Carpentry Tutor at HMP Five Wells

Are you an experienced teacher/trainer with in-depth knowledge of the education sector? Feeling drained by working every evening, weekends, and holidays? Seeking a better work-life balance? Novus Prison Education offers a compelling opportunity to impact learners' lives while unlocking your potential. Join us to make a difference and inspire positive change through education.

We have a fantastic opportunity at HMP Five Wells to join the Novus education team as our Carpentry Tutor on a permanent, full-time basis, working 37 hours a week.

Job description

We are recruiting a Carpentry Tutor (Training experience an advantage but not essential) to join our education team at HMP Five Wells.

You will work with, and be supported by, our amazing team of dedicated professionals to deliver high quality level 1 Carpentry courses to groups of up to 15 learners to develop their vocational skills. You will need patience, passion and understanding in your approach which will in turn help them to secure future employment opportunities post-release.

The prison security team are on hand to ensure the lessons run smoothly. We always try to cater to a learner's individual needs and ensure we create a positive learner experience. Time will be given to planning and your Local Education Manager is always on hand to provide support as and when needed. Delivery happens between Monday and Friday and weekends and evenings are strictly for rest and relaxation.

About Novus

Novus are a leading provider of prison education and have been supporting men, women, and children of all ages for over 30 years across the UK to take new directions. We are also part of the LTE group of companies that also include, MOL, Total People, UCEN, and LTE group operations. We are currently rated "Good" by Ofsted. We have partnerships with over 1000 industry and employer partners to ensure our learners secure their place as the movers and shakers of the future. Our business is growing year on year due to our continued success as a leading provider in prison education.

About HMP Five Wells Prison

HMP Five Wells in Wellingborough costing 253m in 2022 accommodating 1,680 residents. We are committed to celebrating diversity and promoting equality throughout our services and inside the Five Wells communities. Our aim is to make Five Wells a better place to live, work and visit by engaging with and empowering staff, prisoners' agencies, and leaders.

As well as not having bars on windows, we will provide residents - with access to a gym, snooker table, table tennis table and a tablet to gain new qualifications.

What we need from you

In order to be successful in the role of Tutor, you will need:

• A teaching qualification or subject specialist qualification at Level 4 (Level 5 - new standards) with a commitment to obtain the relevant outstanding Level 4 (Level 5 - new standards) qualification within a specified time scale (required)


• Hold at least a Level 2 qualification in Literacy and Numeracy


• Track record of effective teaching in subject specialism


Ideally you will want to be a part of a team which has at its core a focus on improving lives and enabling and equipping learners to develop, grow and be equipped for a life of work and success. You'll be a self-starter with a passion to learn and grow yourself and will bring passion, dedication, and positivity to your new role.

Colleague Benefits

As part of the LTE Group family, you will benefit from an excellent package including:

• Extensive annual leave which can be taken throughout the year and not restricted to school holiday times.


• Monday to Friday working pattern.


• Our in-house 'Evolve' training programme, which offers you the chance to upskill and further your career through a wide range of recognised qualifications.


• We support you through a teacher training qualification and assessor qualifications.


• Full package of training to support working in a Prison environment.


• Good progression routes into management positions within education.


• Learner class sizes are much smaller than in FE colleges.


• Able to be flexible and innovative with the curriculum.


• Part of the wider community of the prison service.


• Additional behavioural and complex need support.


• Excellent pension scheme options including Teachers Pension scheme.


• Our comprehensive in-house awards scheme.


• An Employee Assistance Programme including a free, confidential, 24/7 support service.


• Health care discounts through Simply Health.


• Retail discounts through You at Work.


The LTE Group is an equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from all sections of the community. If you feel you could make a difference in this rewarding and growing sector, please click on the 'Apply online' button below.

All applicants must demonstrate in their application their ability to meet the Key Responsibilities, Key Result Areas and Qualifications/Skills/Experience detailed within the job description for shortlisting purposes.

The closing date for this job advert is 11/09/2024. However, the job advert may close early if we receive a good response.

Novus is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All applicants will be required to undergo an appropriate DBS check via the Criminal Records Bureau. Due to the educational aspect of our group some roles are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and would require an Enhanced DBS check and may be subject to additional online checks as part of our pre-screening process.

Are you an experienced teacher/trainer with in-depth knowledge of the education sector? Feeling drained by working every evening, weekends, and holidays? Seeking a better work-life balance? Novus Prison Education offers a compelling opportunity to impact learners' lives while unlocking your potential. Join us to make a difference and inspire positive change through education.,
• A teaching qualification or subject specialist qualification at Level 4 (Level 5 - new standards) with a commitment to obtain the relevant outstanding Level 4 (Level 5 - new standards) qualification within a specified time scale (required)


• Hold at least a Level 2 qualification in Literacy and Numeracy


• Track record of effective teaching in subject specialism


Ideally you will want to be a part of a team which has at its core a focus on improving lives and enabling and equipping learners to develop, grow and be equipped for a life of work and success. You'll be a self-starter with a passion to learn and grow yourself and will bring passion, dedication, and positivity to your new role.

Novus are a leading provider of prison education and have been supporting men, women, and children of all ages for over 30 years across the UK to take new directions. We are also part of the LTE group of companies that also include, MOL, Total People, UCEN, and LTE group operations. We are currently rated "Good" by Ofsted. We have partnerships with over 1000 industry and employer partners to ensure our learners secure their place as the movers and shakers of the future. Our business is growing year on year due to our continued success as a leading provider in prison education.

We have a fantastic opportunity at HMP Five Wells to join the Novus education team as our Carpentry Tutor on a permanent, full-time basis, working 37 hours a week., As part of the LTE Group family, you will benefit from an excellent package including:

• Extensive annual leave which can be taken throughout the year and not restricted to school holiday times.


• Monday to Friday working pattern.


• Our in-house 'Evolve' training programme, which offers you the chance to upskill and further your career through a wide range of recognised qualifications.


• We support you through a teacher training qualification and assessor qualifications.


• Full package of training to support working in a Prison environment.


• Good progression routes into management positions within education.


• Learner class sizes are much smaller than in FE colleges.


• Able to be flexible and innovative with the curriculum.


• Part of the wider community of the prison service.


• Additional behavioural and complex need support.


• Excellent pension scheme options including Teachers Pension scheme.


• Our comprehensive in-house awards scheme.


• An Employee Assistance Programme including a free, confidential, 24/7 support service.


• Health care discounts through Simply Health.


• Retail discounts through You at Work.