Multi-Skills Lecturer

Are you passionate about your trade? Do you like a challenge? Are you looking to do something different? Do you possess extensive trade knowledge and skills that you would now like to pass on to others? Have you ever thought of a career in Prison Education? Milton Keynes College Prison Education Team at HMP Erlestoke are looking for new staff to teach Multi Skills to a diverse group of learners. This is based within the prison itself. We are looking for individuals with the below skillsets to join the Education Team at HMP Erlestoke. Multi Skills – such as Painting & Decorating, Bricklaying, Plastering, Tiling, General Construction, Handyman/DIY If you are not already a teacher this should not stop you reading on and getting in touch. If you do not currently possess a teaching qualification but are willing to work towards one, Milton Keynes College can support training. We believe in the power of transforming lives through learning; we are passionate about reducing re-offending by providing learners with qualifications and skills that they can apply to employment whilst in custody and/or upon release. As a highly motivated individual with excellent Vocational Skills, you will use your current industry experience to support and inspire diverse groups of learners within HMP Erlestoke. This vacancy would suit a skilled individual with a can-do approach to education. The ideal candidate will be passionate and creative, and who can offer skills & knowledge to our learners and guide them throughout their courses. If you are a passionate person with a can-do approach this is a great opportunity for you to explore Location: HMP Erlestoke, Devizes, Wiltshire, SN10 5TU Hours: 37 hours per week, 52 weeks per year Salary: £18,015 - £32,578 per annum Closing date: Tuesday 14th April 2020 Milton Keynes College Rewards: • 35 days annual leave, 3 additional days leave for Christmas to New Year closure and UK Bank Holidays • Amazing discounts with NUS card or Blue Light Card , ranging from Eating Out, Shopping and Fashion, Health and Fitness, Music, Technology, Travel and Entertainment • Access to an employee wellbeing platform with options to book free activities such as yoga, relaxation, boot camp, personal training and a health and wellbeing news hub • Generous pension scheme • Tax free childcare scheme • Access to Continued Professional Development, including professional qualifications and a variety of training courses • Save up to 32% off all bikes through our Cycle To Work Scheme • 24 hours per day, 365 days per year Employee Assistant Support Programme • Plus many more… About HMP Erlestoke: HMP Erlestoke is a Category C prison, holding approximately 524 adult male sentenced offenders. HMP Erlestoke’s focus is firmly fixed on reducing reoffending and preventing future victims of crime by preparing offenders for their release through accredited intervention programmes, skill and vocational based training and education, in a pro social environment. Courses at HMP Erlestoke include Maths, English, IT, Horticulture, Carpentry, Plastering, Bricklaying, Cleaning and Support Services, Cookery, Creative Craft, Personal and Development Skills and much more. The education hours are Monday to Thursday 8.45am – 11.45am, 1.45pm – 4.45pm and on Fridays 8.45am – 11.45am. As a successful candidate, you will: • Hold a relevant qualification (level 3 or above). • Hold a recognised teaching qualification (DTLLS, PGCE, Cert Ed) or willing to work towards • Hold relevant assessor/verifier awards. • Have teaching/training or vocational experience in relevant subject area and relevant up-to-date knowledge. • Have a proven track record of managing and supporting diverse groups of learners through nationally accredited programmes. • Have experience of identifying, developing and sharing innovative and creative teaching resources • Have experience of working with students who may have little experience of education and training (desirable). • Have knowledge of current curriculum and accreditation developments within Further Education and specific subject area(s). • Have the ability to teach creatively, adapting to the needs of a variety of learners and willing to explore new teaching and learning strategies. • Have good IT skills and willing to develop further. • Show accuracy and precision in written presentation. • The requirement of this role is to work across the whole prison estate, on all wings where education is delivered. More about the College: Milton Keynes College is proud to be an open and inclusive general Further Education College welcoming learners of all levels and delivering an exceptional educational experience. The College offers a broad range of qualifications with more than 3,000 16 – 18-year-old full-time students studying vocational courses, apprenticeships and Higher Education at our campuses in Milton Keynes. In addition, the College delivers employability and skills training programmes to 3,000 people in local community learning centres. For nearly 30 years, we have worked with offenders in both custody, and the wider community and currently work with 19 prisons across England; this includes 13 prisons, which make up the Long Term High Security Estate, and 6 category B, C & D men’s prisons. Milton Keynes College is a committed safer recruitment employer in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. We take extreme care in ensuring the safety and welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. All positions therefore undergo a thorough on boarding process to include DBS. In addition, security clearance is required for all prison services positions. Milton Keynes College has been officially recognised for its commitment and approach to equality, diversity and inclusion. It has been awarded the much sought-after Leaders in Diversity accreditation from the National Centre for Diversity. The award recognises the College’s clear ethos and values and a belief in the importance of diversity. Please note successful candidates are required to undertake National Offender Management Service (NOMS) Clearance before being able to commence with any role. For high security sites they are also required to obtain Counter Terrorism Check (CTC) in addition to NOMS. The process of obtaining clearance can take anywhere from 3 weeks upwards and the outcome is not controlled by the College or the individual prison