Community Group Training is part of The National Training Academy
Our vision is that community groups across the UK should be able to access flexible and affordable training and support. We aim to be a one stop shop for community groups needing training, advice and support.
A new addition to our support offer are FREE live Q and A sessions via Periscope. Join us on Twitter @infoCGT to ensure you get all the latest updates, let us know what Q and A sessions you’d like to see.
One goal: “to provide affordable, engaging and relevant on line training and support to volunteers and staff working for small to medium sized community and voluntary groups”
Bringing relevant, meaningful training to those who need it.

Our Team

Maxine is also a trustee of Homestart in Newcastle, providing leadership and guidance to the organisation.

In addition Claire is a trustee for the National Resource Centre for Supplementary Education bringing a wealth of practical experience to the table.

He’ll also be working closely with the team to produce e-bulletins, keeping people posted with what’s up and coming, new courses and lots more.

Kallum will be learning about all aspects of instructional design, photo editing and much more.

Claire has extensive experience in developing policies and procedures including recruitment and selection and support and supervision. Competent, trustworthy and enthusiastic with a wealth of experience working with and for Voluntary and Statutory Organisations. Passionate about supporting individuals to reach their potential and working with organisations to achieve their aims.
In her spare time Claire has been involved with fundraising for many local charities, including the Douglas McMillan Hospice, which is close to her heart.

An experienced and qualified trainer specialising in safeguarding, equality and diversity,

Lesley is also a chair of a local charity, bringing years of experience and practical solutions to voluntary and community groups.

He is a corporate member of the Institution of Fire Engineers and a Technical member of the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health.
Since retiring from the Fire and Rescue Service in 2012, Paul has worked with many organisations to develop their fire risk assessments and to deliver fire safety training.
Paul still maintains links with the Fire Service as a member of Staffordshire Fire and Rescue Service’s Ceremonial Squad.
Paul assists pupils at Woodhouse Middle School in Biddulph with their preparation for and taking of SAT tests. He is also a qualified football referee and cricket umpire.

In response to this we have a first class trainer who can provide a range of first aid training courses in a classroom environment, giving you the knowledge and confidence in your practical first aid skills.
Mike Taylor has been training and assessing First Aid since 2003. He is a fully qualified teacher, holding a PGCE. Mike has previously held various roles within the leisure industry including those at a management level. He is also a Community First Responder attending 999 calls on behalf of West Midlands Ambulance Service.
Mike is available to provide first aid training across the UK, contact us for further information.