Job Description

JOB POSTING: Lead Literacy & Numeracy Tutor (HMP Birmingham)

Employer:

Bhuku Ltd

Location:

HMP Birmingham, Winson Green Rd, Birmingham B18 4AS

Contract Type:

Fixed-Term - 5 months

Hours:

28 hours per week (4 days/week)

Days:

Monday - Thursday (Exact schedule to be agreed)

Pay:

16.50 per hour

Start Date:

18/10/25

About Bhuku Ltd

Bhuku Ltd is a specialist educational and consultancy provider committed to empowering marginalised and excluded learners through innovative, person-centred programmes in prison and community settings. We are known for delivering high-impact literacy, numeracy, mentoring, and employability programmes across secure establishments in England.

About the Role

We are seeking a passionate, organised and experienced

Lead Tutor

to coordinate and deliver high-quality

literacy and numeracy support

to learners at

HMP Birmingham

. This is a key role within our team, responsible for guiding participants to improve their foundational skills, develop confidence, and progress into further learning or employment.

You will be the

sole on-site lead delivery specialist

, supported remotely by our management and quality assurance team. You will also serve as the

line supervisor for one Literacy and Numeracy Tutor

, supporting their effective delivery of the programme and overseeing quality and learner progression.

This role plays a vital part in championing learning, supporting peer development, and ensuring a consistent, impactful learning journey for all participants.

Key Responsibilities

Deliver structured, small-group literacy and numeracy sessions, twice weekly (2 x full delivery days per week). Facilitate a morning session (3.5 hrs) and afternoon session (2.5 hrs) on each delivery day. Provide on-the-job training, refresher sessions, and self-directed learning resources to Peer Mentors within the prison. Work closely with the prison's education team, IAG staff, library, and resettlement services to maximise learner engagement and progression. Provide ongoing line management and support to one additional Tutor delivering the same programme. Monitor quality of delivery and outcomes across both staff and Peer Mentor contributions. Input into learner assessments, maintain accurate records, and track learner progression. Submit weekly reports, feedback and data as part of contract compliance. Ensure delivery aligns with the Ofsted Education Inspection Framework (EIF), prison reading and learning strategies, and national learning standards.
Requirements

Essential:

Experience teaching adult learners, ideally in literacy and numeracy Confident in supporting a diverse range of learners, including those with learning difficulties and/or neurodivergent needs. Experience managing or supporting other teaching staff or volunteers. High level of organisation and communication, with excellent record-keeping and administrative skills. Self-motivated and able to work independently within the prison environment. Willingness to undergo prison vetting and enhanced DBS check.

Desirable:

Recognised teaching qualification (PTLLS, AET, PGCE, CertEd or equivalent). Knowledge of Peer Mentor development and supervision. Familiarity with Ofsted's EIF and the Prison Education Framework (PEF). Previous work experience within a custodial setting. Understanding of safeguarding requirements when working with vulnerable adults.
Location & Vetting

This role is based at

HMP Birmingham

, a Category B men's prison located at Winson Green Rd, Birmingham B18 4AS. All roles are subject to enhanced security vetting and DBS checks prior to commencement.

How to Apply

Please submit via indeed, or a CV and brief cover letter to

contact.bhuku@gmail.com

, explaining your experience and why you're interested in this role.

For more information about Bhuku Ltd and our work, please visit: www.bhuku.co.uk

Job Types: Part-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 5 months

Pay: 16.50 per hour

Expected hours: 28 per week

Work Location: In person