Maths and English Tutor

Sodexo; Pendlebury; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading facilities management company is looking for a Teacher of English and Maths at HMP Forest Bank. The role involves teaching, developing educational programs, and supporting diverse learners. The ideal candidate has a PGCE, teaching experience, and is passionate about offender rehabilitation. Benefits include a retirement plan, discounts, and support for eligible candidates.

Benefits

Retirement plan

Gym discounts

Employee assistance programme

Qualifications

• Essential teaching qualification required (PGCE or equivalent).
• Experience teaching Maths and English with knowledge of Functional Skills is crucial.
• Familiarity with SEND/Learning Difficulties and Disabilities necessary.

Responsibilities

• Teach accredited and non-accredited English and Maths courses.
• Plan and evaluate courses tailored to learner needs.
• Identify and respond to individual learning needs.

Skills

Teaching Maths and English

Communication skills

Understanding of SEND/LDD

Flexible and enthusiastic

Passion for offender rehabilitation

Education

PGCE or equivalent teaching qualification

Job description

Sodexo is seeking a resilient and motivated Teacher of English and Maths to join the Education Department at HMP Forest Bank. This role is integral to delivering high-quality education that supports offenders' rehabilitation and equips them with essential skills to reduce reoffending and increase employability.

Responsibilities

• Teach accredited and non-accredited English and Maths courses up to Level 2, including Functional Skills.
• Plan, develop, implement, and evaluate stimulating courses and learning activities tailored to learners' needs.
• Deliver initial assessments and diagnostic testing to place learners appropriately and signpost them to relevant educational pathways.
• Challenge and motivate hard-to-reach and sometimes challenging learners, promoting positive behaviour and increased self-esteem through effective role modelling.
• Identify and respond to individual learning needs, including learners with SEND/Learning Difficulties and Disabilities (LDD), and develop suitable support plans.
• Collaborate with education and regime delivery teams to provide a broad and relevant educational programme.
• Maintain excellent quality assurance standards to meet OFSTED and internal inspection requirements.
• Ensure strict adherence to Prison Service and HMP Forest Bank security policies and procedures.
• Monitor and report on learner attendance, progress, achievement, and qualification outcomes.
• Participate actively in team meetings, course reviews, and continuous professional development initiatives.

Qualifications

• Essential: PGCE or equivalent teaching qualification.
• Essential: Experience teaching Maths and English, with sound knowledge of Functional Skills.
• Essential: Understanding of SEND/Learning Difficulties and Disabilities (LDD).
• Essential: Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, adaptable to diverse learners.
• Essential: Flexible, responsive, and enthusiastic with a commitment to innovation and self-motivation.
• Essential: Passionate about offender rehabilitation and resettlement.
• Essential: Committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion principles.
• Desirable: Experience working with challenging behaviours.
• Desirable: Experience in a prison or secure environment.

Benefits and Equal Opportunity

At Sodexo, we are committed to equal opportunities and inclusivity. We celebrate diversity and welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds. We operate a Disability Confident approach for eligible candidates and provide support through our Disability Confident interview scheme where applicable. We also offer benefits such as a retirement plan, discounts with numerous brands, gym discounts, and an employee assistance programme. Further details regarding benefits are available on request.