Job Description

Job Vacancy: Employability Tutor (Prison Education - HMP High Down)

Location:

HMP High Down

Contract Type:

Fixed-Term Contract (7 months from 31 August 2025)

Working Hours:

Monday to Wednesday, 08:00-17:00 (1-hour unpaid lunch)

Pay Rate:

13.00 per hour

Employer:

Bhuku Ltd (www.bhuku.co.uk)

About Us

Bhuku Ltd

is an innovative education and consultancy provider specialising in the delivery of employability, life skills, and mentoring programmes within secure environments. We focus on trauma-informed, learner-centred approaches that support prisoners into purposeful engagement, personal development, and post-release success.

The Role

We are seeking a committed

Employability Tutor

to lead the delivery of an intensive, short-term employment support and peer mentoring development programme at

HMP High Down

. You will be the sole on-site tutor, supported remotely by a qualified IQA and Bhuku's operational team. You will play a vital role in preparing men in custody for employment, while also supporting the development of trained peer mentors within the prison.

Key Responsibilities

Deliver employability sessions to groups of up to 10 learners, supporting them to develop job search skills, CVs, interview techniques, application form responses, and confidence for release. Deliver accredited training leading to a

Level 1 Peer Recruitment Peer Support Qualification

. Train and support peer mentors, ensuring they can confidently assist other prisoners with employability preparation and support in workshops. Adapt sessions to meet the needs of a diverse prison population including those with SEND, EAL, and neurodiverse profiles. Use trauma-informed and inclusive practices in all delivery, building trust and confidence with learners. Track learner progress and keep accurate, compliant records of attendance, outcomes, and development. Coordinate with prison staff (e.g. OMU, PEF provider, Careers and Resettlement teams) to ensure continuity and relevance of learning. Encourage participation in weekly reflection journals and collect learner feedback to inform quality improvements.
The Programme

Delivery is 3 days per week, on-site at HMP High Down. Each cohort consists of up to 10 learners, with both employment preparation and peer mentoring training included. The tutor is responsible for delivering both components of the programme. The peer mentoring aspect involves providing guidance, coaching, and accredited training, enabling learners to support others. Learners will be supported to produce CVs, interview prep, and other employability outputs. The tutor will work closely with a part-time IQA and will have access to remote management support.
Person Specification

Essential:

Experience delivering employability or life skills training Strong understanding of the barriers faced by people in custody Confident working independently and in a secure environment Ability to manage behaviour positively and promote an inclusive learning environment Organised, reliable, and able to manage paperwork and reporting independently

Desirable:

Recognised teaching/training qualification (e.g. AET Level 3, PTLLS, or above) Experience working in prisons or secure settings Understanding of the Level 1 Peer Mentoring qualification SEND or neurodiversity awareness training Experience working with or training peer mentors
What We Offer

A meaningful role with direct impact on resettlement and rehabilitation A supportive and collaborative team Full training and induction provided Regular remote check-ins and resource support Opportunity to contribute to an innovative, impactful prison education model
Application Instructions

To apply, please send your

CV and a brief cover letter

outlining your experience and interest in the role to:

contact.bhuku@gmail.com

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Early applications are encouraged.

Bhuku Ltd is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in all recruitment. We welcome applications from people with lived experience of the justice system and underrepresented backgrounds. All employment is subject to enhanced prison vetting and security clearance.

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

Pay: 13.00 per hour

Expected hours: 24 per week

Work Location: In person