Weston College is the regional provider for the Prison Education Framework (PEF) across the South West of England and is now seeking to recruit an outstanding and highly motivated Learning Facilitator at HMP Eastwood Park.
This is a permanent full-time role, working 37 hours per week.
Day to day duties of the role
Develop positive working relationships and liaise regularly with curriculum staff, HMPPS etc to meet learning needs of prison population.
Work collaboratively with the curriculum team to identify and support teaching, learning and assessment activities.
Extend learning and literacy with the curriculum team by implementing / supporting reading and learning experiences across the prison.
Develop an outstanding learning experience that is flexible and responsive to the needs of the learners.
Required skills and qualifications
Good level of technical ability and competent user of technology with Level 2 IT Qualification (or higher).
Level 3 qualifcation – eg IT or Media
Good interpersonal and communication skills
Strong organisation and time management skills
About HMP Eastwood Park
HMP Eastwood Park is a closed women’s prison located in South Gloucestershire. The prison is dedicated to creating a safe and educational environment for women, equipping them with essential skills to enhance their reintegration into society and reduce the likelihood of reoffending. The prison offers a diverse range of subjects, including English, maths, cleaning and recycling, ICT, beauty, customer service, hospitality, and art, enabling residents to gain valuable skills which can be used in employment upon release. Our Education Department supports over 360 women, ranging from Entry Level 1 up to full degree programs, ensuring every individual can achieve their educational aspirations.
Benefits
Generous holiday entitlement
Dedicated staff welfare officer and wellbeing champions
Generous pension scheme
Local and national staff discounts
Free parking
Various staff committees including Equality, Diversity and Inclusion, Autism and Menopause
Focus on staff wellbeing
Wellbeing@weston hub
Eye care including free eye test and a contribution towards glasses
Employee assistance programme – available 24/7, 365 days a year
Training and development opportunities with a focus on progression
Weston College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
The successful candidate will be required to obtain the appropriate prison clearance before starting the role.
Please be aware that Weston College reserves the right to close this vacancy early should sufficient applications be received.
Due to the volume of recruitment, we are unable to offer feedback to any unsuccessful candidates.
We reserve the right to expire vacancies prior to the advertised closing date if a sufficient number of applications have been received.
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