Change lives through education
Were looking for a passionate and committed Tutor to deliver high-quality education within a prison environment. This is a rewarding opportunity to support learners in developing the knowledge, skills, and confidence they need for rehabilitation, employability, and successful reintegration into society.
As a Tutor, youll play a vital role in creating a positive learning experience that motivates learners and helps them achieve meaningful qualifications.
This is a part-time role covering 22.5 hours per week.
What youll be doing
Teaching & Learning
Plan and deliver engaging, inclusive lessons tailored to individual learner needs
Create a positive and supportive classroom environment that encourages participation and achievement
Differentiate teaching to support learners with diverse abilities and backgrounds
Embed literacy, numeracy, digital skills, and employability into lessons
Use motivational approaches to improve learner engagement and attendance
Assessment & Progress
Assess learners starting points and develop individual learning plans (ILPs)
Conduct formative and summative assessments
Monitor and track learner progress accurately
Provide constructive feedback to support development and achievement
Prepare learners for internal and external qualifications
Learner Support
Act as a role model, building confidence, resilience, and self-esteem
Identify barriers to learning and work with support teams to address them
Promote wellbeing, personal development, and rehabilitation
Support learners in setting and achieving realistic education and career goals
Quality & Compliance
Maintain accurate records, registers, and assessment documentation
Contribute to quality assurance processes, including observations and audits
Ensure delivery meets awarding body and organisational standards
Adhere to all safeguarding, equality, and health & safety requirements
Teamwork & Development
Work collaboratively with colleagues, prison staff, and external partners
Take part in training, CPD, and team meetings
Contribute to curriculum development and sharing best practice
Support wider team needs, including occasional class cover
What were looking for
Essential
Maths and English (Level 3 required for Functional Skills Tutors)
Teaching qualification (Level 5+, e.g. PGCE/Cert Ed) or willingness to work towards
Strong teaching, communication, and classroom management skills
Ability to engage and support learners with diverse needs
Resilience and professionalism when working in challenging environments
Knowledge of safeguarding, equality, and health & safety
Experience delivering Functional Skills Maths & English (Entry 1Level 2)
Strong administrative skills (ILPs, registers, progress tracking) [
Desirable
Internal Quality Assurance qualification (or willingness to achieve)
Experience in prison, FE, or adult learning environments
Knowledge of OFSTED EIF
Experience with diagnostic tools such as BKSB
Experience using digital learning tools to enhance delivery
Why join us?
Make a genuine difference by supporting rehabilitation through education
Be part of a supportive and collaborative team
Access ongoing professional development and training
Deliver education that builds confidence, skills, and future opportunities
Our values
Were looking for people who live our core values:
Customer First improving lives is at the heart of what we do
True North acting with integrity and professionalism
Own It taking accountability and responsibility
Improve to be the best always striving to grow and develop
Apply now
If youre passionate about teaching and want to help transform lives through education, wed love to hear from you.
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