Functional Skills English Tutor (Prison Education)
5 days ago
Lichfield
Location: Lichfield \n Pay: £28+ per hour (Flexible) \n Job Type: Temporary, ongoing (covering sickness absence and extended vetting processes) \n We are currently seeking an experienced Functional Skills English Tutor to deliver Level 1 and Level 2 Functional Skills within a prison education setting. This is a rewarding opportunity to support learners in developing essential English skills that enhance employability and rehabilitation. \n Key Responsibilities \n\n • Deliver high-quality Level 1 and Level 2 Functional Skills English sessions to adult learners\n, • Plan engaging, inclusive lessons tailored to a range of abilities and learning needs\n, • Assess learner progress and provide clear, constructive feedback\n, • Prepare learners for Functional Skills assessments and examinations\n, • Maintain accurate learner records, including attendance, progress, and achievement\n, • Promote positive behaviour, motivation, and learner engagement in a custodial environment\n, • Work collaboratively with education staff, prison staff, and support services\n, • Ensure all teaching complies with safeguarding, health & safety, and prison security requirements\n\n Required Skills & Qualifications \n\n • Teaching qualification (PGCE, Cert Ed, or equivalent) or relevant teaching/training experience\n, • Functional Skills English Level 2 (or equivalent)\n, • Proven experience delivering Functional Skills English at L1 and L2\n, • Strong classroom and behaviour management skills\n, • Ability to engage, motivate, and support adult learners with varied educational backgrounds\n, • Excellent communication, organisation, and interpersonal skills\n, • Experience within prison education, FE, or adult education (desirable but not essential)\n\n Why Work With Reed? \n\n • Exclusive access to roles across leading FE colleges and training providers\n, • 1-2-1 support from a Specialist SEN Consultant (including CV help & interview prep)\n, • Health Cash Plan & REED Discount Club\n, • Statutory Sick Pay, Maternity, Paternity & Adoption Pay\n, • Access to REED Learning & Development programmes\n, • Eye test and spectacle vouchers\n\n If this role sounds of interest, please Apply Today!