Expert with Lived Experience (Learning Disability or Autism) Co-Trainer
| Posting date: | 08 February 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £18 per hour |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 10 March 2026 |
| Location: | Manchester, Greater Manchester |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Catalyst Care Group |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | 7XXR5R6X |
Summary
Contract Type: Zero Hours Contract
Pay Rate: £18.00 per hour
We are recruiting an Expert with Lived Experience (Learning Disability or Autism) 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.
Key Responsibilities
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
About You
Lived experience of a learning disability or autism
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
Whats on Offer
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
About Catalyst Care Group
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.
Pay Rate: £18.00 per hour
We are recruiting an Expert with Lived Experience (Learning Disability or Autism) 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.
Key Responsibilities
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
About You
Lived experience of a learning disability or autism
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
Whats on Offer
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
About Catalyst Care Group
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.