AE Talent Solutions are delighted to be recruiting on behalf of our client for an experienced Functional Skills English Tutor to join the education team at HMYOI Werrington.
This is a rewarding opportunity for a Tutor who can do more than simply deliver training. You’ll be working with young people who may have had limited or disrupted education, helping them build their confidence, improve their English skills and achieve meaningful qualifications.
Based on-site at HMYOI Werrington, you’ll deliver City & Guilds Functional Skills English qualifications from Entry Level 1 to Level 2, working with small groups of prison-based learners to develop their skills, knowledge and confidence while supporting them with their longer-term goals and aspirations.
The Role
You’ll be responsible for creating engaging and inclusive learning experiences that encourage learners to participate, progress and achieve.
Your responsibilities will include:
Assessing learners’ individual needs and ensuring appropriate Individual Learning Plans (ILPs) are in place.
Planning and delivering engaging City & Guilds Functional Skills English lessons from Entry Level 1 to Level 2.
Adapting and differentiating lessons to meet different abilities, learning styles and individual needs.
Supporting learners who may have low levels of literacy or limited previous experience of education.
Regularly reviewing learner progress and adapting teaching and learning where required.
Motivating and encouraging learners to improve engagement, attendance and achievement.
Preparing learners for Functional Skills assessments and qualifications.
Providing constructive feedback and helping learners recognise their progress.
Completing registers, enrolment paperwork, ILPs, reviews and awarding-body documentation accurately and within required timescales.
Gathering learner feedback and contributing to improvements in curriculum content and delivery.
Working closely with colleagues and prison staff to support learners’ progression.
Contributing towards contractual KPIs and quality standards.
Maintaining a safe, respectful and positive learning environment.
What We’re Looking For
We’re looking for an enthusiastic and committed Tutor who is passionate about education and enjoys helping learners who may have had limited or disrupted experiences of education.
You will need:
Level 3 qualification in English.
Teaching qualification at Level 5 or above such as PGCE, Cert Ed, DTLLS or equivalent, or willingness to work towards one.
Experience delivering Functional Skills English qualifications from Entry Level 1 to Level 2.
Experience delivering City & Guilds Functional Skills English would be advantageous.
Strong lesson planning, classroom management and learner engagement skills.
Ability to adapt teaching methods to meet diverse learner needs.
Excellent communication, organisational and administrative skills.
The ability to remain calm, professional and confident when managing challenging situations.
A strong commitment to safeguarding, equality, inclusion and learner success.
A genuine passion for helping learners build confidence and achieve their potential.
An understanding of the Ofsted Education Inspection Framework (EIF) and how this translates into high-quality teaching and learning.
Experience of working within FE, adult education, alternative education or a prison/secure environment would be advantageous.
Security & Compliance
As this is a prison-based position, successful applicants will be required to complete the appropriate DBS/DS check and/or Prison Security Clearance, where applicable.
You will also need to provide evidence of your Right to Work in the UK.
Benefits
30 days annual leave
Cycle to Work scheme
Access to hundreds of discounts through the Additions portal
Employee Assistance Programme
Access to online wellbeing centre
Enhanced wedding leave
A paid volunteering day each year
Enhanced maternity scheme
Refer a Friend reward scheme
Holiday purchase scheme
Pension scheme
Life assurance