Learning and Skills Worker

Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of Learners? We’re looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated Learning and Skills Worker 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 Moorland, working as a Learning and Skills Worker. This role is offered on a permanent full-time basis working 37 hours per week. 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 The Manchester College, 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, ensuring 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 Moorland is located near Hatfield Woodhouse in Doncaster, South Yorkshire. It is a Category C prison that houses adult male offenders. It offers various rehabilitation and Education programs. The prison aims to create an environment in which staff and prisoners feel safe at all times. 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 of the role are shared during the interview process. Skills, Qualifications and Experience To be successful in this role, you will need to: 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 Benefits 35 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays 2 hours for wellbeing / personal development per week Significant Pension contributions 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. Equal Opportunities Statement 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 17/06/2026. However, sometimes the job advert may close early if we receive a good response!