Functional Skills English Tutor

Serco Limited; Marchington; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading service provider in Marchington is looking for a Functional Skills English Tutor to join the team at HMP Dovegate. In this role, you will deliver essential English tutoring to adult male prisoners, bringing a passion for education and strong interpersonal skills. This position offers competitive salary and a supportive work environment committed to professional development.

Benefits

Up to 6% contributory pension scheme

Training and coaching opportunities

Supportive team culture

Qualifications

• Have proven experience of working in an environment that demands strong interpersonal skills.
• Have demonstrated flexibility and the ability to work to deadlines.
• Experience of a custodial environment would be an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Join us at HMP Dovegate to deliver Functional Skills English tutoring.
• Provide training to adult male prisoners in a custodial setting.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Written communication

Oral communication

Flexibility

Technical knowledge

Education

Level 3 Award in Education and Training (QCF)

Level 3 - subject specialism

Job description

Staffordshire based

Full Time, Permanent

Salary - £28,000 - £36,000 per annum

We are looking for a Functional Skills English Tutor to join us at HMP Dovegate - a Category B adult male facility near Uttoxeter, Staffordshire where we care for up to 1160 male adult prisoners over the age of 21 serving a range of sentences including trial, remand, those awaiting sentence and convicted men serving long and short-term sentences.

What I need to do the role?

• Level 3 Award in Education and Training (QCF)
• Level 3 - subject specialism
• Have proven experience of working in an environment that demands strong interpersonal, oral and written communication skills.
• Have demonstrated flexibility and the ability to work to deadlines and under pressure.
• Recent experience and appropriate knowledge.
• Experience of a custodial environment would be an advantage
• Experience of working with learners from non-traditional backgrounds
• Good technical knowledge and skills

What we offer

• Up to 6% contributory pension scheme
• A fantastic culture and supportive team where you'll get the chance to make a positive difference in a company passionate about diversity and inclusion
• Interesting and enjoyable work
• Committed to professional and personal development with a wide range of training and coaching opportunities to expand your capabilities

Why Serco?

A place you can make an impact - With approximately 20,000 asylum seekers and more than 5,000 properties you'll be delivering an essential service that touch people's lives.

A place you can count on - Our diverse UK-wide operations offer unrivalled opportunities to learn and develop. You'll be able to broaden your experience and apply your skills in new ways.

A place for you - We are a motivated team who will encourage you and help you to succeed. You'll have the resources you need to do your job in a diverse and supportive environment.