Our Assisting and Moving People – Facilitators Training course (train-the-trainer course) is a comprehensive two-day program designed to equip facilitators with the knowledge and practical skills to guide their teams in safe and effective person-centred moving and positioning techniques. Combining hands-on and theory-based learning, this course helps facilitators ensure that staff perform moving and positioning tasks with safety, dignity, and compliance with best practices and legal standards.
This course is ideal for care staff in facilitator, trainer or supervisory roles who are responsible for training or overseeing others in the safe moving and positioning of individuals.
Course Description
Our Assisting and Moving People – Facilitators Training course equips facilitators with the essential knowledge and skills to enhance safety and dignity during moving and positioning tasks, while fostering confidence and professional competence. The practical training includes the use of a designated ground-floor practical training room equipped with essential tools such as a profiling bed, ambiturn, slide sheets, turning table, mobile hoist, a variety of slings, a bed ladder system, and a wheelchair. By completing this comprehensive training, participants will be able to:
- Understand Relevant Laws and Legislation:
Gain the knowledge to ensure compliance with regulatory standards, fostering a safe and legally compliant care environment that protects both staff and individuals. - Gain Basic Awareness of Anatomy and Physiology:
Build a foundational understanding of the human body to perform tasks more safely and with greater awareness of individual needs. - Apply Principles of Safer Moving and Positioning:
Learn practical, service-specific techniques to minimise injury risks, enhance efficiency, and maintain dignity during moving and positioning tasks. - Use Equipment Safely and Effectively:
Master the identification and use of essential equipment, optimising outcomes and boosting the confidence of care teams. - Identify Condemned and Dangerous Moves:
Learn to spot and eliminate unsafe practices, safeguarding the physical well-being of both care staff and individuals. - Produce and Follow Risk Assessments and Care Plans:
Develop personalised, actionable plans that prioritise safety, ensuring consistent, high-quality care for each individual. - Prevent and Manage Falls:
Equip yourself with proactive strategies to reduce fall risks, handle incidents effectively, and protect individuals from harm. - Provide Hands-On Assistance:
Enhance your skills to confidently assist with moving and positioning tasks in a way that prioritises safety, dignity, and comfort. - Reduce the Risk of Injury:
Cultivate a culture of safety by adopting techniques that protect staff and individuals from preventable injuries. - Complete Competency Assessments:
Evaluate and document the skills of team members, maintaining high standards and meeting regulatory expectations. - Provide Constructive Feedback and Action Plans:
Deliver actionable, supportive feedback to encourage improvement and help your team excel in their roles.
With a balance of practical and theory-based learning, this course helps facilitators enhance the quality of care provided by their teams while meeting regulatory standards.
Practical Assessment Note:
During the practical element, participants will be observed completing a practical assessment in a classroom environment following demonstrations. Please note that a strict dress code is required for participation in the practical activities. This includes no short skirts, no low-cut tops, and full shoes (no heels) to ensure safety and maintain dignity during the session.
Compliance and Quality Assurance
Our Moving and Positioning People training for Facilitators is designed to meet the care needs of your end-users and help you fully meet the related regulatory CQC compliance standards against which your service may be assessed. Our courses strictly follow the Skills for Care recommended guidelines and are mapped to the Key Lines of Enquiry (KLOE’s) and CQC Fundamental Standards.
CQC Standards
This course aligns with the Care Quality Commission (CQC) Key Lines of Enquiry (KLOEs) and Fundamental Standards, specifically:
CQC KLOEs:
- Safe: S2, S3
- Effective: E1, E2
CQC Fundamental Standards:
- Safety
Why This Matters:
- Compliance with Regulatory Standards: Our training content is developed in strict accordance with CQC guidelines, helping your organisation remain compliant with legal and professional requirements.
- Promoting Best Practices: By following the CQC framework, we ensure that our training promotes the highest standards of care, focusing on safety, effectiveness, compassion, and responsiveness.
- Continuous Improvement: The CQC framework encourages a culture of continuous improvement. Our training incorporates these principles, fostering ongoing professional development and excellence in care delivery.
Delivery of the Training
This course is delivered by an expert trainer at dates and times of your choosing. Training is hosted at our premises, accommodating up to 8 individuals in both our practical and training rooms. All course materials and refreshments are provided. Alternatively, training can be conducted at your premises if the required equipment is available and safe to use, with adequate space for all attendees.
Customisation and Relevance: We can adapt the content of this training to include your organisation’s core values, mission, policies, and procedures. By incorporating examples of documents used within your organisation, we ensure that the training is relevant and clear to your staff.
Expertise and Support: Delivered by expert trainers with extensive experience in the field, our courses provide comprehensive knowledge and skills to your team. To help your team stay updated and compliant, we can provide additional refresher courses designed to ensure that staff remain proficient in best practices. These refresher courses can be scheduled as needed to maintain high standards of care.
Course Materials and Certification
Certificates will be issued upon completion, along with copies of completed evaluation forms for your records. We are flexible on start times to accommodate all shift patterns, including evenings and weekends.
Our Facilities
- Disability access building
- Ground flood training facilities (at request)
- Comfortable classroom lecture/study environment
- Toilet & Washrooms inc. disabled access
- Refreshments provided
- Designated Practical Training Room (ground floor):
- Profiling bed
- Ambiturn
- Slide sheets
- Turning table
- Mobile hoist
- Variety of slings
- Bed ladder system
- Wheelchair
- Location: Our training centre is based in Middleton, Manchester, UK. For precise directions, click here to view us on Google Maps (opens in a new tab)
Pricing and Duration
- Time required: Two full days
- Accommodates: Up to 8 people
- Price: £750
Suggested Refresher Frequency
To ensure ongoing competence and performance:
- Monitor and assess staff performance regularly.
- Evaluate knowledge and skills at least annually.
- Provide additional learning and development opportunities as needed, with mandatory refreshers at least every 2 years.
Benefits of Our Training
Why Choose Us?
- Expert Trainers: Learn from experienced professionals who are passionate about care.
- Comprehensive Content: Our training covers all essential aspects of each topic, ensuring your staff are well-prepared to provide high-quality care and support in their specific area of practice.
- Quality Assurance: Our courses meet the highest standards, ensuring compliance with all relevant frameworks, guidelines, and legislation specific to each course, including Skills for Care recommendations and CQC standards.
- Flexible Delivery: Choose from face-to-face sessions at our training centre or your premises, with training available at times to suit all shift patterns.
- Customisable Training: Tailor the course to reflect your organisation’s unique values and requirements.
- Refresher Courses: We offer refresher courses to keep your team proficient in up-to-date and best practices.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
- What is Assisting and Moving People – Facilitators Training, and why is it important?
he Assisting and Moving People – Facilitators Training course is designed to equip facilitators with the knowledge and skills needed to guide their teams in performing safe, effective, and dignified moving and positioning tasks. It is crucial for ensuring compliance with legal standards, reducing injury risks, and promoting safe practices in care environments.
- Who should take the Assisting and Moving People – Facilitators Training course?
This course is ideal for care staff in facilitator, trainer, or supervisory roles who are responsible for overseeing or training others in safe moving and positioning techniques. It is suitable for those working in a variety of care settings, including residential care, supported living, and day services.
- What will I learn in the Assisting and Moving People – Facilitators Training course?
Participants will learn how to apply principles of safer moving and positioning, use equipment effectively, develop risk assessments and care plans, prevent and manage falls, and provide hands-on assistance. The course also covers how to deliver constructive feedback and assess the competency of team members.
- How long is the Assisting and Moving People – Facilitators Training course?
The course lasts for two full days, providing both practical and theoretical learning to ensure that facilitators are well-equipped to train others in safe and effective moving and positioning techniques.
- Can the Assisting and Moving People – Facilitators Training be customised to meet our organisation’s needs?
Yes, we can tailor the training to reflect your organisation’s core values, mission, policies, and procedures. We can incorporate your organisation’s documents and examples into the training to make it as relevant as possible for your team.
- Can this course be accredited?
Yes, we can accredit this course, integrating the Level 3 Award in Education and Training at an additional cost of £200 per person. There will be 3 written assignments to also complete to meet the requirements of this qualification. Please discuss this with us at the point of booking so we can follow the necessary registration processes. Thank you.
- Do you offer any follow-up or refresher training?
Yes, we offer refresher training courses to ensure that facilitators and care staff remain up-to-date with best practices in moving and positioning. We recommend refresher training every two years or when there are updates to relevant guidelines or equipment.
- Where can the Assisting and Moving People – Facilitators Training be delivered?
The training can be delivered at our training centre in Middleton, Manchester, or at your premises if the required equipment and space are available and safe to use. We offer flexible scheduling, including evenings and weekends, to accommodate different shift patterns.
- What is the maximum number of participants in a training session?
Our training sessions can accommodate up to 8 participants to ensure each individual receives focused, hands-on attention in the practical training environment.
- Will I receive a certificate after completing the Assisting and Moving People – Facilitators Training?
Yes, certificates will be issued upon successful completion of the course. These certificates validate the participant’s competence in training others on safe moving and positioning practices.
- How often should my team refresh their Assisting and Moving People training?
We recommend refreshing the training every two years to ensure continued compliance with the latest standards and practices, and to maintain a high level of competency among your team.
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