Functional Skills Assistant Manager

Assistant Manager Prison Education
Job Type: Full Time, Permanent
Location: Prison Education Site

Recruited UK are working with a leading education provider to recruit an experienced Assistant Manager for a prison education setting.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate education professional looking to step into a leadership role where you can make a real difference by helping learners develop skills, gain qualifications, and improve future opportunities.

The Role

You will support the Education Manager with the day-to-day running of the education department, leading teaching staff, driving quality improvement, supporting curriculum delivery, and ensuring learners achieve positive outcomes.

You will also deputise for the Education Manager when required.

Key Responsibilities

• Support and develop teaching and support staff
• Drive quality assurance and curriculum improvement
• Monitor learner progress, achievement, and attendance
• Support lesson observations, learning walks, and staff development
• Ensure compliance with Ofsted and Ministry of Justice standards
• Deliver teaching sessions when required
• Promote a positive and inclusive learning environment

Requirements

• Level 5 Teaching Qualification
• Functional Skills English and Maths delivery experience
• Previous teaching and leadership experience
• Strong understanding of Ofsted EIF
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Passion for education and learner success

Desirable

• IQA qualification
• Prison education or adult learning experience

This is a fully site-based role within a secure prison environment. Prison clearance will be required.

Apply now to join a team committed to transforming lives through education.