Prison Education Leader - Deputy Local Manager

Novus; North East; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

40 days annual leave

Wellbeing time

Pension contributions

Retail discounts

Employee Assistance Program

Cycle to work

Job summary

Novus is recruiting a Deputy Local Education Manager to join the Local Education Manager at HMP Durham. You will play a key role in shaping educational provision, leading a dedicated team and driving quality across the curriculum.

This permanent, full-time position offers 37 hours per week, a competitive salary and strong pension benefits. The role requires teaching qualifications and leadership experience, plus a commitment to safeguarding and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Teaching qualification (Cert Ed or PGCE) required.
• Level 2 qualification in Literacy and Numeracy.
• Experience in leading and managing a team.
• Contract management and quality assurance experience.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to analyse curriculum trends.
• IT skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the education team to deliver high-quality provision.
• Oversee curriculum delivery and safeguarding compliance.
• Collaborate with partners and colleagues to drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Communication

Organisational skills

IT skills

Education

Cert Ed or PGCE

Level 2 Literacy & Numeracy

Job description

Novus is recruiting a Deputy Local Education Manager to join the Local Education Manager at HMP Durham. You will play a key role in shaping educational provision, leading a dedicated team and driving quality across the curriculum.

This permanent, full-time position offers 37 hours per week, a competitive salary and strong pension benefits. The role requires teaching qualifications and leadership experience, plus a commitment to safeguarding and continuous improvement.