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 Maths Tutor on a permanent, full-time basis, working 37 hours a week.Job descriptionWe are recruiting for a Maths Teacher to join our education team at HMP Five Wells. You will be working alongside the Functional Skills Team to deliver high quality Entry – Level 2 Maths lessons to groups of up to 15 learners. This is a classroom-based role, based on site. You will need passion and understanding in your approach which will in turn help our learners to secure future employment opportunities post-release. We always try to cater to a learner’s individual needs and ensure we create a positive learner experience.We ensure all learners can access learning, feel welcome and get the right support to develop their individual talents to achieve their goals. Time will be given when you start to give you a thorough induction, you will also have time throughout your week as well for planning your lessons. Your Local Education Manager is always on hand to provide support as and when needed.Due to the nature of the establishment, all aspects of the role are carried out onsite – no more spending your evenings and weekends planning!As part of our commitment to you, we offer access to high-quality Career Development programmes to inspire your professional development. In turn, that will ensure you are able to keep pace with developments in your relevant industry and to be able to deliver best practice.To be successful in the role, you will need:
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.
Colleague Benefits
As part of the LTE Group family, you will benefit from an excellent package including:
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 14/10/2024. 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.