Are you passionate about shaping and inspiring the workforce of tomorrow? We're looking for a creative, dedicated, and enthusiastic Horticulture/Gardening Teacher to join our vibrant team on an ad-hoc basis! If you're committed to delivering engaging lessons, making a difference in students' lives, and fostering a love for learning, we want to hear from you. Step into a role where your passion, creativity, and dedication will inspire our learners to reach their full potential and thrive in a supportive, dynamic environment! We have a great opportunity available to join Novus, our prison education provider at HM/YOI Wetherby, working as a Horticulture/Gardening Cover Teacher on a permanent, ad-hoc basis. Who 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. We are also part of the LTE group of companies that include The Manchester College, MOL, Total People, UCEN, and LTE Group Operations. We are currently rated "Good" by Ofsted and have partnerships with over 1000 industry and employer partners, ensuring 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. Site Information HMYOI Wetherby, is a Young Offender Institution located in Wetherby, West Yorkshire. YOI serves as an important correctional facility within the UK's youth justice system. The facility is a closed youth custody centre housing male juvenile offenders between the ages of 15 to 18. It provides a secure and supportive environment for young individuals who have been convicted of various offenses and require custodial sentences. The institution aims to promote rehabilitation, education, and personal development to facilitate their successful reintegration into society. Role Responsibilities In this role, you will work with, and be supported by, our amazing team of dedicated professionals to mentor our learners and help them to secure future employment opportunities post-release. You will need patience, passion and understanding in your approach to our learners who have 'hit a bump in the road' but want to learn and improve. Please see the attached role profile for an overview of general role responsibilities. Specific details pertaining to the nature of the role are shared during the interview process. Skills, Qualifications and Experience The following criteria are listed as essential on the role profile. However, we are also interested in speaking to candidates with a suitable level of industry experience and a positive attitude, even if you currently lack one or more of the qualifications listed. Qualifications funding is available in certain circumstances. To be successful in this role, you will need to: Hold a teaching qualification and where applicable, relevant subject specialist qualification - with a commitment to obtain the outstanding qualification within 12 months. Hold a Level 2 qualification in Literacy and Numeracy. Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)/ Qualified Teacher Learning and Skills (QTLS) or commit to work towards within a specified timeframe. Have experience creating stimulating, vibrant environments which are conducive to learning and motivational for learners Have a good previous track record of achieving quality targets Have willingness to engage with and produce accurate and timely reports Demonstrate effective interpersonal and communication skills Have an ability to motivate and enthuse learners in the subject matter Demonstrate good organisational skills to prioritise workload and meet deadlines/targets Advocate for and engage consistently in positive team working Benefits 40 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays (*pro rata) 2 hours for wellbeing / personal development per week Significant Pension contributions (Teachers pension) Retail Discounts Employee Assistance Program Cycle to work scheme Safeguarding 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. Equal Opportunities 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. We 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 06/06 /2025. However, sometimes the job advert may close early if we receive a good response!