Painting & Decorating Tutor - Prison Education. Job in Kent Education & Training Jobs

Academics Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

A vocational training provider is seeking a skilled Painting & Decorating Tutor to support adult learners within a prison education setting in Rochester. In this role, you will deliver structured training sessions on practical skills that enhance employability on release. Candidates should have relevant qualifications and a passion for teaching, along with strong communication skills and the ability to manage diverse learning needs. This position offers a chance to make a meaningful impact on learners' lives.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering vocational training in a workshop setting.
• Enhanced DBS and ability to obtain prison clearance.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver high-quality Painting & Decorating training sessions.
• Monitor and record learner progress, achievements, and attendance.
• Maintain a safe workshop environment following prison security guidelines.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Behaviour management

Organisational skills

Education

Relevant Painting & Decorating qualifications (NVQ Level 2/3 or equivalent)

Teaching qualification (QTS, PGCE, AET, DET or willingness to work towards one)

Job description

Painting & Decorating Tutor - Prison Education

Location: Rochester

35,000 - 39,000

About the Role:

Academics is recruiting a skilled and motivated Painting & Decorating Tutor to deliver vocational training within a prison education setting in Rochester. This is a rewarding opportunity to support adult learners in developing practical trade skills that can improve their employment prospects on release.

You will deliver structured, hands‑on training sessions covering painting, decorating, surface preparation, wallpapering, and related techniques. Learners may be working towards accredited qualifications or developing essential employability skills.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and deliver high‑quality Painting & Decorating training sessions to adult learners

• Deliver practical, workshop‑based learning in accordance with health & safety procedures

• Support learners working towards vocational qualifications or industry‑recognised certificates

• Adapt teaching methods to meet a range of abilities and learning needs

• Monitor and record learner progress, achievements, and attendance

• Work collaboratively with Academics, prison staff, and other education providers

• Maintain a safe, organised workshop environment and follow prison security guidelines

Requirements:

• Relevant Painting & Decorating qualifications (NVQ Level 2/3 or equivalent)

• Teaching qualification (QTS, PGCE, AET, DET, or willingness to work towards one)

• Experience delivering vocational training or mentoring learners in a workshop setting

• Strong communication, behaviour management, and organisational skills

• Enhanced DBS and ability to obtain prison clearance