Prison Tutor

Academics Ltd; Clapham Hill; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A dedicated education provider in the UK is seeking a resilient Prison Tutor to deliver academic lessons to young offenders. The role requires a recognised teaching qualification, experience with challenging learners, and a passion for helping individuals succeed. Responsibilities include planning tailored lessons and maintaining a supportive environment. This position offers the chance to make a genuine difference in learners' lives.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching young people or adults, ideally those with complex barriers to learning.
• Ability to motivate and inspire students who may have had negative experiences.

Responsibilities

• Plan, deliver, and assess engaging academic lessons.
• Create supportive, differentiated learning plans.
• Maintain accurate records and compliance with standards.
• Encourage positive behaviour and personal responsibility.

Skills

Patience

Empathy

Strong classroom management

Excellent communication

Education

Recognised teaching qualification (e.g., PGCE, DET, CertEd)

Job description

Prison Tutor

Medway
ASAP - ongoing

About the Role

We are looking for a dedicated and resilient Prison Education Tutor to deliver high-quality academic learning to young offenders within a secure environment. This is a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact by helping learners develop essential skills, gain qualifications, and build confidence for a more positive future.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, deliver, and assess engaging academic lessons (e.g., English, Maths, ICT, personal development) tailored to the needs of young learners.
• Identify individual learning needs and create supportive, differentiated learning plans.
• Motivate and inspire students who may have had disrupted or negative experiences with education.
• Work collaboratively with prison staff, education teams, and support services to ensure a safe and positive learning environment.
• Maintain accurate records, progress tracking, and compliance with regulatory and safeguarding standards.
• Encourage positive behaviour, self-esteem, and personal responsibility through education.

About You

• You will thrive in this role if you are patient, empathetic, and passionate about giving young people a second chance.
• A recognised teaching qualification (e.g., PGCE, DET, CertEd) or willingness to work towards one.
• Experience teaching young people or adults, ideally those with complex barriers to learning.
• Strong classroom management skills and the ability to remain calm and consistent.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build trust with reluctant learners.
• A commitment to safeguarding, equality, and helping individuals progress.