Are you passionate about education and committed to helping learners unlock their full potential? Are you skilled in Functional Skills English and 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!
We have a great opportunity to join our education team as a Functional Skills (Maths & English) Tutor for Novus, our prison education provider at HMP Five Wells (Wellingborough), offered on a permanent, full-time basis working 37 hours per week.
At Novus we work with passion, care, and commitment to create the foundations for change.
For almost 30 years we have been helping men, women and children of all ages and abilities, in prison settings across England and Wales, to take new directions.
What the role entails
You will work with, and be supported by, our amazing team of dedicated professionals to deliver high quality Level 2 English and Maths qualification for up to 15 learners.
You will need passion and understanding in your approach which will in turn help them to secure future employment opportunities post-release.
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. Delivery happens between Monday and Friday and weekends and evenings are strictly for rest and relaxation.
What we need from you
In order to be successful in the role of Tutor, you will need:
* A teaching qualification or subject specialist qualification at Level 4 (Level 5 - new standards) with a commitment to obtain the relevant outstanding Level 4 (Level 5 - new standards) qualification within a specified time scale (required).
* Hold at least a Level 2 qualification in Literacy and Numeracy.
* Track record of effective teaching in subject specialism.
Ideally 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.
Benefits
Successful candidates will be offered a salary of between £28,879.45 to £34,836.20 per annum, depending on your level of experience.
Our Colleagues also receive:
* 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.
* Additional behavioural and complex need support.
* Excellent pension scheme options including Teachers Pension 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.
Safeguarding
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 and may be subject to additional online checks as part of our pre-screening process.
Equal Opportunities Statement
At The LTE Group, we're committed to providing an environment free from discrimination, bullying, harassment, or victimisation, where all members of our community are treated with respect and dignity.
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