Functional Skills English

The Manchester College; Lancaster; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

An education provider in the UK seeks an enthusiastic cover teacher to support learners in their journey. This full-time role involves creating stimulating learning environments and achieving educational targets, located in Lancaster. Candidates should possess relevant teaching qualifications and have a commitment to fostering an inclusive and nurturing atmosphere.

Benefits

40 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays

Significant Pension contributions

Retail Discounts

Employee Assistance Program

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Must hold or be working towards Qualified Teacher Status or QTLS.
• Commitment to obtain outstanding qualifications within 12 months.
• Experience in producing accurate and timely reports.

Responsibilities

• Create vibrant learning environments for students.
• Support learners in achieving educational targets.
• Develop and maintain accurate documentation and reports.

Skills

Teaching qualification

Level 2 qualification in Literacy

Level 2 qualification in Numeracy

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Creating stimulating learning environments

Achievement of quality targets

Education

Relevant subject specialist qualification

Job description

The job requirements are detailed below. Where applicable the skills, qualifications and memberships required for this job have also been included.

Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of Learners? We’re looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated cover teacher to join our team! If you’re driven by helping others reach their full potential, providing one‑on‑one support, and creating an inclusive, nurturing environment, this is your chance to be part of something truly rewarding. Bring your compassion, creativity, and commitment to support our students in their learning journey and empower them to succeed!

We have a great opportunity available to join Novus, our prison education provider at HMP Lanscaster Farms as a Functional Skills English Cover Teacher. This position is offered on a Fixed Term basis, full time for 6 months. Mon‑Thurs 8.15am‑5pm then half a day Friday.

Who are Novus?

Novus are a leading provider of prison education and have been supporting men, women, and children of all ages for over 30 years across the UK to take new directions. We are also part of the LTE group of companies that include MOL, Total People, UCEN, and LTE Group Operations. We are currently rated “Good” by Ofsted and have partnerships with over 1000 industry and employer partners to ensure our learners secure their place as the movers and shakers of the future. Our business is growing year on year due to our continued success as a leading provider in prison education.

Site Information

HMP Lanscaster Farms is located on the outskirts of Lancaster. The prison is a Category C Male Prison and offers a diverse range of education opportunities and employment support opportunities in industrial cleaning, physical education, gardening among others. The team’s aim is to create an environment in which staff and prisoners always feel safe. The prison’s mission is to provide a secure, safe, and rehabilitative environment that encourages positive change and prepares inmates for a successful reintegration into society.

Role Responsibilities

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

Skills, Qualifications and Experience

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• Teaching qualification and where applicable, relevant subject specialist qualification - with a commitment to obtain the outstanding qualification within 12 months
• Level 2 qualification in Literacy and Numeracy
• Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)/ Qualified Teacher Learning and Skills (QTLS) or commit to work towards within a specified timeframe (Applies to Teachers in YOI only)
• Creating stimulating, vibrant environments which are conducive to learning and motivational for learners
• Achievement of quality targets
• Producing accurate and timely reports
• 40 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays
• Significant Pension contributions (Teachers’ Pension)
• Retail Discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Cycle to work scheme

Safeguarding

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.

Novus is committed to providing an environment where everyone is valued as an individual and where learners and colleagues can work, learn, flourish and develop their skills and knowledge in an atmosphere of dignity and respect. We are committed to working in an inclusive way with all the communities in which we are geographically located and to developing a workforce and learner community that reflects the UK’s rich diversity and vibrancy.

The closing date for this job advert is 28/11/2025. However, sometimes the job advert may close early if we receive a good response!.