Education Teacher: ESOL & Lifeskills in Justice Setting

Serco; Clapham; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday allowance

Pension scheme

Training courses

Employee assistance

Discounts for retailers

Volunteer day

Flexible/hybrid working

Job summary

Serco is seeking an Education Teacher at the Yarl’s Wood Immigration Removal Centre in Bedford. You will deliver inclusive learning programmes spanning ESOL, literacy, numeracy, IT and other activities to residents, helping them build academic, vocational and life skills.

The role requires day/evening/weekend work and offers a supportive benefits package, training, and progression opportunities within a diverse, values-driven environment.

Qualifications

• TEFL, ESOL or CELTA qualification with the ability to teach English as a second language.
• Experience working within a teaching, training or learning environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build trust and positive relationships.
• Able to plan, organise and manage multiple priorities while maintaining high standards.
• Self-motivated with a commitment to continuous improvement, innovation and professional development.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging education and training programmes, including ESOL, literacy, numeracy, IT and other learning activities.
• Prepare high-quality lesson plans, learning resources and teaching materials to support effective learning outcomes.
• Monitor learner progress, mark work and maintain accurate records of attendance, achievements and individual learning plans.
• Promote education opportunities across the centre and encourage participation from residents.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues across activities, residential services, faith provision and safer communities’ teams to support equality, diversity and inclusion.
• Maintain safe, secure and professional learning environments while complying with all operational, security and regulatory requirements.

Skills

TEFL

ESOL

CELTA

Job description

Serco is seeking an Education Teacher at the Yarl’s Wood Immigration Removal Centre in Bedford. You will deliver inclusive learning programmes spanning ESOL, literacy, numeracy, IT and other activities to residents, helping them build academic, vocational and life skills.

The role requires day/evening/weekend work and offers a supportive benefits package, training, and progression opportunities within a diverse, values-driven environment.