Functional Skills Tutor at HMP Five Wells

Are you an experienced teacher/trainer with in-depth knowledge of the education sector? Feeling drained by working every evening, weekends, and holidays? Seeking a better work-life balance? Novus Prison Education offers a compelling opportunity to impact learners' lives while unlocking your potential. Join us to make a difference and inspire positive change through education. We have a fantastic opportunity at HMP Five Wells to join the Novus education team as our Functional Skills Tutor on a permanent, full-time basis, working 37 hours a week. Job description We are recruiting for a Functional Skills Teacher to join our education team at HMP Five Wells. You will be working alongside the Functional Skills Team to teach high quality Entry – Level 2 English and Maths lessons to groups of up to 15 learners. This is a classroom-based role, based on site. You will need passion and understanding in your approach which will in turn help our learners to secure future employment opportunities post-release. We always try to cater to a learner's individual needs and ensure we create a positive learner experience. We ensure all learners can access learning, feel welcome and get the right support to develop their individual talents to achieve their goals. Time will be given when you start to give you a thorough induction, you will also have time throughout your week as well for planning your lessons. Your Local Education Manager is always on hand to provide support as and when needed. Due to the nature of the establishment, all aspects of the role are carried out onsite – no more spending your evenings and weekends planning! As part of our commitment to you, we offer access to high-quality Career Development programmes to inspire your professional development. In turn, that will ensure you are able to keep pace with developments in your relevant industry and to be able to deliver best practice. To be successful in the role, you will need: A full teaching qualification and experience teaching English and Maths courses required. However, the right candidate with appropriate experience might be considered if they are committed to completing their teaching qualification within the first year of employment. Commitment to gain an assessor award required by relevant Awarding Bodies, within one year. Hold at least a Level 2 qualification in Literacy and Numeracy (GCSE) or be willing to commit to gaining the qualification(s) within 1 year. Excellent communications skills and ability to work with a group of learners with a range of abilities Ideally experience of Teaching in a similar settingIdeally you will want to be a part of a team which has at its core a focus on improving lives and enabling and equipping learners to develop, grow and be equipped for a life of work and success. You'll be a self-starter with a passion to learn and grow yourself and will bring passion, dedication, and positivity to your new role. Colleague Benefits As part of the LTE Group family, you will benefit from an excellent package including: Extensive annual leave which can be taken throughout the year and not restricted to school holiday times. Monday to Friday working pattern. Our in-house 'Evolve' training programme, which offers you the chance to upskill and further your career through a wide range of recognised qualifications. We support you through a teacher training qualification and assessor qualifications. Full package of training to support working in a Prison environment. Good progression routes into management positions within education. Learner class sizes are much smaller than in FE colleges. Able to be flexible and innovative with the curriculum. Part of the wider community of the prison service. Additional behavioural and complex need support. Excellent pension scheme options including Teachers Pension scheme. Our comprehensive in-house awards scheme. An Employee Assistance Programme including a free, confidential, 24/7 support service. Health care discounts through Simply Health. Retail discounts through You at Work.The LTE Group is an equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from all sections of the community. If you feel you could make a difference in this rewarding and growing sector, please click on the 'Apply online' button below. All applicants must demonstrate in their application their ability to meet the Key Responsibilities, Key Result Areas and Qualifications/Skills/Experience detailed within the job description for shortlisting purposes. The closing date for this job advert is 17/01/2025. However, the job advert may close early if we receive a good response. The LTE group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All applicants will be required to undergo an appropriate DBS check via the Criminal Records Bureau. Due to the educational aspect of our group some roles are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and would require an Enhanced DBS check and may be subject to additional online checks as part of our pre-screening process