English Instructor

English Instructor – HMP Addiewell

Help change lives through education.

We are seeking adedicated and inspiring English Instructor to deliver high-quality English andliteracy education at HMP Addiewell. This is an opportunity to make ameaningful difference by helping individuals develop the skills, confidence andqualifications they need to build a more positive future.

Working within asecure custodial environment, you will support learners from diversebackgrounds and with a wide range of abilities to improve their literacy,communication and employability skills. Through education, you will helpindividuals overcome barriers, prepare for life after custody and takeimportant steps towards rehabilitation and resettlement.

At HMP Addiewell,education plays a vital role in helping people change direction. Every lesson,conversation and achievement can contribute to building confidence, improvingopportunities and supporting positive futures.

The Role

As an EnglishInstructor, you will plan, deliver and assess engaging English and ESOL lessonsthat meet the needs of adult learners. You will use inclusive, learner-centredapproaches to support progress, build confidence and help learners achieverecognised qualifications.

You will workclosely with education colleagues, prison staff and external partners tomonitor learner development, support sentence planning objectives and ensurelearners are prepared for further education, employment and successfulresettlement.

Key Responsibilities

Deliver engaging English, literacy and ESOL lessons tailored to learners’ abilities, needs and goals.
Plan, prepare and assess learning programmes aligned with relevant curriculum frameworks, including Functional Skills English, ESOL Entry Levels and appropriate English/reading assessments.
Differentiate teaching approaches to support a wide range of abilities, additional learning needs and learning styles.
Use a variety of teaching strategies, including group learning, one-to-one support and contextualised learning.
Assess learner progress, maintain accurate records and contribute to individual learning plans and progress reviews.
Prepare learners for assessments and support achievement of recognised qualifications.
Work collaboratively with colleagues, prison staff, allocation teams and awarding bodies to improve learner outcomes.
Promote education opportunities, encourage engagement and support recruitment of learners into programmes.
Ensure compliance with quality assurance, safeguarding, assessment and testing requirements.
Support rehabilitation by developing transferable skills that improve employability, independence and reduce barriers to successful resettlement.
Be available to work scheduled evenings and weekends when required.About You

You will be acommitted educator who understands the positive impact education can have onpeople’s lives. You will be patient, resilient and able to build effectiverelationships while maintaining professional boundaries within a secureenvironment.

You will have:

Experience working in a teaching, training or learning environment.
Experience delivering English, literacy and/or ESOL education.
A recognised teaching qualification, such as:
TQFE
PGDE
Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training (DET)
SCQF Level 7 qualification in teaching, education or learning and development
The ability and commitment to work towards a recognised teaching qualification within 18 months if not already achieved.
Subject expertise in English and/or ESOL.
Strong organisational skills, including planning, assessment and learner progress tracking.
The ability to adapt teaching styles to meet different learning needs.
A commitment to supporting rehabilitation and resettlement.Desirable experienceincludes:

ESOL qualifications such as CELTA, DELTA or an ESOL subject specialism.
Experience supporting learners with additional needs, including SEND or neurodiversity.
Experience working with learners who have experienced barriers to education or challenging circumstances.About Sodexo

At Sodexo, webelieve every interaction has the power to make a difference. Our culture isbuilt around three principles:

Be Positive – creating hope, respect and encouragement in every interaction.

Be Courageous – safely challenging behaviours and barriers that prevent positive change.

Be the Difference – taking action that improves outcomes for the people we support.

Join Sodexo andbecome part of a team where your work has purpose. This is more than a teachingrole — it is an opportunity to help people build skills, rebuild confidence andcreate a better future.

Package Description

£28,900 - rising to £30,144 after successful probation

Working with Sodexois more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater.

You’ll belong in acompany and team that values you for you; you’ll act with purpose and have animpact through your everyday actions; and you’ll be able to thrive in your ownway.

In addition, weoffer20+ Sodexo benefits such as Sodexo retirement plan, discounts toover 1,900 brands to shop online, Gym discount to maintain a healthy lifestyle,a confidential 24/7 employee assistance programme providing independent supportto overcome whenever life has its obstacles including emotional support, legaland financial advice.

For further detailsregarding our Sodexo benefits please see attached.

Ready to be part ofsomething greater? Apply today