Life Skills / Employability Skills Tutor

Job description

Job Description

Help learners build the skills, confidence and resilience they need for a positive future.

We're looking for a passionate, practical and learner-focused Life Skills & Employability Tutor to deliver engaging, purposeful learning that supports prison residents in preparing for life after release.

In this rewarding role, you'll deliver accredited qualifications from Gateway Entry Level 3 to Level 1 , covering essential life skills and employability topics such as budgeting and money management, digital literacy, communication, confidence and workplace readiness.

Working with groups of up to 12 prison-based learners, you'll take a personalised approach to learning, supporting individuals to identify their strengths, develop practical skills and work towards meaningful personal and employment goals. You'll help learners build the knowledge, confidence and independence they need to take positive steps towards life in the community and the workplace.

More than teaching — it's about progressionAs a Life Skills & Employability Tutor, you'll create a positive, inclusive and restorative learning environment where learners are encouraged to take responsibility, reflect on their experiences and recognise their potential.

Your sessions will be practical, relevant and engaging, helping learners develop the everyday skills they need alongside the confidence, communication and employability skills that can support successful resettlement and future employment.

What we're looking forA recognised teaching qualification, or a willingness to work towards oneExperience delivering life skills, employability, personal development or vocational learning to adultsExperience supporting learners in a secure, community or other challenging learning environment would be advantageousThe ability to adapt teaching approaches to meet a wide range of learning needs, including supporting neurodiverse learners and those with low literacy or additional learning needsStrong communication, interpersonal and organisational skillsA learner-centred approach and the ability to build positive, professional relationshipsA genuine commitment to rehabilitation, personal development, second chances and lifelong learningYou'll work collaboratively with education colleagues, support staff and other stakeholders to ensure learners receive the guidance and encouragement they need to progress. You'll play an important role in helping learners connect their classroom learning to their goals for life beyond the prison gate.

Why join us?

Make a meaningful difference to people's lives and future opportunitiesSupport learners to develop skills that can benefit them both personally and professionallyBe part of a supportive, values-led education teamDevelop your experience in a unique and rewarding teaching environmentHelp learners take practical steps towards greater independence, employability and successful resettlementIf you're motivated by purpose, passionate about adult learning and believe in helping people recognise their potential, we'd love to hear from you.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Bedford

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

27-09-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English