Lecturer - Painting & Decorating (Prison Education)

Location: HMP Fosse Way, Tigers Road, Wigston, Leicester, LE18 4WS
Hours: 37.5 per week, full time (52 weeks)
Salary: Up to £37,500 per annum (depending on experience)
Contract: Permanent

About the Role

Are you an experienced Painter & Decorator looking to move into teaching?
Or are you already a tutor wanting to make a meaningful impact?

This is a rewarding opportunity to join a prison education team delivering Painting & Decorating training and qualifications to learners at HMP Fosse Way.

You'll play a vital role in helping individuals gain skills, confidence, and qualifications that support rehabilitation and future employment.

What You'll Be Doing

• Deliver engaging City & Guilds Level 1 Painting & Decorating and CSCS training
• Create a positive, safe, and motivating learning environment
• Plan and deliver practical, hands-on lessons tailored to varying abilities
• Support learners in achieving qualifications and developing employability skills
• Manage small groups (typically around 12 learners)
• Track progress, set targets, and maintain accurate records
• Contribute to the development of high-quality curriculum materials
• Work collaboratively across the wider vocational education team

You may also provide support across different areas of the prison to enhance learning delivery.

What We're Looking For

Essential:

• Industry experience in Painting & Decorating
• Relevant qualification (Level 2 or above in Painting & Decorating)
• Knowledge of CSCS and Health & Safety standards
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• A passion for supporting learners from diverse backgrounds

Desirable (but not essential):

• Teaching qualification (PGCE, CertEd, Award in Education & Training)
• Experience delivering vocational training or apprenticeships

💡 No teaching experience? No problem.
If you have the right attitude and industry background, full training and support will be provided to help you become a qualified teacher.

Why Join?

• 35 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Additional closure days over Christmas
• Birthday leave
• Generous pension scheme
• Ongoing professional development and funded teaching qualifications
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Discounts via Blue Light Card, NUS and employee platforms
• Wellbeing support services
• Free on-site parking

About the Environment

Working in prison education is challenging, but incredibly rewarding.
You'll have the opportunity to:

• Make a real difference to learners' futures
• Help reduce reoffending through education and skills
• Work in a structured and professional setting with strong support systems

Safeguarding & Compliance

This role requires:

• Enhanced DBS check
• Security clearance (Counter Terrorist Check level)

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of learners and expect all staff to share this commitment.

Apply Now

If you're ready to take your career in a new direction and make a genuine impact through education, we'd love to hear from you.

For more information contact Brad on 0115 9111 290