Art Tutor:Part Time - Prison Education - HMP Erlestoke

Milton Keynes College Group; Devizes; On-site; GBP 39,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Art Tutor to join their Education Team at a prison-based setting. This part-time role offers the chance to inspire adult learners through creative art classes, helping them develop essential skills and confidence. The position allows you to make a meaningful impact on the educational journey of individuals preparing for their release, fostering a positive learning environment. If you are an artist eager to share your knowledge and contribute to reducing re-offending, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a dedicated team committed to making a difference in the lives of learners.

Benefits

35 days annual leave

Generous Pension Scheme

Professional development opportunities

Employee Assistance Programme

Discounts with NUS Card

Employee well-being platform

Qualifications

• Experience in art teaching with a passion for inspiring adult learners.
• Ability to develop creative and engaging lesson plans.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging art classes to diverse groups of learners.
• Support learners in developing creative and personal skills.

Skills

Art teaching

Creative skills

Communication

Inspiring others

Education

Teaching qualifications

Art degree

Job description

ART TUTOR: Part Time - Prison Education - HMP Erlestoke

Location: HMP Erlestoke, Erlestoke House, Erlestoke, Devizes, SN10 5TU

Hours: 19 hours per week, 52 weeks per year (Mon-Thurs mornings - 8:00am-12:45pm)

Salary: Up to £19,326 pro rata (£38,144 FTE) Subject to experience

Apprenticeships: Development opportunities are available through Apprenticeship standards

Reporting To: Education Manager

IN SHORT

Are you a working artist who would like the opportunity to teach part time alongside this?

Could you lead inspiring and creative sessions for adult learners?

Milton Keynes College Group is proud to support talented and passionate learners who attend the art classes within our prison-based education departments. We are seeking an Art Tutor to join the Education Team based at HMP Erlestoke to deliver Art classes to diverse groups of learners.

As a successful Art Tutor, you will inspire and deliver exciting and engaging Art classes where learners can develop not only their creative skills, but also softer skills, confidence, and personal progress they can apply to other areas of their education and life upon release. This is an exciting opportunity to work with a diverse group of learners in the prison and have a lasting positive impact on their educational experience.

We would like you to be part of the learner’s journey, offering your skills and knowledge to guide them throughout their courses. If you are as passionate as we are about reducing re-offending and ensuring learners have a positive learning experience, this is a fantastic opportunity for you!

Teaching qualifications are beneficial but not essential and can be gained whilst in post.

MK College will treat all applicants fairly and with respect, irrespective of their background, disability, or any other individual characteristic. We particularly encourage applications from people with backgrounds that are currently under-represented within Milton Keynes College. All offers made to successful candidates are subject to satisfactory outcomes to a range of pre-employment checks including a Disclosure and Barring Service check (DBS). In addition, security clearance is required for all prison services positions up to Counter Terrorist Check (CTC) level.

Our Benefits

1. 35 days annual leave, 3 additional days leave for Christmas to New Year closure and UK Bank Holidays (entitlement will be pro-rated for part-time employees)
2. Generous Pension Scheme
3. Professional development opportunities, including professional qualifications applicable to the role
4. Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) accessible 24 hours per day, 365 days per year
5. A variety of amazing discounts with NUS Card
6. Employee well-being platform with options to book free activities

About HMP Erlestoke

HMP Erlestoke is a Category C prison, holding approximately 444 adult male sentenced offenders. The prison is built on the former grounds of Erlestoke Manor House and has expanded in both offender numbers and intervention programmes. HMP Erlestoke’s focus is firmly fixed on reducing re-offending and preventing future victims of crime by preparing offenders for their release through accredited intervention programmes, skill and vocational-based training, and education, in a pro-social environment.

Courses at HMP Erlestoke include Maths, English, IT, Horticulture, Carpentry, Cleaning and Support Services, Hospitality, Creative Craft, Customer Service, Team Leading, Learning Support, and much more.

The education delivery hours are Monday to Thursday 8:30am - 11:15am, 2:00pm - 4:30pm and on Fridays 8:30am - 11:15am.

Erlestoke staff and learners get involved with various projects each year. In 24/25, Erlestoke held an archaeological dig and a two-week Arts festival “Penned Up” giving learners the opportunity to hear from authors refreshing attitudes, thinking, and developing a focus on reading.

Erlestoke issues an internal magazine highlighting various events, projects, and support alongside articles, interviews, and shared experiences as well as promoting well-being and education.

HMP Erlestoke strives to provide a safe, decent, and secure environment for offenders, staff, and visitors.