Business and Retail Teacher

Novus; North East; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

An established education provider in the UK is seeking a Business and Retail Teacher for a part-time position at HMP Low Newton. The successful candidate will create engaging learning environments, hold relevant teaching qualifications, and ensure the achievement of educational quality targets. Join a team committed to making a positive impact in the lives of learners. The role offers 18.5 hours per week, with various benefits including annual leave and retail discounts.

Benefits

40 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays (Pro Rata)

Retail Discounts

Employee Assistance Program

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Teaching qualification required, with commitment to obtain outstanding qualification.
• Relevant Level 2 qualifications in Literacy and Numeracy required.
• Hold Qualified Teacher Status or commit to work towards it.

Responsibilities

• Create engaging learning environments for students.
• Produce accurate and timely educational reports.
• Meet various educational quality targets.

Skills

Teaching qualification

Level 2 qualification in Literacy and Numeracy

Creating stimulating learning environments

Achievement of quality targets

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or Qualified Teacher Learning and Skills (QTLS)

Relevant subject specialist qualification

Job description

Overview

We have a great opportunity available to join Novus, our prison education provider at HMP Low Newton, working as a Business and Retail Teacher. This role is offered on a permanent part-time basis, working 18.5 hours per week.

Who are Novus?

Novus are a leading provider of prison education and have been supporting men, women, and children of all ages for over 30 years across the UK to take new directions. We are also part of the LTE group of companies that include The Manchester College, MOL, Total People, UCEN, and LTE Group Operations. We are currently rated "Good" by Ofsted and have partnerships with over 1000 industry and employer partners, ensuring our learners secure their place as the movers and shakers of the future. Our business is growing year on year due to our continued success as a leading provider in prison education.

Site Information

HMP Low Newton is the North East"s only all-female prison located in Durham. It caters to both young offenders and adult women. The team"s aim is to create an environment in which staff and prisoners feel safe, and where causes of prison stress are minimised. The prison"s mission is to provide a secure, safe, and rehabilitative environment that encourages positive change and prepares inmates for a successful reintegration into society.

Role Responsibilities

Please see the attached role profile for an overview of general role responsibilities. Specific details pertaining to the nature of the role are shared during the interview process.

Skills, Qualifications and Experience

To be successful in this role, you will need to:

• Teaching qualification and where applicable, relevant subject specialist qualification - with a commitment to obtain the outstanding qualification within 12 months
• Level 2 qualification in Literacy and Numeracy
• Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)/ Qualified Teacher Learning and Skills (QTLS) or commit to work towards within a specified timeframe (Applies to Teachers in YOI only)
• Creating stimulating, vibrant environments which are conducive to learning and motivational for learners
• Achievement of quality targets
• Producing accurate and timely reports
• 40 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays (Pro Rata)
• Retail Discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Cycle to work scheme

Safeguarding

The LTE Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All applicants will be required to undergo an appropriate DBS check via the Criminal Records Bureau and may be subject to additional online checks as part of our pre-screening process. Some roles are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and would require an Enhanced DBS check.

Novus is committed to providing an environment where everyone is valued as an individual and where learners and colleagues can work, learn, flourish and develop their skills and knowledge in an atmosphere of dignity and respect. We are committed to working in an inclusive way with all the communities in which we are geographically located and to developing a workforce and learner community that reflects the UK"s rich diversity and vibrancy.

Closing date

The closing date for this job advert is 10/10/2025. However, sometimes the job advert may close early if we receive a good response!

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