Education Manager - Prison Education

Location: HMP Wormwood Scrubs, London
Salary: £45,000 - £50,000+ £5,000 London Weighting
Contract: Permanent, Full-time

Lead Education That Changes Lives

Are you an experienced education leader looking to make a genuine difference? We are seeking an inspiring Education Manager to lead the delivery of high-quality education within HMP Wormwood Scrubs.

This is a fantastic opportunity to shape and develop an education provision that helps learners build confidence, gain valuable qualifications, and develop the skills needed to secure sustainable employment and successfully reintegrate into society.

As a key member of the leadership team, you will drive quality, performance, innovation, and learner outcomes while leading a dedicated team committed to rehabilitation through education.

About the Organisation

Our organisation is dedicated to transforming lives through education, skills development, and rehabilitation services. We work with individuals from a wide range of backgrounds, helping them overcome barriers, unlock their potential, and create positive futures.

Our prison education services play a vital role in reducing reoffending by providing meaningful learning opportunities that support personal growth, employability, and social inclusion. Through strong partnerships with employers, awarding organisations, and justice sector stakeholders, we deliver education that creates lasting change.

We are committed to creating an inclusive, supportive, and empowering workplace where colleagues are encouraged to innovate, develop professionally, and make a real impact every day.

The Role

As Education Manager, you will be responsible for the strategic and operational leadership of the education provision, ensuring learners receive an outstanding educational experience that supports their progression and future opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership

• Develop and implement the education strategy in line with contractual, organisational, and government priorities.
• Promote a culture of excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement.
• Ensure education provision supports rehabilitation, employability, and personal development.
• Lead curriculum planning to meet the diverse needs of learners.

Operational Management

• Oversee the day-to-day delivery of all education programmes.
• Manage staffing, timetabling, and resource allocation effectively.
• Monitor performance against KPIs, contractual requirements, and quality standards.
• Manage budgets to maximise impact and value for money.

Quality Assurance & Improvement

• Implement and maintain robust quality assurance systems.
• Lead teaching, learning, and assessment observations.
• Analyse learner achievement, attendance, and progression data to drive improvement.
• Lead self-assessment and quality improvement planning processes.

Leadership & Team Development

• Lead, motivate, and develop a high-performing education team.
• Conduct performance reviews, supervision, and professional development activities.
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and supportive working environment.
• Support talent development and succession planning.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Build and maintain strong relationships with prison leadership, employers, partners, and awarding bodies.
• Represent education provision during inspections, audits, and external reviews.
• Work collaboratively to increase learner engagement, participation, and progression.

Safeguarding & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with safeguarding, security, and regulatory requirements.
• Lead preparation for inspections and quality audits.
• Drive improvements in learner achievement and progression outcomes.
• Champion education as a key contributor to rehabilitation and reduced reoffending.

What We're Looking For

Essential Requirements

• Degree or relevant professional qualification.
• Teaching qualification at Level 5 or above (or equivalent such as QTLS).
• Strong leadership and people management experience.
• Proven track record in curriculum development and quality improvement.
• Experience managing performance and delivering positive outcomes through teams.
• Knowledge of the Ofsted Education Inspection Framework (EIF).
• Excellent communication, organisational, and stakeholder management skills.
• Commitment to safeguarding, equality, diversity, and inclusion.

Desirable

• Internal Quality Assurance (IQA) qualification.
• Experience within prison education, adult education, or employability programmes.
• Knowledge of current education, skills, and training initiatives.
• Experience supporting learners from disadvantaged or challenging backgrounds.

Why Join Us?

• Make a genuine difference to people's lives through education and rehabilitation.
• Lead a service that has a direct impact on reducing reoffending and improving future opportunities.
• Shape educational strategy and influence outcomes at a senior level.
• Work alongside a passionate and collaborative leadership team.
• Access ongoing professional development and leadership opportunities.
• Join an organisation committed to innovation, inclusion, and continuous improvement.

Our Values

We're looking for leaders who:

• Put learners and communities first.
• Act with integrity and professionalism.
• Take ownership and accountability.
• Strive for excellence in everything they do.
• Embrace innovation and continuous improvement.
• Deliver measurable results and positive outcomes.

Apply Now

If you're a passionate and motivated education leader who believes in the power of learning to transform lives, we'd love to hear from you.

This is an opportunity to lead a highly impactful education service, support rehabilitation through learning, and help individuals build brighter futures beyond custody. 0115 9111 290