Plumbing Tutor

AE Talent Solutions LTD; Bovingdon; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Plumbing Tutor for a permanent position at HMP The Mount, Hemel Hempstead. The successful candidate will deliver Plumbing qualifications up to level 2 to small groups of prison-based learners, engaging and inspiring individuals with tailored training plans. A full teaching qualification at Level 5 or above is required, with support provided for those without existing qualifications. The role offers various company benefits including annual leave and a pension scheme.

Benefits

30 days annual leave

Cycle to Work scheme

Access to discounts via the Additions portal

Employee Assistance Programme

Online wellbeing centre

Enhanced Wedding leave

Paid volunteering day annually

Enhanced Maternity scheme

Refer a Friend reward scheme

Holiday purchase scheme

Pension scheme

Life assurance

Qualifications

• Teaching qualification preferred, with support available during probation.
• Maths and English qualifications required for vocational tutoring.

Responsibilities

• Identify individual learner needs and create tailored learning plans.
• Deliver Plumbing qualifications up to level 2 to prison learners.
• Prepare and review lesson plans addressing various training needs.

Skills

Confidence in presentation

Ability to manage challenging situations

Passion for motivating learners

Education

Full teaching qualification at Level 5 or above

Maths and English Level 2

Job description

At AE Talent Solutions, our mission is simple yet profound: to connect exceptional talent with exceptional opportunities. We are dedicated to empowering organizations with top-tier candidates and helping individuals achieve their career aspirations.

Our client is looking to recruit a permanent Plumbing Tutor who can do more than just deliver training; they should also engage and inspire learners with little or no prior education.

Based on-site at HMP The Mount, Hemel Hempstead, you will deliver Plumbing qualifications up to level 2, working with small groups of prison-based learners to develop their skills, knowledge, and behaviours while supporting their long-term goals and aspirations.

Their Tutors ensure that appropriate training plans are in place and that guidance is provided when required, delivering high-quality courses that engage learners and help them reach their potential.

Key Responsibilities

1. Identify the individual needs of learners, ensuring each has an individual learning plan linked to their employment goals.
2. Review learner progression continually to ensure training meets their needs.
3. Prepare, deliver, and review comprehensive lesson plans addressing training needs, including literacy, numeracy, language, and social/employability barriers.
4. Gather feedback from learners and other sources, reviewing and improving curriculum content accordingly.
5. Engage and motivate individuals and groups to increase retention.
6. Complete administration tasks such as registers, enrolment forms, ILPs, reviews, and awarding body documentation in line with deadlines.
7. Collaborate with colleagues/hosts to support learner progression and employment opportunities.
8. Meet contractual KPIs for success and performance.
9. Prison-based roles are 100% site-based, involving face-to-face contact with prisoners.

Requirements

1. Maths and English Level 2 for Vocational Tutors; Level 3 for Functional Skills Tutors.
2. Full teaching qualification at Level 5 or above (e.g., PGCE, Cert Ed, DTTLS) or willingness to work towards one. Desirable
3. Subject-specific qualification. Desirable
4. Successful applicants will need to undertake a DBS or DS check or Prison Security Clearance and provide proof of Right to Work in the UK.

Note: If you do not currently hold a teaching or assessing qualification, the company can support you through the necessary qualifications and assessments during your probationary period.

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:

1. Confidence in presentation, facilitation, and communication skills.
2. Ability to manage challenging situations calmly and effectively, especially in group settings.
3. Respect for Safeguarding, Equal Opportunities, Health and Safety, and Data Protection policies, with attention to health and safety in off-site activities.
4. A passion for motivating and leading by example to support learners in achieving qualifications.
5. Understanding of the OFSTED framework (EIF) and ability to meet all standards.

Company Benefits

• 30 days annual leave
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Access to discounts via the Additions portal
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Online wellbeing centre
• Enhanced Wedding leave
• Paid volunteering day annually
• Enhanced Maternity scheme
• Refer a Friend reward scheme
• Holiday purchase scheme
• Pension scheme
• Life assurance