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Craig Richardson

Sunderland,Tyne and Wear

Summary

Experienced professional with a strong focus on facilitating development and growth within organisations. Skilled in designing and implementing training programmes that enhance team performance and foster a culture of continuous professional development. Proven track record in driving positive change through training needs analysis, strategic training planning and collaborative approaches to learning and development..

Possesses strong communication and problem-solving skills, translating to successful team development. Dedicated to empowering teams to achieve impactful outcomes.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work history

Learning and Development Facilitator

HC One
Sunderland
2025.01 - Current

Elevate training standards by delivering impactful accredited and non-accredited sessions, leading to improved staff competency.
Maximise compliance by updating training materials in line with legislative changes, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
Drive quality of care through targeted training needs analyses, resulting in bespoke training programmes that meet resident-specific requirements.

Learning and Development Trainer

North East Autism Society
Sunderland, Tyne and Wear
2016.06 - 2023.12

Oversaw the delivery of a comprehensive range of accredited and non-accredited training for staff at all levels.
Ensured training materials were continually updated in line with legislative changes and best practices.
Evaluated training needs across multiple settings, including educational institutions and residential facilities.
Collaborated with management to design bespoke training solutions that effectively met the specific needs of service users.
Facilitated external training sessions for a variety of organisations, including Honda, Darlington City Council, and the Royal Victoria Infirmary, enhancing their staff capabilities.

Support Worker

North East Autism Society
Sunderland, Tyne and Wear
2014.01 - 2018.06

Facilitated the development of independence and social skills for adults with learning disabilities and/or difficulties in diverse environments.
Implemented a person-centred approach to enhance positive behaviour, confidence, and self-esteem.
Contributed to individual care plans by providing feedback on progress, enabling tailored adjustments for optimal support.

Assistant Manager

Herbert Brown Jewellers
Sunderland, Tyne and Wear
2009.09 - 2013.12

Directed staff training sessions weekly, enhancing skills in new computer systems for pawn brokering and short term loans.

Oversaw store operations, including stock audits and valuation of high-value items such as Rolex watches.

Cultivated a positive workplace culture through effective leadership and team-building initiatives.

Implementation of staff training including travelling to other regions to train staff on using new computer systems regarding pawn brokering and short term loans.

Education

Level 4 Certificate - Moving and Handling

Edge Services
York
2026.03 - 2026.03

Train the Trainer - Safer People Handling

MAYBO
Birmingham
2026.02 - 2026.03

Train the Trainer - Mental Health First Aid, First Aid for Youth Mental Health Instructor

NUCO
UK

Train the Trainer - Student first aid instructor certificate

NUCO
UK

Train the trainer - Health and Safety

NUCO
UK

Certificate -

IOSH
UK

Level 2 Certificate - Equality and Diversity

NCFE
UK

Level 4 Certificate - Education and Training

Sunderland College
Sunderland

Level 4 Certificate - Preparing to Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector

Sunderland College
Sunderland

Diploma of Higher Education - History and Criminology

University of Sunderland
Sunderland

A-Levels - History, Design and Technology Systems, Religious Studies, General Studies

St Robert of Newmister School and Sixth Form College
Sunderland

GCSEs - English Language, English Literature, Maths, Science, History, Religious Education, DT, Geography

St Robert of Newminster School and Sixth Form College
Sunderland

Skills

  • Multi-Level facilitation
  • Online training platforms
  • Knowledge of gdpr
  • Training programmes creation
  • Peer collaboration
  • Professional certification
  • Course material design
  • Adaptable to changes
  • Competency evaluation
  • Patience and resilience
  • Self-Improvement drive
  • Self-Motivated and driven
  • Coaching expertise
  • Assessment designing
  • Communication strengths
  • Performance evaluation

Timeline

Level 4 Certificate - Moving and Handling

Edge Services
2026.03 - 2026.03

Train the Trainer - Safer People Handling

MAYBO
2026.02 - 2026.03

Learning and Development Facilitator

HC One
2025.01 - Current

Learning and Development Trainer

North East Autism Society
2016.06 - 2023.12

Support Worker

North East Autism Society
2014.01 - 2018.06

Assistant Manager

Herbert Brown Jewellers
2009.09 - 2013.12

Train the Trainer - Mental Health First Aid, First Aid for Youth Mental Health Instructor

NUCO

Train the Trainer - Student first aid instructor certificate

NUCO

Train the trainer - Health and Safety

NUCO

Certificate -

IOSH

Level 2 Certificate - Equality and Diversity

NCFE

Level 4 Certificate - Education and Training

Sunderland College

Level 4 Certificate - Preparing to Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector

Sunderland College

Diploma of Higher Education - History and Criminology

University of Sunderland

A-Levels - History, Design and Technology Systems, Religious Studies, General Studies

St Robert of Newmister School and Sixth Form College

GCSEs - English Language, English Literature, Maths, Science, History, Religious Education, DT, Geography

St Robert of Newminster School and Sixth Form College
Craig Richardson