Project Trainer

We are seeking Project Trainers to deliver Verbal’s unique shared reading model to schools across Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland (border Counties) as part of our PEACE of Mind project. Our Shared Reading Model combines biblio-therapy and cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) techniques to support mental health and emotional wellbeing through storytelling, literature and conversation.

• Delivering Verbal's shared reading model for our Peace of Mind project in Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland (border Counties).
• Consulting with various groups (for example, Teachers or Health professionals).
• Working closely with school staff to foster a supportive network for the children participating in our Peace of Mind project.

• Degree in Psychology or Health and Social Care, Social Work, Health & Development,Health Improvement.
• Proven experience facilitating training/workshops.
• Proven experience speaking and presenting to diverse audiences including presenting at seminars, workshops and training sessions.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to engage and inspirelearners.
• Excellent IT skills working with MS Office especially Word & Excel with the ability to document reports.
• Proven experience in successfully managing multiple task, meeting deadlines andprioritising activities.
• Strong analytical skills to identify challenges find solutions and make informed decisions to keep a project on track.
• Experience working collaboratively with cross-functional teams and fostering a positiveteam environment.
• Experience working with young people within an educational setting.

Conditions of Employment:
Right to work in the UK. This post requires the post holder to have a driving licence suitable for the UK and access to their own transport. This criteria will be waived in the case of a suitable applicant who has a disability, which prohibits them from driving but who is able to organise suitable alternative arrangements in order to meet the requirements of the post in full.

Provide 2 satisfactory references.

Successful applicants will be required to go through an enhanced Access NI check.

Successful candidates will be required to schedule their holidays in alignment with the school term calendar. However, in exceptional circumstances, this can be discussed with their line manager to seek a resolution.

Vacancy  Job
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26 Job Sector Education and Training,Childcare and Social Work Area Derry or Londonderry Location Derry/Londonderry Salary £31,346 per annum No. vacancies 2 Contract Type Temporary Weekly hours 36 Published date 15/01/2026 Closing date 02/02/2026 Worktime Monday - Thursday, 9:00am - 5:30pm & Friday, 9:00am - 4:00pm