RecruitmentJunky is recruiting on behalf of a well-established provider of prison education & rehabilitation services, and they're looking for a passionate Functional Skills Maths Tutor to join their education team at a young offenders' institution near Werrington.
This is a genuinely rewarding opportunity to join a values-led organisation that supports learners on their rehabilitation journey and invests heavily in staff development.
The Role
You'll deliver City & Guilds Functional Skills Maths qualifications (Entry Level 1 to Level 2) to small groups of up to 12 learners with varied educational backgrounds and needs. Using adaptive teaching methods and digital resources, you'll conduct initial assessments, build Individual Learning Plans, and help learners build the skills and confidence needed to move into employment and turn their lives around.
What They're Looking For
* Level 3 qualification in Maths
* Teaching qualification at Level 5+ (PGCE, Cert Ed, DTLLS or equivalent), or willingness to work towards one
* Experience delivering Functional Skills Maths
* Strong lesson planning and classroom management skills
* Ability to adapt teaching to diverse learner needs
* Excellent communication and administrative skills
* A genuine commitment to safeguarding, equality and learner success
Desirable: experience in prison/adult/further education, familiarity with BKSB diagnostics, and knowledge of Ofsted's EIF.
What's on Offer
* Salary from £30,000
* Permanent, full-time role
* 30 days annual leave (teaching roles)
* Cycle to work scheme
* Pension scheme & life assurance
* Employee Assistance Programme and online wellbeing centre
* Enhanced maternity leave and wedding leave
* A paid volunteering day each year
* Access to hundreds of employee discounts
Location: Werrington
Interested candidates should be qualified or working towards a Level 5 teaching qualification, with a passion for education and belief in second chances.
Please note: any offer of employment may be subject to pre-employment screening, including background, reference and qualification checks.
Work Location: In person
Salary description
£30000.00 - £35000.00 per year