Carpentry Tutor. Job in Bristol Education & Training Jobs

Dovetail and Slate; Bristol; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 37,000; Part time

Job description

Have you ever considered working in a prison?

This is an excellent opportunity to educate and rehabilitate adult learners.

If you would like a unique and challenging non-teaching role, where you can genuinely make a difference, enhance the prospects of learners, and ultimately change people's lives for the better - then this could be the opportunity for you.

Like any educational setting, Prisons come with their challenges. In this environment, learners are locked up for large periods of the day, away from their families and for some, their children. Most are at rock bottom, having to live with the regret of what they have done - education gives them a focus. And hope.

Education provides prisoners with an opportunity to upskill, increasing their future employment prospects which directly reduces the likelihood of reoffending. Many prisoners will arrive without having basic Maths or English skills. Prison Education ensures all learners are put through Functional Skills Maths & English, which then puts them on the pathway to vocational learning courses, such as Carpentry, Bricklaying, Painting & Decorating, Plastering & Tiling, Industrial Cleaning, Barbering, Catering and Horticulture.

Prisons have a dedicated education department, with classrooms and fully functioning workshops, where teaching and learning can take place. You will be fully supported by an experienced education department. Training and development opportunities are available.

Details of this position:

This position is for a full time Carpentry and Multi-Skills Tutor to work in prison education. The role will involve providing accredited Carpentry up to Level 2 course to gain the engagement of offenders who are interested in pursuing education further. As well as, potentially some other course modules: Painting and Decorating, Bricklaying, Joinery, Plumbing, Plastering etc.

• Deliver high-quality training in carpentry and multi-skills, ensuring lessons align with the curriculum and industry standards
• Adapt teaching methods to cater to varying abilities, creating a positive and supportive learning environment
• Assess and evaluate student progress, providing constructive feedback to support development
• Maintain accurate records of student attendance, assessments, and progress reports
• Collaborate with colleagues to enhance the curriculum and teaching methods
• Engage with awarding bodies to ensure compliance with quality and assessment procedures
• Stay up to date with industry advancements and integrate best practices into your teaching

Work schedule: Part time, 4 days per week

Salary scale: Up to 37,000 per annum FTE (prorated for part time working)

Benefits:

• Pension - 6%
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Chance to contribute to innovation in the public services
• Company passionate about diversity and inclusion
• A safe and supportive culture

To be considered, suitable candidates will need to meet the following criteria:

• Level 3 qualification in Carpentry and Multi-Skills trades
• Level 5 teaching qualification (or a willingness to obtain it as per contractual requirements)
• Proven experience in the construction industry, particularly in Carpentry, Joinery, and Multi-Skills
• Level 3 Assessor Award (or equivalent)
• A strong commitment to student development and continuous professional learning

Suitable candidates will need to be enthusiastic, resilient and have a humanistic approach. This role will not be for everyone, but anyone with a slight interest is encouraged to apply and if suitable, you will have the opportunity to have a discussion with the hiring manager directly over the phone, who can provide more detail and an insight into life working in a prison.

The successful candidate will be required to obtain the appropriate prison clearance before starting the role and maintain this throughout employment.

If you are interested in this position, then please apply via the link. Alternatively, you can contact Izzy White to discuss the role in further detail.