Novus Gower is a leading prison education provider, recruiting a Cleaning Trainer to deliver an entry-level, industry-recognised qualification for learners looking to start out in cleaning roles. Trainer or teaching experience is preferred but not essential. You'll need relevant hands-on experience across the safe handling of cleaning materials and equipment, hygiene, and health & safety, along with a passion for sharing your knowledge and supporting learners to build confidence, aid rehabilitation, and improve future employability. We have a great opportunity available to join Novus Gower, our prison education provider at HMP Parc, working as a Cleaning Trainer. This role is offered on a permanent full-time basis, working 40 hours per week. Who are Novus Gower? At Novus Gower, we work with passion, care, and commitment to create the foundations for change. We have been supporting men, women and children of all ages and abilities within prison educational settings across England and Wales for decades. We operate numerous hubs across the United Kingdom, where our specialist teams are on hand to support Adults and Children to improve their employability prospects post-release. Site Information HMP Parc Prison is a Category B men's prison located in Bridgend, Wales. The prison accommodates individuals who have been convicted of various offenses requiring secure custody and rehabilitation. The prisons aim is to create an environment in which staff and prisoners feel safe at all times. The prison's mission is to provide a secure, safe, and rehabilitative environment that encourages positive change and prepares inmates for a successful reintegration into society. Role Responsibilities Please see the attached role profile for an overview of general role responsibilities. Specific details pertaining to the role are shared during the interview process. Skills, Qualifications and Experience To be successful in this role, you will need to: Have experience in the relevant vocational area Hold or be willing to gain PTLLS qualification within 6 months Hold or commit to gain a subject specific qualification to allow training to Level 3 within 2 years Hold or commit to gain an assessor award required by relevant Awarding Bodies within 1 year Hold or commit to gain an Internal Verifier award within 1 year Hold at least a Level 1 qualification in Literacy and Numeracy Hold or commit to gain a Level 2 qualification in Literacy and Numeracy within 1 year Good organisational and planning skills Ability to problem solve Ability to motivate self and learners Excellent communication skills Working under own initiative Benefits 33 days annual leave, inclusive of bank holidays Significant Pension contributions - Aviva Auto-Enrolment Pension Scheme Retail Discounts Employee Assistance Program Cycle to Work Scheme Safeguarding Novus Gower 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. Equal Opportunities Statement Novus Gower is an equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from all sections of the community. We work to support our Veterans in employment and are also proud holders of the Disability Confident employer award. If you have reasonable adjustments, please let us know. The closing date for this job advert is 20/05/2026. However, sometimes the job advert may close early if we receive a good response!