Job Description

HMP Forest Bank are currently recruiting an English and Maths Tutor to provide learners with support to increase their English and Maths level and pass a recognised qualification. To be successful in this role, you must have a PGCE or equivalent, a degree or a level 4 qualification in a relevant subject area and experience of delivering Functional skills in the classroom.

HMP Forest Bank serves the courts of Greater Manchester and maintains strong links to the local community with a focus on resettlement. We aim to deliver quality of life services and support people to change their lives for the better.

Opportunities for learning and developing work-ready skills are on offer for all who come into custody, but our commitment to reducing reoffending in local communities does not end at the prison gate. We support people released from custody through innovative partnerships in substance misuse services in Bury and Oldham, working with people to maintain recovery and lead law-abiding lives.

As well as the 16 residential units on site, there is a healthcare centre, gym, library, workshop complex, visits hall, chaplaincy and kitchen. The prison\'s capacity stands at 1,460, holding adult men both on remand or sentenced and young prisoners between the ages of 18-21 years.

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Role Responsibility

• To teach English to learners who are progressing through the Adult Core Curriculum.
• To ensure that all learners are provided with an initial assessment and a diagnostic test.
• To signpost learners from the results of the initial assessment and the diagnostic test to relevant activities that will prepare them for gaining an external accreditation.
• To stretch and challenge all learners.
• To regularly test learners to demonstrate that they have retained knowledge.
• To ensure that Quality Assurance is of a very high standard and will undergo inspection by Team Leaders management and OFSTED.
• Achieve a Grade 2 or above in un-announced lesson observations carried out at regular intervals throughout the year.
• Work effectively and efficiently with the Team Leaders to produce innovative and stimulating lessons for learners to encourage participation whatever the level learners are starting from.
• To work with leaders to develop an effective and relevant programme of reading within Forest Bank.
• Effectively plan courses and lessons by preparing and using schemes of work and lesson plans for all classes for the benefit of the learner and for evidence at inspection/lesson observations.
• To ensure all relevant policies and procedures, such as Security, Health and Safety and Prisoner Welfare, are adhered to and take responsibility of the work area.
• Identify the needs of individuals in classes and groups and develop and differentiate teaching methods and resources accordingly.
• Assist in any marketing strategies related to courses, delivery and training.
• Monitor attendance, achievement and progression of learners reporting any difficulties to your Line Manager.
• Attend team meetings to evaluate progress and promote good practice and attend all staff meetings, which will include giving feedback on classes and ideas for development of teaching practice and the Department generally.
• Establish a rapport with learners to encourage them to take their first steps in learning and achieve a recognised qualification.
• Monitor quality control of work produced by learners to maintain standards require.
• Contribute to course reviews and setting and monitoring action plans.
• Meet agreed prison targets which will be identified in your PDR and reviewed regularly throughout the year.
• Undertake duties as required by the Director or Head of Learning, Skills & Employment that will contribute to the effective operation of HMP & YOI Forest Bank.
• Abide by the Sodexo corporate mission statement and all appropriate regulations, policies and procedures.

The Ideal Candidate

Essential:

• A PGCE or equivalent
• A degree or a level 4 qualification in a relevant subject area
• Experience of delivering Functional Skills in the classroom
• To have an interest in the rehabilitation and resettlement of offenders
• To have an ability to communicate effectively at all times through different mediums, including spoken and written communication.
• A flexible and responsive attitude
• Enthusiasm for the subject area
• Willingness to innovate and demonstrate self-motivation
• Awareness of and commitment to the promotion of equal opportunities and the recognition of diversity and inclusion

Desirable:

• Experience of supporting people with challenging behaviour
• Experience in a prison environment

Package Description

Sodexo offers the best range of employee benefits on the market. From discounts that reduce the cost of the weekly shop, to exclusive deals on holidays and keeping active. Our award-winning employee benefits platform offers everything YOU need to make life that little bit better every day.

• Free meals and parking on site
• Eligible for BlueLight discounts
• Health and wellbeing incentives
• Training and development opportunities
• Reward and Recognition schemes
• Volunteering days
• Cycle to work scheme
• Life Assurance

We\'re all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities, and we celebrate diversity. We\'re an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be natural, and be the best versions of themselves. We recognise that we\'re on a journey with regards to diversity and inclusion and would therefore welcome applications for candidates from underrepresented backgrounds.

Post holders will be subjected to an advanced DBS check, a prison security check (level 2) prior to being employed.

About the Company

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone to build a better life for all. As the global leader in services that improve the Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100 million consumers each day through our unique combination of On-Site Food and FM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services and Personal & Home Services.

Please note all roles within Sodexo Justice are subject to security and recruitment checks which may include a Social Media Check. You will also be asked to provide 5 years\' worth of references and request employment history details from the HMRC.

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