Vocational Cover Teacher Are you passionate about education and committed to helping learners unlock their full potential? Are you skilled in vocational skills with a desire to make a positive impact on the lives of those you teach? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you We have a fantastic opportunity at HMP Deerbolt to join the Novus education team as our Vocational Cover Teacher This role is offered on a sessional basis, working ad hoc hours per week. Candidates would be willing to cover in any of the following workshops delivering the relevant qualifications. Barbering - C&G Level 2 Certificate in Barbering Joinery Enterprise - Social Enterprise Joinery - CG Level 1 in Carpentry & Joinery and CG Level 2 in Site Carpentry Mult skills - CG Level 1 Extended Certificate in Construction Skills (Tiling, Plumbing and P&D) P&D - CG Level 2 Certificate in Painting and Decorating Site Information HMP Deerbolt is a Category C, male, young offenders' institution located near Barnard Castle, County Durham. The prison provides educational programs, vocational training, workshops, healthcare services, and sports facilities. These initiatives are geared towards equipping inmates with skills and support for reintegration into society. We are Novus Novus are a leading provider of prison education and have been supporting men, women, and children of all ages for over 30 years across the UK to take new directions. Novus are also part of the LTE group of companies that also include, MOL, Total People, UCEN, and LTE group operations. Novus are currently rated "Good" by Ofsted. We have partnerships with over 1000 industry and employer partners to ensure our learners secure their place as the movers and shakers of the future. Our business is growing year on year due to our continued success as a leading provider in prison education. Novus benefits: 40 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays 2 hours for wellbeing / personal development per week Significant Pension contributions Retail Discounts Employee Assistance Program Cycle to work scheme To be successful in the role, you will need: Teaching qualification and where applicable, relevant subject specialist qualification - with a commitment to obtain the outstanding qualification within 12 months Level 3 qualification in English Level 2 qualification in Literacy and Numeracy Competent in ICT to a leve2 standard Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)/ Qualified Teacher Learning and Skills (QTLS) or commit to work towards within a specified timeframe (Applies to Teachers in YOI only) Have a history of working effectively with people presenting challenging behaviour. Effective interpersonal and communication skills Ability to motivate and enthuse learners Organisational skills to prioritise workload to meet deadlines and targets Positive team working Safeguarding Statement Novus as part of 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 and may be subject to additional online checks as part of our pre-screening process. Some roles are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and would require an Enhanced DBS check. Novus Equality Statement Novus is committed to providing an environment where everyone is valued as an individual and where learners and colleagues can work, learn, flourish and develop their skills and knowledge in an atmosphere of dignity and respect. Novus are committed to working in an inclusive way with all the communities in which we are geographically located and to developing a workforce and learner community that reflects the UK's rich diversity and vibrancy. The closing date for this job advert is 21/05/2025. However, sometimes the job advert may close early if we receive a good response