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Life Skills Teacher

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United Kingdom , Millom

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Education

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Employment contract

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Salary:

30208.88 - 39648.96 GBP / Year
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Job Description:

Are you passionate about shaping and inspiring the workforce of tomorrow? We’re looking for a creative, dedicated, and enthusiastic Life Skills Teacher to join our vibrant team! If you’re committed to delivering engaging lessons, making a difference in students' lives, and fostering a love for learning, we want to hear from you. Step into a role where your passion, creativity, and dedication will inspire our learners to reach their full potential and thrive in a supportive, dynamic environment! We have a great opportunity available to join Novus, our prison education provider at HMP Haverigg, working as a Life Skills Teacher. This role is offered on a permanent, part-time basis, working 18.5 hours a week.

Job Responsibility:

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

Requirements:

  • Hold a teaching qualification and where applicable, relevant subject specialist qualification - with a commitment to obtain the outstanding qualification within 12 months
  • Hold a Level 2 qualification in Literacy and Numeracy
  • Have experience in creating stimulating, vibrant environments which are conducive to learning and motivational for learners
  • Have previous track record showing achievement of quality targets
  • Have successfully produced accurate and timely reports
  • Demonstrate effective interpersonal and communication skills
  • Can motivate and enthuse learners
  • Have organisational skills to prioritise workload to meet deadlines and targets
  • Demonstrate positive team working
What we offer:
  • 40 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays *pro-rata
  • 2 hours for wellbeing / personal development per week *pro-rata
  • Significant Pension contributions
  • Retail Discounts
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Cycle to work scheme

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
May 14, 2026

Expiration:
June 09, 2026

Employment Type:
Parttime
Work Type:
On-site work
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