Inspiring Painting & Decorating Tutor — Prison Education

Dovetail and Slate; England; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Dovetail and Slate is seeking a Painting and Decorating Tutor to deliver vocational learning within a prison education setting in the East of England. This permanent role focuses on practical skills and rehabilitation, helping learners progress into employment.

You will teach in small groups, adapting to varied educational backgrounds and needs while maintaining high standards of safety and documentation. The role supports growth and meaningful learner outcomes.

Qualifications

• A Level 2 vocational qualification in painting and decorating or a related construction trade.
• Substantial hands-on industry experience as a painter, decorator or finishing specialist.
• Experience delivering vocational or on-the-job trade training to diverse learners.

Responsibilities

• Delivering painting and decorating qualifications to groups of learners.
• Conducting initial assessments and diagnostics to identify learners' starting points and needs.
• Planning and adapting lessons to meet a diverse range of abilities and learning needs.
• Setting individual training plans and providing ongoing advice, guidance and constructive feedback.
• Maintaining strict workshop standards, including health and safety, tool control and workshop cleanliness, within a secure learning environment.
• Assessing learner work, tracking progress and maintaining accurate course documentation in line with awarding body guidelines.

Skills

Hands-on experience

Vocational training delivery

Education

A Level 2 vocational qualification in painting and decorating

Job description

Dovetail and Slate is seeking a Painting and Decorating Tutor to deliver vocational learning within a prison education setting in the East of England. This permanent role focuses on practical skills and rehabilitation, helping learners progress into employment.

You will teach in small groups, adapting to varied educational backgrounds and needs while maintaining high standards of safety and documentation. The role supports growth and meaningful learner outcomes.