In-Prison Painting & Decorating Tutor

Dovetail and Slate; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Dovetail and Slate is hiring a Painting & Decorating Tutor to deliver practical training on-site at HMP Feltham in Greater London. You will develop learners’ craft skills, surface preparation, and workplace discipline through hands-on workshops and targeted theory.

The role requires a Level 2 P&D qualification and substantial decorating experience, with opportunities for funded teaching qualification development during probation.

Qualifications

• Level 2 vocational qualification in Painting & Decorating or related construction trade.
• Significant hands-on painting/decorating experience.
• Experience delivering vocational or on-the-job training to learners.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver practical Painting & Decorating training modules in workshops.
• Create individual training plans and provide ongoing guidance and feedback.
• Maintain health & safety, workshop standards, and cleanliness in a secure environment.
• Track learner progress and document outcomes per awarding body guidelines.
• Align training with employment opportunities in decorating sectors.

Skills

P&D qualification

Hands-on painting

Training delivery

Teaching desirable

Education

P&D Level 2

Job description

Dovetail and Slate is hiring a Painting & Decorating Tutor to deliver practical training on-site at HMP Feltham in Greater London. You will develop learners’ craft skills, surface preparation, and workplace discipline through hands-on workshops and targeted theory.

The role requires a Level 2 P&D qualification and substantial decorating experience, with opportunities for funded teaching qualification development during probation.