Learning and Skills Worker

Cover Learning and Skills Worker – Ad‑hoc

We’re looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated Cover Learning and Skills Worker to join our team at HMP Hindley. The role is offered on an ad‑hoc basis.

HMP Hindley is a Prison and Young Offender Institution (YOI) based in Bickershaw near Wigan, Greater Manchester.

Please see the attached role profile for an overview of general role responsibilities. Specific details of the role are shared during the interview process.

• Have experience of conducting assessments and supporting learning of individuals and groups
• Have experience of working with groups of learners with a range of abilities
• Have experience of successfully working in an effective multi‑disciplinary team
• Proven track record of achieving performance targets
• Demonstrate accurate and timely reporting
• Demonstrate team working
• Demonstrate efficient use of IT systems to find and collate information
• Have excellent customer service
• Have effective communication skills
• Significant pension contributions
• Retail discounts
• Employee assistance programme
• Cycle to work scheme

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.

The closing date for this job advert is 27/07/2026. However, sometimes the job advert may close early if we receive a good response!