Functional Skills English and Maths Teacher

Are you passionate about education and committed to helping learners unlock their full potential? Are you skilled or experienced in teaching Functional Skills English & Maths, with a desire to make a positive impact on the lives of those you teach? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you!\\n\\nThe LTE Group is a national, public-sector learning, training and education organisation with a clearly defined mission to 'improve lives and economic success through learning and skills.

Our 4,000 valued colleagues drive our delivery of specialist learning to over 100,000 learners in over 120 UK locations, across our six businesses.\\n\\nThe Group encompasses the strengths of each of our individual organisations: The Manchester College – further education | UCEN Manchester – higher education |Novus – prison education |Total People – apprenticeships |MOL – professional development.\\n\\nWe have a great opportunity on offer to join Novus, our prison education provider at HMP Feltham, working as a Functional Skills English and Maths Teacher. This position is offered on a permanent, full-time basis, working 37 hrs per week. \\n\\nNovus are a leading provider of prison education and have been supporting men, women, and children of all ages for over 30 years across the UK to take new directions.

We are also part of the LTE group of companies that also include, MOL, Total People, UCEN, and LTE group operations. We are currently rated "Good" by Ofsted. We have partnerships with over 1000 industry and employer partners to ensure our learners secure their place as the movers and shakers of the future.

Our business is growing year on year due to our continued success as a leading provider in prison education.\\n\\nSite information\\n\\nHMP Feltham, officially known as HM Prison Feltham, serves as both a Young Offender Institution (YOI) and a juvenile prison. It accommodates males aged 15-21 who have been remanded in custody or sentenced. The prison's mission is to provide a secure, safe, and rehabilitative environment that encourages positive change and prepares inmates for a successful reintegration into society.

Feltham is committed to providing a safe and educational environment where young people and adults can learn new skills in custody to help them on release.\\n\\nWhat the role entails\\n\\nAs a teacher, you will develop and deliver high quality, learner-focused education to meet contractual requirements and standards, in line with Novus policies and procedure; supporting learners and colleagues alike to ensure the best outcome for all who work within our sector. Please also view the list of generic role responsibilities included in the attached role profile.\\n\\nWhat we need from you\\n\\nIdeally 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.\\n\\nThe following qualifications are listed as essential on the role profile.

However, there might be options available for applicants with a suitable skillset and level of experience to apply and complete qualifications while in-post:\\n\\nTeaching qualification and where applicable, relevant subject specialist qualification – with a commitment to obtain the outstanding qualification within 12 months\\nLevel 2 qualification in Literacy and Numeracy\\nHold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)/ Qualified Teacher Learning and Skills (QTLS) or commit to work towards within a specified timeframe (Applies to Teachers in YOI only) \\n\\nColleague Benefits \\n\\nSuccessful candidates will be offered a salary between £29,047 – £38,124 per annum, plus £5000 LWA payment (FTE), dependent on your level of qualification and experience.\\n\\nAs part of the LTE Group family, you will also benefit from an excellent package including:\\n\\n40 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays\\n2 hours for wellbeing / personal development per week\\nSignificant Pension contributions (Teachers pension)\\nRetail Discounts\\nEmployee Assistance Program\\nCycle to work scheme \\n\\nThe 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. \\n\\nAll applicants must demonstrate in their application their ability to meet the Key Responsibilities, Key Result Areas and Qualifications/Skills/Experience detailed within the attached job description for shortlisting purposes.\\n\\nThe closing date for this job advert is 05/05/2025.

However, the job advert may close early if we receive a good response.\\n\\nThe 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