Personal and Social Development Tutor (Some experience required)

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Full time
Job offered by: PeoplePlus
Category: Education
The Role

We are looking for a PSD & Employability Tutor to deliver Gateway and NCFE qualifications (E3 – L2) to groups of up to 12 learners within a prison environment. This role plays a vital part in helping prisoners develop essential life and employability skills, preparing them for reintegration into society. With a focus on restorative practices, adaptive teaching, and literacy development, this position supports learners in taking responsibility, building confidence, and achieving personal growth.

Job Highlights:

Position: PSD & Employability Tutor
Qualifications: L2 qualification in Employability, PSD, or Life Skills; teaching qualification (PTLLS, AET, CET, or equivalent) preferred
Experience: Teaching, coaching, or vocational training, ideally within a prison or similar setting
Skills: Literacy integration, adaptive teaching, restorative practices, employability training
Key Responsibilities:

Deliver PSD & Employability Courses: Facilitate engaging PSD and employability courses that adhere to Gateway and NCFE standards, equipping learners with personal, social, and work-ready skills.
Adaptive Teaching Practices: Employ scaffolded learning and adaptive techniques to challenge learners at all levels, promoting a high standard of achievement and supporting neurodiverse needs.
Promote Literacy and Digital Skills: Integrate reading and digital literacy into lessons to boost literacy as a core employability skill, with a focus on supporting learners with low literacy levels.
Restorative Learning Environment: Encourage self-reflection, responsibility, and growth through restorative practices, motivating learners to engage in positive self-improvement.
Collaborate with Key Stakeholders: Work closely with prison departments, CIAG, Work & Skills Coaches, employers, and other stakeholders to create employment pathways and support reintegration.
Individual Learning Plans (ILPs): Develop and manage ILPs tailored to each learner’s goals, literacy needs, and employability, using adaptive strategies to address diverse learning needs.
What You Bring:

A Level 2 qualification in PSD, Employability, or Life Skills training, with experience in delivering engaging, inclusive courses.
A recognised teaching qualification, such as PTLLS, AET, CET, or a willingness to work towards a Level 5 teaching qualification (PGCE, Cert Ed, DTTLS).
Excellent communication, organizational, and motivational skills, with a commitment to fostering a rehabilitative and supportive learning environment.
For full details of the role and person specification, please review the job description. If you have any questions, please reach out to our recruitment team at careers@peopleplus.co.uk. To apply, please use the apply now button.

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