Painting and Decorating Tutor

Trigon Recruitment Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading training organization is seeking a skilled Painting and Decorating Tutor to deliver high-quality vocational training in a prison setting. The role involves creating tailored training plans, delivering engaging lessons, and supporting learners to achieve their qualifications. Ideal candidates will have a Level 2 qualification in Painting and Decorating and substantial vocational experience. Strong communication skills and the ability to adapt teaching methods are essential. This position requires full presence on-site to engage with learners directly.

Qualifications

• Substantial vocational experience in Painting and Decorating.
• Experience delivering vocational training.
• Ability to use diverse teaching methods to engage learners.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Painting and Decorating training up to Level 2.
• Prepare, deliver, and review comprehensive lesson plans.
• Engage and motivate learners to increase retention and progression.

Skills

Delivery of Painting and Decorating training

Identifying individual learner needs

Creating personalised learning plans

Adapting curriculum content based on feedback

Strong communication and facilitation skills

Education

Level 2 vocational qualification in Painting and Decorating

Job description

Job Title: Painting and Decorating Tutor

Location: HMP Littlehey
Salary: From 30,000
Contract: Permanent
Prison-based role requiring full site presence and face-to-face learner engagement.

Role Overview:

We are recruiting a skilled Painting and Decorating Tutor to deliver high-quality vocational training within a prison setting. You will work with small groups of learners to develop practical skills, knowledge, and behaviours that support their long-term goals and reduce re-offending.

This role involves creating tailored training plans, delivering engaging lessons, and providing guidance to help learners overcome barriers and achieve qualifications. It requires flexibility, resilience, and a passion for vocational education.

Key Responsibilities:

Learner Support & Vocational Delivery

• Deliver Painting and Decorating training up to Level 2.
• Identify individual learner needs and create personalised learning plans linked to employment goals.
• Prepare, deliver, and review comprehensive lesson plans addressing vocational skills and employability.
• Engage and motivate learners to increase retention and progression.
• Provide constructive feedback and adapt curriculum content based on learner feedback.

Programme Administration & Compliance

• Complete all required documentation (registers, enrolment forms, ILPs, reviews, awarding body paperwork) in line with contractual deadlines.
• Ensure compliance with safeguarding, health and safety, and data protection standards.
• Meet contractual KPIs and performance targets.

Collaboration & Continuous Improvement

• Work with colleagues to support learner progression towards qualifications and employment.
• Contribute to curriculum development and continuous improvement initiatives.

Essential Criteria:

• Level 2 vocational qualification in Painting and Decorating.
• Substantial vocational experience in Painting and Decorating.
• Experience delivering vocational training.
• Ability to use diverse teaching methods to engage learners.
• Strong communication and facilitation skills.
• Understanding of safeguarding, equal opportunities, health and safety, and data protection.

Desirable Criteria:

• Teaching or assessing qualification (or willingness to work towards).
• Experience developing curriculum and delivering roll-on, roll-off programmes.
• Empathy and experience working with disadvantaged groups or in secure environments.
• Knowledge of OFSTED Education Inspection Framework (EIF).