Lecturer: Functional Skills English - Prison Education - HMP Gartree

Milton Keynes College Group; Market Harborough; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Functional Skills English Lecturer to join their prison education team. This role offers a unique opportunity to inspire and support learners in achieving their educational goals while helping reduce re-offending rates. You will deliver engaging lessons, foster confidence, and guide students through their learning journey, making a significant impact on their lives. If you are committed to providing a positive learning experience and have a passion for education, this role is perfect for you. Join a supportive environment that values professional development and employee wellbeing.

Benefits

38 days annual leave

Professional development opportunities

Employee Assistance Programme

Discounts with NUS Card

Wellbeing platform with free activities

Qualifications

• Experience in teaching Functional Skills English or similar.
• Ability to engage and inspire learners in a prison environment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging Functional Skills English classes to learners.
• Support learners in achieving qualifications and skills for employment.

Skills

Teaching Skills

Communication Skills

Creativity

Engagement Techniques

Education

Teaching Qualification

Degree in English or related field

Job description

Lecturer: Functional Skills English - Prison Education - HMP Gartree

Reference: FEB20250100

Expiry date: 23:59, Mon, 10th Mar 2025

Location: HMP Gartree, Market Harborough, LE16 7RP

Hours: 37.5 hours per week, 52 weeks per year

Flexible Working: We welcome applications from those seeking flexible or part-time hours

Salary: Up to £34,000 per annum subject to experience

Reporting To: Education Manager

IN SHORT

HMP Gartree has an exciting opportunity for a Functional Skills English Lecturer to join the prison-based Education Team. We are seeking a creative and inspiring Tutor who can deliver engaging classes to learners within the prison. As an English Lecturer/Tutor, you will support learners to achieve success and guide them through the courses, helping them to gain qualifications, confidence, and skills applicable to employment upon release or other areas within education.

MK College Group works to reduce re-offending by providing learners with opportunities to learn and develop skills. We would like you to be part of the learner’s journey, providing them with a positive learning experience.

If you are as passionate as we are about reducing re-offending and ensuring learners have a positive learning experience, this is a fantastic opportunity for you!

OUR BENEFITS

• 38 days annual leave, including bank holidays
• Professional development opportunities, including professional qualifications
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) accessible 24 hours per day, 365 days per year
• A variety of amazing discounts with NUS Card

Employee wellbeing platform with options to book free activities.