Construction Skills Trainer at HMP Durham (Part-Time )

Do you have a background in Construction and want an exciting opportunity to make a positive impact on individuals with your expertise? If so, we have the perfect role for you! The LTE Group is a national, public-sector learning, training and education organisation with a clearly defined mission to 'improve lives and economic success through learning and skills'. Our 4,000 valued colleagues drive our delivery of specialist learning to over 100,000 learners in over 120 UK locations, across our six businesses. We have a great opportunity to join the education team at HMP Durham as a Construction Trainer on a permanent, part-time basis, working 18.5 hours per week. The role HMP Durham are looking for an experienced Construction trainer to join their team. You will be responsible for delivering engaging and effective lessons, tailoring your teaching to meet the needs of each individual learner. We believe in providing our learners with the tools they need to build a brighter future and increase their employability. This is an amazing and rewarding opportunity to work within a supportive team with on-site training and great progression routes. Responsibilities Develop and deliver high-quality lessons in Construction skills, such as P&D, Plumbing, Joinery, Bricklaying, tiling etc. Create a positive and inclusive learning environment that encourages student engagement and participation. Assess learner needs and develop individualised learning plans. Monitor learner progress and provide constructive feedback. Support learners in achieving their learning aims. Collaborate with colleagues to ensure the best possible outcomes for all learners. Stay up to date with curriculum changes and best practices in functional skills education.What we need from you To be successful in the role Trainer, you will need Experience working within any one or more of the following fields: Bricklaying Plumbing Tiling Joinery P&D Commitment to obtain the relevant assessor/teaching qualification within a specified time scale. Hold at least a Level 2 qualification in Literacy and Numeracy or be willing to work towards.Colleague Benefits As part of the LTE Group family, you will benefit from an excellent package including: Extensive annual leave which can be taken throughout the year and not restricted to school holiday times. Monday to Friday working pattern. Our in-house 'Evolve' training programme, which offers you the chance to upskill and further your career through a wide range of recognised qualifications. We support you through a teacher training qualification and assessor qualifications. Full package of training to support working in a Prison environment Good progression routes into management positions within education Learner class sizes are much smaller than in FE colleges. Able to be flexible and innovative with the curriculum. Part of the wider community of the prison service Additional behavioural and complex need support Excellent pension scheme options including Teachers Pension scheme. Our comprehensive in-house awards scheme An Employee Assistance Programme including a free, confidential, 24/7 support service. Health care discounts through Simply Health Retail discounts through You at WorkThe LTE Group is an equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from all sections of the community. If you feel you could make a difference in this rewarding and growing sector, please click on the 'Apply online' button below. All applicants must demonstrate in their application their ability to meet the Key Responsibilities, Key Result Areas and Qualifications/Skills/Experience detailed within the job description for shortlisting purposes. The closing date for this job advert is 05/11/2024. However, the job advert may close early if we receive a good response. The LTE group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All applicants will be required to undergo an appropriate DBS check via the Criminal Records Bureau. Due to the educational aspect of our group some roles are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and would require an Enhanced DBS check and may be subject to additional online checks as part of our pre-screening process