Expert Lived ; Learning Disability Co-Trainer

Contract Type:
Zero Hours Contract
Pay Rate: £18.00 per hour

We are recruiting an Expert with Lived Experience (Learning Disability) Co‑Trainer based in Birmingham. This role supports the delivery of the Oliver McGowan Mandatory Training on Learning Disability to health and social care professionals.

This is a rewarding opportunity to use your lived experience to help improve understanding, promote inclusive practice, and influence real change in the quality of care provided to people with learning disabilities or autism.

• Co‑deliver the Oliver McGowan Mandatory Training alongside an experienced trainer
• Share personal lived experience to support learning, understanding, and empathy
• Engage confidently with training participants and respond to questions
• Support accessible, inclusive, and respectful training delivery
• Represent the voice of people with learning disabilities professionally and positively

• Lived experience of a learning disability (a formal diagnosis is not required)
• Comfortable speaking to small or medium‑sized groups
• Good communication and listening skills
• Able to share experiences clearly and appropriately
• Reliable, punctual, and well‑prepared for each session
• Committed to confidentiality and data protection

• Full Oliver McGowan training and ongoing support
• Opportunity to build confidence and develop new skills
• Flexible work through a zero‑hours contract
• The chance to make a real impact on care quality in Birmingham

Catalyst Care Group delivers trusted care services and professional training to health and social care organisations. We are values‑driven, inclusive, and focused on raising standards and making a positive difference in people’s lives.