Deputy Local Education Manager

Novus; Greater Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

40 days leave + 8 bank holidays

Wellbeing / personal development time

Significant Pension contributions

Retail discounts

Employee Assistance Program

Cycle to work scheme

Job summary

Novus, a prison education provider, is seeking a Deputy Local Education Manager to work with the Local Education Manager at HMP Manchester. The role is permanent, full-time, 37 hours per week, to lead educational delivery and shape our site’s teaching strategy.

You will develop and empower teaching teams, ensure high-quality education, manage partnerships, and drive continuous improvement while upholding safeguarding and Ofsted expectations.

Qualifications

• Teaching qualification – Cert Ed or PGCE.
• Level 2 qualification in Literacy and Numeracy.
• Developing, leading and managing a team effectively.
• Managing colleagues, deployment and delegation of tasks.
• Implementing and managing continuous quality assurance and improvement procedures.
• Successful partnership working.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Motivating and enthusing teams.
• Organisational skills to prioritise workload and meet deadlines.
• Analysing trends and impact on curriculum.
• IT skills and contract management.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Team management

Communication

Motivation

Organisation

IT literacy

Contract management

Curriculum analysis

Deadline prioritisation

Quality assurance

Partnership working

Education

Cert Ed / PGCE

Level 2 Literacy & Numeracy

Tools

IT skills

Job description

Job description

Are you a strategic, forward-thinking leader with a passion for driving educational excellence? We're searching for an exceptional Deputy Local Education Manager to join our Local Education Manager in leading our innovative and dedicated team! If you're ready to shape the future of education, inspire staff, and create a transformative learning environment, this is the opportunity for you. Take a leading role in shaping our educational vision, implementing cutting-edge practices, and ensuring our students receive the highest quality education to reach their full potential!

We have a great opportunity available to join Novus, our prison education provider at HMP Manchester,working as a Deputy Local Education Manager. This role is offered on a permanent, full-time basis, working 37 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 Manchester is a Category A and B men's prison in Manchester, England. Established in 1868 and designed by Alfred Waterhouse, it is known for its iconic ventilation tower and long-standing role as a high-security facility. HMP Manchester serves as a local prison for remanded prisoners awaiting trial and sentencing, as well as those serving long-term sentences and is committed to rehabilitation, offering educational programs, vocational training, and support services aimed at reducing reoffending.

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

• Teaching qualification - minimum Cert Ed or PGCE
• Hold at least a Level 2 qualification in Literacy and Numeracy
• Developing, leading and managing a team effectively
• Managing colleagues including the deployment of those colleagues and appropriate delegation of tasks
• Implementing and managing continuous quality assurance and improvement procedures
• Successful partnership working
• Effective Communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to motivate and enthuse teams
• Organisational skills to prioritise workload to meet challenging deadlines and targets
• Analysing trends and identifying impact on curriculum
• IT skills
• Contract management skills

Benefits

• 40 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays
• 2 hours for wellbeing / personal development per week
• Significant Pension contributions
• 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.

Equal Opportunities Statement

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.

The closing date for this job advert is 28/10/2026. However, sometimes the job advert may close early if we receive a good response!