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Job Details
Job reference REQ011971 Date posted 08/01/2026 Application closing date 11/02/2026 Location Wetherby Salary £30,208.88 - £39,648.96 per annum Package Competitive Benefits plus Teachers Pension Contractual hours 37 Basis Full time Job category/type Teaching and Assessment Attachments Teacher.pdf
Are you passionate about shaping and inspiring the workforce of tomorrow? We’re looking for a creative, dedicated, and enthusiastic Multi‑Skills Construction teacher to join our vibrant team! 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!
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.
Who are Novus?
Novus is a leading provider of prison education and has 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.
Role Responsibilities
Please see the attached role profile for an overview of general role responsibilities.
Skills, Qualifications and Experience
To be successful in this 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 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 (Applies to Teachers in YOI only).
* Creating stimulating, vibrant environments which are conducive to learning and motivational for learners.
* Achievement of quality targets.
* Producing accurate and timely reports.
* Effective interpersonal and communication skills.
* Ability to motivate and enthuse learners.
* Organisational skills to prioritise workload to meet deadlines and targets.
* Positive team working.
* Plan and deliver engaging practical and theoretical lessons across a range of construction trades, including plastering, painting and decorating and ideally general building skills.
* Maintain a safe and well‑equipped workshop.
* 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.
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.
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.
Closing Date
The closing date for this job advert is 11/02/2026. However, sometimes the job advert may close early if we receive a good response!
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