Painting & Decorating Tutor — Teach Skills, Transform Futures

Dovetail and Slate; Sherford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Dovetail and Slate is recruiting a 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.

We are seeking someone with a Level 2 qualification and substantial decorating experience; teaching qualifications

Qualifications

• A Level 2 vocational qualification in Painting & Decorating or a related construction trade.
• Substantial hands-on industry experience as an expert painter, decorator, or finishing specialist.
• Proven experience delivering vocational or on-the-job trade training, with the ability to engage learners with diverse needs.
• Teaching qualifications are desirable; full support and funding will be provided to help you achieve the required qualifications during your probationary period.

Responsibilities

• 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—with 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.

Job description

Dovetail and Slate is recruiting a 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.

We are seeking someone with a Level 2 qualification and substantial decorating experience; teaching qualifications