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Bovingdon, Hertfordshire - 30k - 35k Annual GBP Permanent Posted by: Trigon Recruitment Ltd Posted: 1/24/2026 7:00:43 AM
 
 
Job Title: English Teacher (Prisons)
Location: HMP The Mount
Salary: From £30,000 (DOE)
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent

Role & Client Overview:
We have an exciting opportunity for an English Teacher to join our clients team, based on-site at HMP The Mount. In this role, you will deliver Higher-Level English tutoring, working with small groups of learners within the prison to help develop their skills, knowledge, and behaviours.
You will support learners in achieving their long-term goals and aspirations, ensuring that appropriate training plans, advice, and guidance are in place. Our tutors are passionate about delivering high-quality, engaging courses that help learners reach their full potential.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Deliver Higher-Level English tutoring to small groups of learners.
  • Plan and deliver engaging lessons tailored to individual learner needs.
  • Ensure training plans are in place and provide guidance and support when required.
  • Monitor learner progress and provide regular feedback.
  • Use a range of teaching methods to support different learning styles.
  • Maintain accurate records of learner achievements and assessments.
  • Ensure the delivery of high-quality courses that meet awarding body and quality standards.
Essential/Desirable Criteria:
Essential :
  • Level 3 English qualification (or equivalent).
  • Significant experience in delivering English training.
  • Strong ability to use a variety of teaching methods to engage learners.
Desirable :
  • A teaching or assessing qualification (or willingness to work towards one).
  • Experience delivering training in prison education or similar environments.
(If you do not currently hold a teaching or assessing qualification, support will be provided to achieve this as part of your probationary period.)
Employee Benefits
  • 30 days annual leave (for teaching roles).
  • Paid Life Event Day (one per year).
  • Cycle to Work Scheme.
  • Access to discounts and cashback.
  • Employee Assistance Programme (24/7 support).
  • Enhanced wedding leave & maternity scheme.
  • Sharesave scheme.
  • Refer a Friend reward scheme.
  • Holiday purchase scheme (buy additional leave).
  • Pension scheme & life assurance.
  • A paid volunteering day each year.
For a confidential discussion or to apply, please contact Robert Rowe on (phone number removed) or email your CV to (url removed)
Bovingdon, Hertfordshire, UK
Education
30k - 35k Annual GBP
Trigon Recruitment Ltd
Trigon Recruitment Ltd
JS3061394765
1/24/2026 7:00:43 AM
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