Construction Tutor

Construction Tutors & Industry Professionals - Nationwide Opportunities (Prison Education)

Use Your Trade Skills to Change Lives

Are you an experienced Construction Tutor, Vocational Trainer, or skilled Construction Professional looking for a rewarding new challenge?

We are continually recruiting for a range of full-time, permanent Construction opportunities within the Prison Education sector across the UK.

Whether you're already teaching or currently working in industry, we'd love to hear from you. Many of our clients are happy to support experienced construction professionals in gaining a teaching qualification, making this an excellent opportunity to transition from industry into education.

We Are Looking to Speak With

We are keen to hear from both experienced Construction Tutors and industry professionals who are looking to move into education.

In particular, we would like to speak with candidates who have experience in:

Carpentry & Joinery
Painting & Decorating
Bricklaying
Plastering
Property Maintenance
Multi-Skills
Construction Operations
Maintenance Operations
Electrical Installation
Electrical Maintenance
General Construction Trades
CSCS & Health & Safety

The Opportunity

Working within prison education provides a unique opportunity to help learners gain practical skills, recognised qualifications, and the confidence needed to secure employment upon release.

You'll use your industry knowledge and experience to deliver engaging training that develops both vocational competence and employability skills, helping learners take positive steps towards a successful future.

Key Responsibilities

Deliver engaging practical and classroom-based construction training.
Teach industry-standard techniques, procedures, and safe working practices.
Plan and prepare lessons and learning activities.
Assess learner progress and provide constructive feedback.
Support learners in achieving vocational qualifications.
Promote employability skills, teamwork, communication, and professionalism.
Maintain learner records and required documentation.
Create a positive, safe, and inclusive learning environment.
Support learners with varying abilities and learning needs.
Help learners develop the skills needed for future employment.

Who We're Looking For

Experienced Construction Tutors

Experience delivering vocational construction training or education.
Occupational competency within your specialist trade area.
Experience planning, delivering, and assessing learning.
Strong classroom, workshop, or learner management skills.
Passion for helping learners develop skills and achieve qualifications.

Construction Industry Professionals

We are also keen to hear from experienced tradespeople looking to move into education.

If you have substantial industry experience within a construction trade and would like to pass your skills and knowledge on to others, many of our clients are willing to provide training and support to help you gain a recognised teaching qualification whilst in post.

Desirable

Teaching qualification.
Assessing qualification (TAQA, CAVA, A1, or equivalent).
Experience within Prison Education, Further Education, Adult Education, or Work-Based Learning.
Knowledge of awarding body requirements.
Understanding of Ofsted and quality assurance processes.
Commitment to ongoing CPD and professional development.

Why Consider Prison Education?

Prison education offers the chance to make a genuine difference by helping individuals develop practical skills, gain qualifications, and improve their employment prospects.

Construction remains one of the most in-demand vocational areas within prison education, making skilled tutors and industry professionals highly valued. Every day presents an opportunity to help learners build confidence, achieve qualifications, and create better futures.

What's on Offer?

Full-time permanent positions.
Competitive salaries.
Opportunities available nationwide.
Teacher training support available for industry professionals.
Ongoing CPD and professional development.
Career progression opportunities.
Supportive working environments.
The opportunity to make a real difference every day.

Interested?

Whether you're an experienced Construction Tutor or a skilled tradesperson looking to move into education, we'd love to hear from you.

If you have experience in any area of Construction, Property Maintenance, Electrical Installation, Multi-Skills, Carpentry & Joinery, Bricklaying, Painting & Decorating, Plastering, Construction Operations, or Maintenance Operations, apply today for a confidential discussion about current and upcoming opportunities within the Prison Education sector across the UK.

Join a sector where your trade skills can help transform lives and create brighter futures. (phone number removed)
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