Job Description

Job Title:

Business Trainer - HMP Onley

Employer:

Bhuku Ltd - www.bhuku.co.uk

Location:

HMP Onley, Willoughby, Rugby CV23 8AP

Contract Type:

Freelance / Fixed-Term (7 months)

Schedule:

08:00-17:00, Monday to Friday, one week per month

Pay:

18 per hour

Hours:

37.5 hours per week (7.5 hrs/day)

Start Date:

September 2025 (subject to security vetting)

About Bhuku Ltd

Bhuku Ltd

delivers high-quality education and enterprise programmes in custodial settings. We equip people in prison with the skills and confidence to build brighter futures. Find out more at www.bhuku.co.uk.

We are now hiring a

Business Trainer

to deliver an engaging and practical

self-employment and enterprise course

to men in custody at HMP Onley.

About the Role

You will deliver a one-week, face-to-face course

once per month

, over a

6-month contract

, with

paid training days

and potential

additional paid admin days

as needed.

Each 5-day programme (Monday-Friday) will support a small group of men approaching release to explore self-employment as a viable pathway.

The course includes topics such as:

Developing a business idea and creating a viable business plan Registering a business and setting up business banking Marketing, social media, and websites Tax, VAT, and basic accounting Funding options and quoting for work Building confidence, presentation, and entrepreneurial mindset
You'll support learners to create a complete business plan, develop a CV, and understand their next steps after release.

Key Details

Delivery:

5 full days per cohort (one week/month), 08:00-17:00 with 30 min lunch

Admin Days:

Paid admin days may be scheduled to complete learner records or reports

Training:

Paid training and induction days will be provided in advance of delivery

Cohorts:

6 groups across 6 months (max. 12 learners per group)

Location:

On-site at HMP Onley (Category C resettlement prison)

Pay:

18 per hour (37.5 hours/week = 675 per delivery week, plus paid training/admin)

What You'll Do

Deliver an inspiring and structured business start-up course Guide participants in creating business plans and CVs Tailor delivery to meet diverse learning needs, including those with additional support needs Maintain Individual Learning Plans and learner portfolios Liaise with prison staff and Bhuku's central team to ensure smooth delivery Support occasional learner follow-up or reporting activity Attend security training and comply with prison protocols

About You

Essential:

Strong understanding of small business start-up and self-employment Experience delivering training, mentoring or workshops to adults Excellent communication, organisation and group facilitation skills Confident working in structured environments with vulnerable learners Able to pass Enhanced Level 2 prison vetting (including 5-year UK address history) Reliable and committed to the full 7-month delivery period

Desirable:

Experience working in a prison or secure environment Teaching or training qualification (e.g. PTLLS, AET, CertEd) Knowledge of trauma-informed practice or SEND support Background in enterprise coaching or mentoring

Why Join Bhuku?

We're a growing organisation with a clear mission: to help people in prison build better lives. As a Business Trainer with Bhuku, you'll make a meaningful impact by delivering practical, purposeful education to people preparing for release.

We value professionalism, empathy and integrity -- and we support our team with training, clear communication and real respect for the work you do.

To Apply

Apply with your

CV

and a short

cover note

explaining why you're right for the role.
Please confirm your availability from

September 2025

.
All offers are subject to Enhanced Level 2 prison vetting.

Bhuku Ltd is an equal opportunities employer.

We welcome applications from candidates with all backgrounds.

Job Types: Part-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 7 months

Pay: Up to 18.00 per hour

Expected hours: 37.5 - 45 per week

Benefits:

On-site parking
Schedule:

No weekends
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 14/07/2025
Expected start date: 08/09/2025