Prison Tutor

Vision for Education - Kent; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading educational staffing agency in the United Kingdom is seeking a Prison Tutor to deliver high-quality education in a prison setting. The role requires strong communication skills and experience in teaching adults, particularly in challenging environments. Responsibilities include planning lessons, managing classroom behaviour, and collaborating with prison staff. The position offers competitive pay, ongoing training, and compliance with working regulations. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on vulnerable learners.

Benefits

Guaranteed pay scheme

Full compliance with AWR

Free professional development training

Qualifications

• Experience teaching adults in challenging environments preferred.
• Enhanced DBS check and prison clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and deliver tailored lessons for learners.
• Support students in achieving their learning goals and qualifications.
• Manage classroom behaviour effectively in compliance with prison regulations.

Skills

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Experience in teaching or training adults

Patience and resilience

Job description

Prison Tutor

Job Role: Prison Tutor

Location: Kent

Start date: ASAP

Pay: £30 to £50 per hour

About the Role

As a Prison Tutor, you will provide high‑quality education to learners in a prison setting, empowering them with the skills and knowledge they need to build a brighter future. You will deliver engaging and tailored lessons in subjects such as English, Maths, IT, or vocational skills, fostering a positive learning environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and deliver lessons that meet the diverse needs of learners.
• Support students in achieving their learning goals and qualifications.
• Manage classroom behaviour effectively in line with prison regulations.
• Work collaboratively with prison staff and other education providers.
• Maintain accurate records of student progress and achievements.
• Promote an inclusive and supportive learning environment.

Requirements

• Experience in teaching or training adults is desirable, particularly in challenging environments.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Patience, resilience, and a commitment to supporting vulnerable learners.
• An enhanced DBS check and prison clearance (Vision for Education will assist with this process).

About Vision for Education

Vision for Education is a market‑leading education recruitment and supply agency committed to the learning and development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high‑quality Primary, Secondary and SEND Teaching and Support Staff.

What Vision for Education Offers

• Excellent daily rates paid weekly by our in-house payroll team using the Pay As You Earn (PAYE) system.
• Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability and qualifying criteria).
• Pension contributions (subject to a qualifying period).
• Full compliance with AWR (Agency Workers' Regulations) to ensure you receive the pay and working conditions you are entitled to.
• FREE training to help with your professional development such as Team Teach, online webinars and safeguarding and child protection updates.
• Generous refer‑a‑friend or colleague bonus scheme.
• Access to a dedicated consultant who will provide ongoing support.

How to Apply

If you're an educator who can enthuse, motivate and engage students and would like the challenge of working in a demanding and rewarding environment, then we want to hear from you.

Apply today via this website, or for more Pompeia info about this role and other opportunities across Vision for Education, please contact our Kent team on (phone number removed).

Due to the coronavirus pandemic and to ensure we are fully compliant with Government guidance relating to social distancing, interviews with shortlisted candidates will take place by video call.

To apply for any of our current roles, please send across your CV by applying directly to this vacancy.

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