce reports on

work programmes and activities as required. To take direction on priorities from the Line Manager. To carry out word-processing, filing, and administrative tasks necessary to comply

with the job description. To abide by all organisational policies, codes of conduct and practice, and to work

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To be flexible within the broad remit of the post. This job requires regular travel across regions throughout England.

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PERSON SPECIFICATION: Trainer- Ask Me Scheme

EXPERIENCEEssential:

Experience of developing and delivering training. Experience of evaluating training delivery to ensure it meets the objectives. Experience of engaging with a diverse group of people. Experience of writing and producing briefings, reports or other information

resources. Experience of supporting others to improve their response to domestic abuse

Desirable: Experience of delivering services to survivors of gender based violence.

SKILLS & ABILITIESEssential:

Excellent verbal communication skills to a wide range of audiences. Ability to plan and deliver projects within a set timeframe and with clear

outputs/outcomes. Ability to work on own initiative to meet objectives in a complex, changing

environment and to plan, initiate, manage and evaluate projects. Highly computer literate and proficient in word-processing, PowerPoint,

spreadsheets and databases, email and Website technology, preferably in a Windows based environment.

KNOWLEDGEEssential:

A very good understanding of the experiences and needs of adult and child survivors of domestic abuse and of the barriers to disclosure.

Understanding of the different learning styles and training delivery techniques. Excellent understanding of the role of a range of services in supporting survivors at

risk of gender-based violence. Excellent understanding of diverse local communities. A good understanding of the legislative and policy framework in relation to

preventing violence against women, domestic abuse and sexual violence.

EDUCATION/TRAININGEssential: Recognised teaching/training qualification - minimum PTLLS or equivalent.

Desirable Recognised domestic abuse qualification.

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OTHER REQUIREMENTSEssential:

Able to demonstrate a commitment and sensitivity of the aims and objectives of Women’s Aid;

Commitment to anti-discriminatory practice and equal opportunities; Willingness to work occasional unsocial hours as required.

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SUMMARY OF TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Terms of appointment: Confirmation of appointment will be subject to the satisfactory completion of a probationary period. This will normally be of six months (less for short term contracts). During this time an employee will be expected to establish their suitability for the post. During the probationary period employment may be terminated in writing, giving one week's notice by either party (this may be waived by mutual agreement). Only any statutory dismissal procedure will apply during the probationary period. There is no probationary period for contracts of under 3 months.

Salary: £25,346. Salary is paid in arrears through bank credit by the 25th of each month. Part time staff receive pro-rata payment based on hours worked.

Support and supervision: Women’s Aid has a commitment to providing regular supervision and support to staff with annual appraisals forming a key part of staff development. We have a training policy in place and encourage staff to take an active role in their career development plan. Pension: Women’s Aid is enrolled with the People’s Pension scheme. Women’s Aid normally contributes 7% of salary and the employee contributes 3% towards the group pension scheme. Eligible staff will be automatically enrolled on the scheme when they have successfully completed the 3 month interim probationary review. .

Annual Leave: Women’s Aid offers an annual leave entitlement of 25 days per year rising by one day per year until 30 days annual leave per year is reached. In addition, we offer 8 days public holidays plus 2 additional days in March and August. All leave entitlement is calculated pro-rata for part time employees.

Other leave: Employees have contractual rights to time off for reasons of sickness, maternity and other circumstances.

Period of notice: 1 month after your probationary period has been completed.

Union: You have a right to membership of a trade union. Women’s Aid recognises Unison.

Asylum and Immigration Act 1996: To confirm your right to work in the UK, Women’s Aid will need to see the original of at least one document from a specified list (available on the gov.uk website). Most commonly this is a British Passport.

Additional information is available on request.

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