Learning and Development Trainer - Fostering​/Social Worker

Learning and Development Trainer – Fostering/Social Worker

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We are looking for an enthusiastic and passionate person to join our Learning and Development team on a full‑time basis. You will work with foster carers, social workers and other stakeholders to deliver effective training that supports the children and young people in our care to reach their full potential.

• Deliver engaging, reflective, and stimulating training (in‑person and online) to diverse audiences.
• Understand fostering regulations, child‑care law, and regulatory inspection frameworks.
• Develop and maintain engaging learning and training materials, integrating trauma‑informed and relationship‑based approaches.
• Model Compass’s vision and values in practice and promote a comprehensive learning ethos.
• Demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication.
• Be proficient in Microsoft Word and PowerPoint; willingness to learn in‑house databases.
• Apply strong reflective and interpersonal skills.
• Collaborate with stakeholders (social workers, managers, carers).
• Work under pressure and manage workload whilst remaining calm and professional.
• Apply strong safeguarding practice.

• Previous training and facilitation experience with foster carers and social workers.
• Coaching and guiding reflective skills.
• Ability to create interactive digital content (SCORM packages, video modules).
• Awareness of diversity, equity, and inclusion in training delivery and ability to tailor content to culturally diverse audiences.
• Awareness of Dyadic Developmental Practice principles.

• Career development pathways and support for senior roles.
• Competitive salary based on training and experience.
• Bonuses – £200 service award on the two‑year anniversary and up to £500 special recognition award.
• Health and wellbeing support, cashback for appointments, and monthly vouchers.
• Life assurance scheme – 3× annual salary after successful probation review.
• Holiday – 27 days, increasing to 30 days after 4 years’ service.
• Car allowance.

The recruitment process aims to create and maintain a safe workforce and contains robust vetting procedures. Successful applicants will be appointed subject to satisfactory references. Compass reserves the right to close this vacancy early upon receipt of sufficient applications.

Compass is an equal‑opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.