Cover Tutor

Change Lives Through Education We are looking for a passionate, resilient, and committed Cover Tutor to support the delivery of high-quality education at HMP Bure . This is a rewarding opportunity to make a genuine difference by supporting learners to develop the knowledge, skills, confidence, and qualifications they need to progress towards rehabilitation, employability, and successful reintegration into society. As a Cover Tutor, you will play an important role in maintaining continuity of learning by stepping into classes at short notice, delivering engaging and inclusive sessions, and creating a positive environment where learners feel supported and motivated to achieve.

What You'll Be Doing Teaching & Learning Deliver planned lessons and learning activities across a range of classes and subject areas. Adapt quickly to different groups, learning needs, abilities, and classroom environments. Create a positive, respectful, and supportive learning environment that encourages participation and achievement. Establish effective relationships with learners while maintaining clear professional boundaries. Differentiate activities and provide appropriate support to meet individual learner needs.

Embed literacy, numeracy, digital skills, employability, and personal development where appropriate. Use engaging and motivational approaches to encourage learner participation and continued attendance. Ensure learning continues effectively during staff absence or changes to the timetable. Learner Support Act as a positive role model and encourage learners to develop confidence, resilience, and self-esteem. Recognise barriers to learning and provide appropriate support or refer concerns to relevant colleagues.

Encourage learners to take responsibility for their learning and personal development. Promote positive behaviour, mutual respect, inclusion, and a safe learning environment. Support learners in working towards their educational, vocational, and future employment goals. Assessment & Progress Follow existing lesson plans, schemes of work, and learning programmes effectively. Check learner understanding and provide constructive feedback during sessions. Complete registers and relevant classroom documentation accurately.

Record and communicate significant learner progress, concerns, or incidents to the appropriate team members. Support the continuity of assessment and learning when covering established classes. Quality, Safeguarding & Compliance Maintain high standards of professionalism, safeguarding, equality, and health and safety. Follow HMP Bure and organisational policies and procedures at all times. Maintain appropriate professional boundaries within the prison environment. Contribute to a positive culture of continuous improvement and high-quality teaching and learning.

Ensure all required records and documentation are completed accurately and promptly. Teamwork & Flexibility Work collaboratively with tutors, education staff, prison staff, and wider support teams. Communicate effectively with colleagues to ensure a smooth transition when covering classes. Be flexible and responsive to changing operational and educational requirements. Attend team meetings, training, CPD, and other relevant activities. Support the wider education team by providing reliable and effective class cover when required.

What We're Looking For Essential A recognised teaching qualification or willingness to work towards one. Strong communication, interpersonal, and classroom management skills. The ability to engage learners from diverse backgrounds and with varying levels of ability. Confidence and flexibility when working with unfamiliar classes and learning environments. The ability to follow lesson plans…