English Lead Tutor

Job Title: English Lead Tutor Location: HMYOI Werrington, Stoke-on-Trent Salary: From £34,000 per annum Contract: Full-Time, Permanent Start Date: ASAP Role Overview: We are seeking an experienced and inspirational English Lead Tutor to join a prison-based education team at HMYOI Werrington. This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a leadership role where you’ll not only deliver engaging and effective English sessions but also play a key part in shaping and leading the Functional Skills provision. This role involves managing a small team of Functional Skills tutors, supporting curriculum development, and ensuring high-quality teaching that meets Ofsted and contractual standards. You’ll be responsible for driving learner achievement and maintaining a learning environment that motivates and supports progression. Key Responsibilities: * Deliver high-quality English teaching sessions and act as a role model to the Functional Skills team. * Manage and support teaching staff using structured performance and development procedures. * Support the Assistant Education Manager to meet/exceed contractual KPIs and learner outcomes. * Lead curriculum planning, development and innovation for English Functional Skills. * Coordinate and monitor learning resources and facilities to maximise delivery efficiency. * Participate in quality assurance activities including SARs and QIPs. * Develop standardised learning and skills programmes that reflect both learner and employer needs. * Ensure compliance with Ofsted’s Education Inspection Framework and MoJ education requirements. * Manage induction, learner allocation, and behaviour expectations across the provision. * Build strong working relationships with awarding bodies and ensure compliance with assessment standards. * Promote positive internal and external partnerships to enhance learning delivery. * Attend leadership meetings and contribute to strategic and operational goals. * Maintain up-to-date and accurate learner records in line with GDPR and safeguarding requirements. * Comply with all HM Prison Services security protocols and health & safety standards. * Deliver against agreed KPIs relating to learner recruitment, retention and achievement. * Be fully based on-site in line with prison education delivery requirements. Essential/Desirable Criteria: Essential: * Full Level 5 teaching qualification (e.g. PGCE, Cert Ed, DTLLS). * Subject specialism in English (minimum Level 3). * Proven experience leading or managing a team of tutors. * Experience in delivering Functional Skills English. * Experience developing curriculum/programmes of learning. * Ability to meet quality standards and drive continuous improvement. * Strong understanding of Ofsted (EIF) and performance frameworks. * Excellent communication, mentoring and leadership skills. * Commitment to safeguarding, equal opportunities and reducing re-offending through education. Desirable: * Experience working in a secure, FE, or alternative education setting. * Knowledge of HR strategies such as appraisals and staff development. * Ability to manage learner induction, behaviour and allocation processes. * Track record of successfully improving teaching quality and learner outcomes. * Understanding of the challenges faced by learners with complex needs or barriers to education. Benefits: 30 days holiday + Bank Holidays Pension Scheme – 5% employee contribution / 3%+ employer contribution Ongoing CPD and career progression support Collaborative, learner-focused working environment