Creative Arts Tutor

Serco Limited; Leicester; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

An international employer is seeking a Creative Arts Tutor for their team in Leicester. The role involves designing and delivering engaging educational programmes, managing learner accreditation, and building positive relationships with learners. Candidates should possess a minimum Level 3 award in Education and Training and a qualification in Creative Crafts. This full-time position offers a salary between £28,000 and £34,000, excellent benefits, and a focus on professional development and growth.

Benefits

31 days holiday including bank holidays

Pension scheme up to 6%

Access to over 1,100 internal courses

Employee Assistance Programme

Discounts across around 1,000 retailers

Paid volunteering day

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 3 award in Education and Training or equivalent.
• Minimum Level 3 qualification in Creative Crafts or a related subject area.
• Recent and relevant teaching experience in your subject area.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver educational programmes that align with course aims.
• Plan engaging lessons using high-quality materials and resources.
• Manage all aspects of learner accreditation.
• Keep accurate records of attendance, progress, and achievements.
• Build positive relationships with learners to foster a productive environment.

Skills

Interpersonal communication skills

Verbal communication skills

Written communication skills

Flexibility

Deadline management

Education

Level 3 award in Education and Training (QCF) or equivalent

Level 3 qualification in Creative Crafts or related area

Job description

Serco Limited

Location: HMP Fosse Way, Leicestershire, LE18 4TN

Salary: £28,000 – £34,000 (depending on experience) plus excellent benefits

Schedule: Full-Time (40 hrs per week), Permanent

Ready to impact a better future?

As a Creative Arts Tutor in our HMP Fosse Way team, you’ll help learners unlock their creativity and develop practical skills for life beyond prison. Your work will have real purpose – you’ll support growth, innovation, and positive impact on communities. You’ll nurture a supportive, inspiring environment where every learner can take pride in their achievements and look forward to a brighter future.

What you’ll do as a Creative Arts Tutor

• Design and deliver educational programmes that align with course aims, reviewing and improving content for quality.
• Plan engaging lessons using high-quality materials and resources to optimise learning.
• Manage all aspects of learner accreditation.
• Keep accurate records of attendance, progress and achievements, and provide performance reports as needed.
• Build positive, professional relationships with learners to foster a productive learning environment.
• Support security procedures by carrying out rub‑down searches of prisoners when required.

Does this sound like you?

• A minimum Level 3 award in Education and Training (QCF), or equivalent.
• A minimum Level 3 qualification in Creative Crafts or a related subject area.
• Experience in roles requiring strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated flexibility and ability to meet deadlines under pressure.
• Recent and relevant teaching experience in your subject area.

Discover all you need to keep growing. We’re one of the top 1% of international employers, so you can have confidence you’ll be part of a highly supportive culture with leaders you can count on to help you achieve your goals. From mentoring and training to our focus on internal progression, we’re proud to offer clear development opportunities – and the support and tools to help you seize them.

What we offer

• Holidays: 31 days including bank holidays.
• Pension: Up to 6% contributory pension scheme.
• Training and development: Over 1,100 internal courses available, funding for qualifications and apprenticeships (including L3 Team Leader and L5 Operations Manager apprenticeships), mentoring opportunities, and a focus on internal progression.
• Health and wellbeing: Employee Assistance Programme, Bupa Anytime HealthLine, wellbeing app, 30% off at Serco‑managed leisure centres, and 24/7 access to a virtual GP service.
• Discounts: Discounts across around 1,000 retailers, from food and clothing to days out, entertainment and travel.
• Charity: Paid volunteering day, tax‑free charitable giving through Payroll Giving Scheme, donate your pennies from your monthly pay to the Serco People Fund Charity.
• Employee networks: Our networks support inclusion and connection by providing spaces for collaboration, learning, and belonging. They represent and empower diverse groups including LGBTQIA+ employees, women, parents and carers, people with disabilities, veterans, and people from all cultural backgrounds.

Let’s impact a better future, together. Apply today.