Reading specialist Tutor at HMP&YOI Deerbolt

2 weeks ago


Barnard Castle, United Kingdom Novus Full time

Are you passionate about education and committed to helping learners unlock their full potential? Are you skilled in Reading, with a desire to make a positive impact on the lives of those you teach? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for youWe have a great opportunity to join our Education team as a Reading Specialist Tutor for Novus, our prison education provider at HMP&YOI Deerbolt offered on a permanent, full-time basis working 37 hrs per week.At Novus we work with passion, care, and commitment to create the foundations for change.For almost 30 years we have been helping men, women and children of all ages and abilities, in prison settings across England and Wales, to take new directions.At Novus, we are now seeking a talented education professional to join our education team, working within HMP&YOI Deerbolt (Barnard Castle).In this role, you will work and be supported by our amazing team of dedicated professionals to mentor our prisoners to develop their English reading and writing skills, which will in turn help them to secure future employment opportunities post-release. You will need patience, passion and understanding in your approach to our learners who want to learn and improve.Working in a prison is different to a mainstream education facility. We work with a wide range of people in custody supporting them to make a difference to their lives. We operate with security at the forefront of what we do, so our class sizes are small to maximise supportive delivery. Working with our Prison Officer colleagues we have a team on hand to ensure that the support we offer runs smoothly. We always try to cater to a learner's individual needs and ensure we create a positive learner experience. Time will be given to planning and your local education manager is always on hand to provide support as and when needed. Delivery happens between Monday and Friday and weekends are strictly for rest and relaxation.What the role entailsWork with the Regional Reading Co-ordinator to provide a 'reading development specialist service' in the establishment.Deliver short intensive support sessions for pre-entry readers (20 - 30 minutes per day) to individuals or group based to support the development of their reading ability based on individual need.Support the upskilling of education provider and HMPPS staff to raise aware of the needs of non and pre-entry readers and helping them to develop and implement strategies to support non and pre-entry readers to progress.Work with onsite libraries and other relevant partners to develop a whole prison approach to promote reading using a range of strategies including, but not limited to, book clubs, writers in residence, enrichment opportunities etc.Collect and collate data to be made available to the Governor, Head of Reducing Reoffending (HoRR), Head of Education, Work and Skills and the Learning and Skills Manager including but not limited to the number of non-readers in the establishment population, the number engaging with support, the progress made by these individuals and the number moving into and successfully completing relevant qualifications What we need from youIn order to be successful in the role of Tutor, you will need:A teaching qualification or subject specialist qualification at Level 4 (Level 5 - new standards) with a commitment to obtain the relevant outstanding Level 4 (Level 5 - new standards) qualification within a specified time scale (required)Hold at least a Level 2 qualification in Literacy and NumeracyQualification in delivery specialism (English/Reading)Ideally you will want to be a part of a team which has at its core a focus on improving lives and enabling and equipping learners to develop, grow and be equipped for a life of work and success. You'll be a self-starter with a passion to learn and grow yourself and will bring passion, dedication, and positivity to your new role.Experience: A good understanding of reading development strategies including the use of phonics and wider reading strategies.Experience in supporting learners with poor/low reading ability, LDD needs and a willingness to work with those with ESOL needsColleague BenefitsAs part of the LTE Group family, you will benefit from an excellent package including:Extensive annual leave which can be taken throughout the year and not restricted to school holiday times.Monday to Friday working pattern.Our in-house 'Evolve' training programme, which offers you the chance to upskill and further your career through a wide range of recognised qualifications.We support you through a teacher training qualification and assessor qualifications.Full package of training to support working in a Prison environment.Good progression routes into management positions within education.Learner class sizes are much smaller than in FE colleges.Able to be flexible and innovative with the curriculum.Part of the wider community of the prison service.Additional behavioural and complex need support.Excellent pension scheme options including Teachers Pension scheme.Our comprehensive in-house awards scheme.An Employee Assistance Programme including a free, confidential, 24/7 support service.Health care discounts through Simply Health.Retail discounts through 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 22/11/2024. However, the job advert may close early if we receive a good response.The LTE group 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



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