Painting & Decorating Tutor- HMP

Dovetail & Slate Ltd; London Borough of Lambeth; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

London weighting

Funding for teaching qualifications

On-site role

Job summary

Dovetail & Slate Ltd. is recruiting a Painting & Decorating Tutor to join the on-site vocational education team at HMP Feltham in London.

You will deliver practical training and qualifications in painting and decorating to small groups of prison-based learners, developing their craft, surface preparation, and workplace discipline to support their future employment prospects. The role requires Level 2 vocational credentials in painting & decorating or related trade, substantial hands-on

Qualifications

• Level 2 vocational qualification in Painting & Decorating or related construction trade.
• Substantial hands-on industry experience as painter/decorator/finishing specialist.
• Teaching or assessing qualification desirable; funding provided to achieve qualifications during probation.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver Painting & Decorating training modules.
• Create and monitor Individual Training Plans for each learner.
• Maintain health & safety, surface hygiene, tool control and workshop standards.
• Assess learner work and track progress per awarding body guidelines.
• Support rehabilitation goals and employability opportunities for learners.

Skills

Painting & Decorating

Trade experience

Health & safety

Workshop management

Learner assessment

Education

Level 2 Painting & Decorating qualification

Job description

Recruitment for education and the public sector

Painting & Decorating Prison Education prison

Levels: Level 2 Vocational

Also teaches: Construction Trades Surface Preparation

Job Description

Job Title: Painting & Decorating Tutor

Location: HMP (Brixton, Greater London)

Salary: From £30,000 + £5,000 London Weighting per annum

Contract: Permanent, Full-Time

The Opportunity

Are you an experienced painter and decorator looking to step off the site and use your trade skills to build better futures? Do you want to play a key role in reducing reoffending by giving young adults and adult learners in custody the practical trade skills, safety habits, and confidence needed for post-release employment?

We are recruiting for a practical, dedicated Painting & Decorating Tutor to join the vocational education team on-site at HMP Feltham. In this hands-on role, you will deliver practical P&D training and qualifications to small groups of prison-based learners, developing their technical craftsmanship, surface preparation skills, and workplace discipline to help them reach their full potential.

What You Will Be Doing

Vocational Instruction: Plan and deliver engaging Painting & Decorating training modules, combining practical workshop sessions with essential trade theory and surface preparation techniques.

Individual Training Plans: Ensure tailored training plans are established for every learner, providing ongoing advice, guidance, and constructive feedback throughout their learning journey.

Workplace Standards & Security: Instill strict industry standards—including health & safety, surface hygiene, tool control, and workshop cleanliness - within a secure learning environment.

Progress Tracking: Assess learner work, track practical achievements, and maintain detailed course documentation in line with awarding body guidelines.

Rehabilitation Focus: Build learner self-esteem, work-readiness, and motivation, aligning training directly with employment opportunities in the commercial and residential decorating sectors.

What We Are Looking For

Trade Qualifications: A Level 2 (or higher) vocational qualification in Painting & Decorating or a related construction trade.

Vocational Expertise: Substantial hands-on industry experience as an expert painter, decorator, or finishing specialist.

Training Experience: Proven experience delivering vocational or on-the-job trade training, with the ability to use varied delivery methods to engage learners with diverse needs.

Teaching Qualifications: A teaching or assessing qualification is desirable. No teaching qualification? No problem! Full support and funding will be provided to help you achieve the required qualifications during your probationary period.

What's on Offer

• Full support and funding for teaching qualifications during probationary period
• Level 2 (or higher) vocational qualification in Painting & Decorating or related construction trade
• Substantial hands-on industry experience as painter, decorator, or finishing specialist
• Teaching or assessing qualification desirable (support provided if not held)
• Full support and funding for teaching qualifications during probationary period
• London weighting allowance

Skills & Qualifications

Painting and decorating Surface preparation techniques Trade theory instruction Workshop management Health and safety Tool control Learner assessment Individual training plan development Working with diverse learners