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Ref no:
FIC07218
Published:
08/12/2021
Closes:
21/12/2021
Location:
Lowmoss Prison 190 Crosshill Road, G642QB
Salary:
£28,655 - £31,833 per year pro rata
Contract Type:
Permanent
Position Type:
Part Time
Hours:
21 hours per week

We are looking to recruit a Tutor who is passionate about delivering quality project based learning across the curriculum. The main focus would be Social Science along with core and life skills, health and wellbeing and creative skills.

Creating a positive learning atmosphere encouraging learner interest, motivation and achievement are essential in this role in order to support learners in the achievement of their short and long term aspirations.

As well as delivering and assessing approved SQA qualifications up to and including SCQF level 5 and accredited and non-accredited qualifications in a range of subject areas, you will update learning materials as required to meet learners’ needs and interests within the context of the prison environment.

Educated to a minimum HNC or equivalent (SCQF Level 7) in relevant area, you should also hold a qualification in SALL (Supporting Adult Literacy Learners) SCQF level 6 or other community based learning qualification, or, be willing to work towards this qualification. A knowledge of SQA frameworks is essential.

You should have experience in working with offenders or hard to reach learners. Effective communication and time management skills are essential as well as enthusiasm for your professional discipline, being approachable, supportive, self-motivated and flexible.

The successful candidate will be required to successfully complete mandatory in-house SPS Training, which will include classroom work as well as scenario based physical movements for self-defence purposes.

Please note this position is within HMP Low Moss, near Glasgow.