Cleaning Instructor

Novus; Bridgend; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days annual leave

Significant Pension contributions – Av

Job summary

Novus Gower is recruiting a Cleaning Instructor to deliver an entry-level, industry-recognised qualification for learners aiming to start in cleaning roles at HMP Parc, Bridgend. This permanent, full-time position requires 40 hours per week; teaching experience is preferred but not essential, with a focus on safe handling of cleaning materials, hygiene and health & safety.

You will support learners to build confidence, aid rehabilitation, and improve future employability within a prison

Qualifications

• Hold a qualification to deliver accreditation in the relevant vocational area to Level 3, or commit to gaining this subject-specific qualification within 2 years.
• Hold an Assessor award required by Awarding Bodies, or commit to gaining it within 1 year.
• Hold a PTLLS qualification, or be willing to gain it within 6 months.
• Hold or commit to gaining an Internal Verifier award within 1 year (dependent upon course accreditation requirements).
• Hold at least a Level 1 qualification in Literacy and Numeracy.
• Hold at least a Level 2 qualification in Literacy and Numeracy, or commit to gaining it within 1 year.
• Have at least 2 years’ experience in the relevant vocational area.

Responsibilities

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

Job description

The job requirements are detailed below. Where applicable the skills, qualifications and memberships required for this job have also been included.

Job details

Job title Cleaning Instructor Job reference REQ012960 Date posted 23/10/2026 Application closing date 20/11/2026 Location Bridgend Salary £28,815.28 - £35,552.77 annum Package Competitive Benefits + Aviva Auto-Enrolment Pension Scheme Contractual hours 40 Basis Full time Job category/type Teaching and Assessment Attachments Trainer.pdf Job description

Novus Gower is a leading prison education provider. We are recruiting a Cleaning Instructor to deliver an entry-level, industry-recognised qualification for learners looking to start out in cleaning roles. Trainer or teaching experience is preferred but not essential. You’ll need relevant hands‑on experience across the safe handling of cleaning materials and equipment, hygiene, and health & safety, along with a passion for sharing your knowledge and supporting learners to build confidence, aid rehabilitation, and improve future employability.

We have a great opportunity available to join Novus Gower, our prison education provider at HMP Parc, working as a Cleaning Instructor. This role is offered on a permanent, full-time basis, working 40 hours per week.

WhoareNovusGower?

At Novus Gower, we work with passion, care, and commitment to create the foundations for change.Wehave beensupportingmen, women and children of all ages and abilitieswithin prisoneducationalsettings across England and Walesfor decades. Weoperatenumeroushubsacrossthe United Kingdom,where our specialist teams are on hand to support Adults and Children to improve their employability prospects post-release.

Site Information

HMP Parc Prison is a Category B men's prison located in Bridgend, Wales. The prison accommodates individuals who have been convicted of various offenses requiring secure custody and rehabilitation. The prisons aim is to create an environment in which staff and prisoners feel safe at all times. 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.

RoleResponsibilities

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

Skills, Qualifications and Experience

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

• Hold a qualification to allow the delivery of accreditation in the relevant vocational area to Level 3, or commit to gaining this subject-specific qualification within 2 years.
• Hold an Assessor award required by Awarding Bodies, or commit to gaining it within 1 year.
• Hold a PTLLS qualification, or be willing to gain it within 6 months.
• Hold or commit to gaining an Internal Verifier award within 1 year (dependent upon course accreditation requirements).
• Hold at least a Level 1 qualification in Literacy and Numeracy.
• Hold at least a Level 2 qualification in Literacy and Numeracy, or commit to gaining it within 1 year.
• Have at least 2 years’ experience in the relevant vocational area.

Benefits

• 33 days annual leave, inclusive of bank holidays
• Significant Pension contributions – Aviva Auto-Enrolment Pension Scheme
• Retail Discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Cycle to Work Scheme

Safeguarding

Novus Gower 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 willbe requiredto undergoan appropriate DBScheck via the Criminal Records Bureau. Due to the educational aspect of our group some roles are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and would require an Enhanced DBS check and may be subject toadditionalonline checks as part of our pre-screening process.

Equal Opportunities Statement

Novus Gower is an equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from all sections of the community. We work to support our Veterans in employment and are also proud holders of the Disability Confident employer award. If you have reasonable adjustments, please let us know.

The closing date for this job advert is 20/11/2026. However, sometimes the job advert may close early if we receive a good response!