Learning Facilitator - HMP Eastwood Park
| Posting date: | 19 April 2024 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £26,000 to £28,000 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 19 May 2024 |
| Location: | Gloucestershire, South West England |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Weston College |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | WREQ4976 |
Summary
Weston College is the regional provider for the Prison Education Framework (PEF) across the South West of England and is now seeking to recruit an outstanding and highly motivated Learning Facilitator – HMP Eastwoood Park.
This is a full-time role, working 37 hours per week.
Day to day duties of the role
Develop positive working relationships / liaise regularly with curriculum staff and HMPPS to meet learning needs of prison population
Work collaboratively with the curriculum team to identify / support teaching, learning and assessment activities.
Extend learning and literacy by developing reading and learning experiences across the prison.
Promote the benefits of and access to learning for all prisoners.
Required skills and qualifications
Good level of technical ability / competent user of technology with Level 2 IT Qualification (or higher).
Level 3 qualification (relevant to the post eg IT, media)
Good interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to communicate effectively with staff at all levels.
About HMP Eastwood Park
HMP Eastwood Park is a closed women’s prison located in South Gloucestershire. The prison is dedicated to creating a safe and educational environment for women, equipping them with essential skills to enhance their reintegration into society and reduce the likelihood of reoffending. The prison offers a diverse range of subjects, including English, Maths, cleaning and recycling, ICT, beauty, customer service, hospitality, and art, enabling residents to gain valuable skills which can be used in employment upon release. Our Education Department supports over 360 women, ranging from Entry Level 1 up to full degree programs, ensuring every individual can achieve their educational aspirations.
Benefits
Generous holiday entitlement
Dedicated staff welfare officer and wellbeing champions
Generous pension scheme
Local and national staff discounts
Free parking
Various staff committees including Equality, Diversity and Inclusion, Autism and Menopause
Focus on staff wellbeing
Wellbeing@weston hub
Eye care including free eye test and a contribution towards glasses
Employee assistance programme – available 24/7, 365 days a year
Training and development opportunities with a focus on progression
Weston College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to obtain the appropriate prison clearance before starting the role.
Please be aware that Weston College reserves the right to close this vacancy early should sufficient applications be received.
Due to the volume of recruitment, we are unable to offer feedback to any unsuccessful candidates.
We reserve the right to expire vacancies prior to the advertised closing date if a sufficient number of applications have been received.
This is a full-time role, working 37 hours per week.
Day to day duties of the role
Develop positive working relationships / liaise regularly with curriculum staff and HMPPS to meet learning needs of prison population
Work collaboratively with the curriculum team to identify / support teaching, learning and assessment activities.
Extend learning and literacy by developing reading and learning experiences across the prison.
Promote the benefits of and access to learning for all prisoners.
Required skills and qualifications
Good level of technical ability / competent user of technology with Level 2 IT Qualification (or higher).
Level 3 qualification (relevant to the post eg IT, media)
Good interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to communicate effectively with staff at all levels.
About HMP Eastwood Park
HMP Eastwood Park is a closed women’s prison located in South Gloucestershire. The prison is dedicated to creating a safe and educational environment for women, equipping them with essential skills to enhance their reintegration into society and reduce the likelihood of reoffending. The prison offers a diverse range of subjects, including English, Maths, cleaning and recycling, ICT, beauty, customer service, hospitality, and art, enabling residents to gain valuable skills which can be used in employment upon release. Our Education Department supports over 360 women, ranging from Entry Level 1 up to full degree programs, ensuring every individual can achieve their educational aspirations.
Benefits
Generous holiday entitlement
Dedicated staff welfare officer and wellbeing champions
Generous pension scheme
Local and national staff discounts
Free parking
Various staff committees including Equality, Diversity and Inclusion, Autism and Menopause
Focus on staff wellbeing
Wellbeing@weston hub
Eye care including free eye test and a contribution towards glasses
Employee assistance programme – available 24/7, 365 days a year
Training and development opportunities with a focus on progression
Weston College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to obtain the appropriate prison clearance before starting the role.
Please be aware that Weston College reserves the right to close this vacancy early should sufficient applications be received.
Due to the volume of recruitment, we are unable to offer feedback to any unsuccessful candidates.
We reserve the right to expire vacancies prior to the advertised closing date if a sufficient number of applications have been received.
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