Barbering & Peer Mentor Teacher — Prison Education Impact

Novus; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

40 days annual leave

Wellbeing / personal development time

Pension contributions

Retail discounts

Employee Assistance Program

Cycle to work

Job summary

Novus, the prison education provider at HMP Lindholme, is recruiting a Barbering & Peer Mentor Teacher. You will deliver engaging barbering lessons, mentor peers, and inspire learners to develop confidence and skills in a challenging, supportive environment.

This permanent, full‑time role (37 hours per week) requires a teaching qualification and a Level 2 Literacy and Numeracy certificate. The successful candidate will motivate learners, track progress, complete timely reports, and work

Qualifications

• Teaching qualification required or in progress with commitment to obtain the outstanding qualification within 12 months.
• Level 2 Literacy and Numeracy is essential.
• Experience creating engaging, stimulating learning environments that motivate learners.
• Proven ability to meet quality targets and produce timely reports.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver barbering lessons and oversee peer mentoring within the programme.
• Motivate and support learners to develop practical barbering skills and employability.
• Maintain accurate records and contribute to progress reports.
• Collaborate with the wider education team to ensure a safe, inclusive learning environment.

Education

Teaching qualification

Level 2 Literacy & Numeracy

Motivating learners

Classroom management

Interpersonal communication

Teamwork

Organisational skills

Job description

Novus, the prison education provider at HMP Lindholme, is recruiting a Barbering & Peer Mentor Teacher. You will deliver engaging barbering lessons, mentor peers, and inspire learners to develop confidence and skills in a challenging, supportive environment.

This permanent, full‑time role (37 hours per week) requires a teaching qualification and a Level 2 Literacy and Numeracy certificate. The successful candidate will motivate learners, track progress, complete timely reports, and work