Learning Hub Manager

Sodexo; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 38,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Learning Hub Manager to lead educational initiatives at a correctional facility. This role involves managing a team of tutors, overseeing the induction process for new prisoners, and developing creative programs in subjects like Art and ICT. The ideal candidate will possess a full teaching qualification and demonstrate strong leadership and communication skills. By fostering partnerships with external organizations, you will play a crucial role in rehabilitating individuals and enhancing their skills for reintegration into society. Join this impactful position and make a difference in the lives of others.

Qualifications

• Full teaching qualification or willingness to work towards one is essential.
• Strong communication and leadership skills are a must.

Responsibilities

• Oversee educational programs and manage induction processes for new prisoners.
• Support a team of tutors and ensure high teaching standards.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Communication Skills

Adaptability

Passion for Rehabilitation

Experience in Educational Program Development

Education

Full Teaching Qualification (DTTLS, PGCE, Cert Ed)

Leadership and Management Qualification

Assessor or Internal Verifier Qualification

Job description

• Up to £37,944.10, depending on experience
• Permanent and full-time position
• 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday.
• Site-based role at HMP/YOI Peterborough.

Your Role as the Learning Hub Manager

As the Learning Hub Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing a dynamic range of educational and creative programs at HMP Peterborough. Your role will focus on managing the induction process for new prisoners and leading creative subjects such as Art, Radio Media, ICT, and Personal and Social Development (PSD).

You will manage and support a team of tutors and support staff, ensuring high standards of teaching and learning through quality assurance, performance evaluations, and curriculum development. Your role will also involve monitoring educational progress, engaging with stakeholders, and ensuring compliance with national and local policies.

In addition to your management duties, you will play a key role in rehabilitation efforts by forming relationships with external partners, including businesses, educational institutions, and community organisations. Your leadership will help provide prisoners with valuable skills and training, improving their chances of successful reintegration upon release.

The Ideal Candidate

• Full teaching qualification (DTTLS, PGCE, Cert Ed) or willingness to work towards one
• Leadership and management qualification (or willingness to obtain)
• Strong communication and leadership skills
• Passion for rehabilitation and offender resettlement
• Experience in educational program development and quality assurance
• Ability to adapt to changing educational and prison regulations
• Assessor or Internal Verifier qualification
• Experience in a prison education environment
• Proven track record of leadership in education or training

To be considered for an interview you must:

• provide evidence in your application that you meet the minimum criteria in the job description.
• meet all of the qualifications, skills or experience defined as essential