Job Description

Job Introduction

Inspire Change. Shape Futures. Teach with Purpose.

General Instructor - HMP Addiewell

Location:

HMP Addiewell |

Full-Time | Permanent

|

28,000 per annum

Are you passionate about

making a meaningful impact

in the criminal justice system? Do you believe in the power of education to change lives?


We have an exciting opportunity for a

General Instructor

to join our Learning & Skills team at

HMP Addiewell

, a modern facility housing up to 796 individuals. In this rewarding role, you'll deliver a range of

educational and vocational programmes

, support employability workshops, and play a vital part in the rehabilitation journey of our learners.


You'll be more than a teacher -- you'll be a mentor, motivator, and positive role model. From literacy to IT, creative writing to personal development, you'll provide engaging sessions that prepare individuals for a brighter, more productive future.


This is

diverse, impactful work

in a secure environment that values innovation, compassion, and progress. If you're creative, resilient, and committed to helping others grow, we'd love to hear from you.

What You'll Be Doing

Deliver up to

4 teaching sessions per day

(32.5 hours/week) to small groups (max. 16 learners). Teach subjects across

SCQF Levels 2-6

, from core skills to vocational training. Support the employment team by helping manage attendance, performance, and output quality. Design and deliver

creative, inclusive, and engaging

lesson plans tailored to diverse learning needs. Inspire learners to gain confidence, build skills, and work toward meaningful change. Collaborate with colleagues and stakeholders to support sentence planning, employability, and rehabilitation.

What We're Looking For

Essential

? A genuine interest in

rehabilitation and personal development

? Ability to adapt your teaching style to different learners

? Confident in delivering a variety of subjects

? Organised, IT-literate, and a strong communicator

? Able to work occasional evenings or weekends as required

Desirable

SCQF Level 7 in a teaching/training discipline -- or willingness to achieve this within 18 months Experience working in a training or education setting, ideally with challenging groups Understanding of SQA outcomes and experience with accredited course delivery

What You'll Get in Return

28,000 salary

Monday to Friday schedule

(with occasional evening/weekend work)

Permanent, full-time contract (40 hours/week)

Purposeful, varied work in a supportive team environment

20+ Sodexo benefits including:

Sodexo retirement plan Discounts from 1,900+ brands Gym discounts 24/7 confidential Employee Assistance Programme

Ready to be part of something greater? Apply today and help shape a better tomorrow.

Why Join Us?

At

Sodexo

, we're committed to creating a better everyday for everyone. As the global leader in Quality of Life services, we believe in building inclusive workplaces where

everyone belongs

. We're proud to be a

Disability Confident Leader

and an employer that values

diversity, equity, and inclusion

at all levels.


We welcome candidates from all backgrounds, especially those traditionally underrepresented in the workplace.