Expert with lived experience co-trainer

Share Your Experience to Help Train Health and Care Staff

We are looking forindividuals who are experts with livedexperience of autism or learning disability to help deliver training for health and social care staff.

This training is called the Oliver McGowan Mandatory Training on Learning Disability and Autism (Tier 2).

The training helps staff:

• Understand autism and learning disabilitiesbetter

• Learn how to support people well

• Make services more inclusive and accessible

• Your real-life experience is an important part of the training

About the Role

You will work with a trained professional to deliver face-to-face training do not need teaching experience we will give matters most isyour lived experienceandyour willingness to share it to help others learn.

What You Will Do

• Help deliver training sessions

• Talk about your real-life experiences in a safe and supported way

• Explain howsmall changescan help people

• Support group discussions and activities

• Help create a respectful and inclusive learning environment

Who Can Apply

• Individuals with aformal autism diagnosis

• Peoplewith a learning disability with a formal diagnosis

Skills and Qualities

• You musthavea good levelof independence and not require 1:1 supportwhilst delivering training

• You musthave the ability to travel totraining sessionsvia own transport or public transport

• Be reliable and committed

• Feel comfortable speaking to small or large groups

• Be able to share your experiences safely and appropriately

• Care about improving services for autistic people and people with a learning disability

What You Will Receive

• Full training and induction

• Support from a co-facilitator

• The chance to help improve health and social care services

How to Apply

Please write a short statement aboutyour lived experienceandwhy you would like to take part in the training.

You do not need to writeformally;simple and honest answers are welcome.

Founded in 1986 The Wilf Ward Family Trust is dedicated to enhancing the lives of individuals with disabilities. We empower them to lead fulfilling lives and embrace innovation to stay at the forefront of social care. Join us on our journey towards equality and a brighter future. Welcome to the Wilf Ward Family Trust.