Job Introduction
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Inspire Change. Shape Futures. Teach with Purpose.
General Instructor – HMP Addiewell
Location: HMP Addiewell | Full-Time | Permanent | £28,000 per annum
Are you passionate about making a meaningful impact in the criminal justice system? Do you believe in the power of education to change lives?
We have an exciting opportunity for a General Instructor to join our Learning & Skills team at HMP Addiewell, a modern facility housing up to 796 individuals. In this rewarding role, you’ll deliver a range of educational and vocational programmes, support employability workshops, and play a vital part in the rehabilitation journey of our learners.
You’ll be more than a teacher — you’ll be a mentor, motivator, and positive role model. From literacy to IT, creative writing to personal development, you’ll provide engaging sessions that prepare individuals for a brighter, more productive future.
This is diverse, impactful work in a secure environment that values innovation, compassion, and progress. If you’re creative, resilient, and committed to helping others grow, we’d love to hear from you.
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What You’ll Be Doing
* Deliver up to 4 teaching sessions per day ( hours/week) to small groups (max. 16 learners).
* Teach subjects across SCQF Levels 2–6, from core skills to vocational training.
* Support the employment team by helping manage attendance, performance, and output quality.
* Design and deliver creative, inclusive, and engaging lesson plans tailored to diverse learning needs.
* Inspire learners to gain confidence, build skills, and work toward meaningful change.
* Collaborate with colleagues and stakeholders to support sentence planning, employability, and rehabilitation.
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What We’re Looking For
Essential
✅ A genuine interest in rehabilitation and personal development
✅ Ability to adapt your teaching style to different learners
✅ Confident in delivering a variety of subjects
✅ Organised, IT-literate, and a strong communicator
✅ Able to work occasional evenings or weekends as required
Desirable
⭐ SCQF Level 7 in a teaching/training discipline — or willingness to achieve this within 18 months
⭐ Experience working in a training or education setting, ideally with challenging groups
⭐ Understanding of SQA outcomes and experience with accredited course delivery
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What You’ll Get in Return
£28,000 salary
Monday to Friday schedule (with occasional evening/weekend work)
Permanent, full-time contract (40 hours/week)
Purposeful, varied work in a supportive team environment
20+ Sodexo benefits including:
* Sodexo retirement plan
* Discounts from 1,900+ brands
* Gym discounts
* 24/7 confidential Employee Assistance Programme
Ready to be part of something greater? Apply today and help shape a better tomorrow.
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Why Join Us?
At Sodexo, we’re committed to creating a better everyday for everyone. As the global leader in Quality of Life services, we believe in building inclusive workplaces where everyone belongs. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Leader and an employer that values diversity, equity, and inclusion at all levels.
We welcome candidates from all backgrounds, especially those traditionally underrepresented in the workplace.
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