Prison Education: Functional Skills English Tutor

Milton Keynes College; Leicester; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave 35 days

Pension scheme

Professional development

EAP 24/7

Discounts

On-site parking

Job summary

MK College Group have an exciting new opportunity for a creative English Tutor, to join the team based at HMP Fosse Way, Leicester. (English will be offered from Entry level to Level 2) As an English Tutor, you will be actively engaging prison-based students with creative classes and resources.

Many of the students have a diverse range of needs and learning abilities, they will often have had a negative experience with education.

Qualifications

• Has experience or strong knowledge in Functional Skills English or related fields
• Can engage and motivate learners with diverse needs and experiences
• Understands the value of Functional skills in supporting long-term independence
• Builds positive, professional relationships and supports learner success
• Communicates effectively and builds positive, professional relationships with learners
• Is organised and confident in assessment, tracking progress, and meeting awarding‑body standards

Responsibilities

• Actively engage prison-based students with creative classes and resources
• Potential outreach work outside the main classroom setting
• Create scheme of work and session plans with guidance from senior staff
• Support learners to gain qualifications and essential soft skills for employment

Skills

Functional Skills English

Engage learners

Motivate learners

Professional relationships

Effective communication

Assessment & tracking

Job description

MK College Group have an exciting new opportunity for a creative English Tutor, to join the team based at HMP Fosse Way, Leicester. (English will be offered from Entry level to Level 2) As an English Tutor, you will be actively engaging prison-based students with creative classes and resources.

Many of the students have a diverse range of needs and learning abilities, they will often have had a negative experience with education.