Information Technology IT Lecturer

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Location: HMP Erlestoke, Devizes, Wiltshire, SN10 5TUHours: 22.2 hours per week, 52 weeks per yearSalary: Up to £32,578 per annum (Full Time Equivalent) Up to £19,286 pro rataApprenticeships: Development opportunities are available through ApprenticeshipstandardsReporting To: Education ManagerClosing Date for Applications: Thursday 24th June 2021IN SHORTMilton Keynes College have an exciting opportunity for an innovative and inspiring Information Technology Lecturer to join the education team based at HMPErlestoke on a part-time basis.This is an exciting opportunity where you will be creating a positive learning experience for diverse groups of learners within the prison.As an IT Lecturer/Teacher, you will be helping learners to achieve qualifications theycan use to gain employment whilst in custody and upon release. As well as qualifications, you will be supporting learners to build skills and confidence they can apply to other areas of education and employment. As an essential part of the learners journey,you can offer your skills and knowledge to guide them successfully through their courses.If you are passionate about making a difference and having a positive impact on a learners experience, this is a fantastic opportunity for you!MK College will treat allapplicants fairly and with respect, irrespective of their background, disability or any other individual characteristic. We particularly encourage applications from people with backgrounds which are currently under-represented within Milton Keynes College.All offers made to successful candidates are subject to satisfactory outcomes to a range of pre-employment checks including a Disclosure and Barring Service check (DBS). In addition, security clearance is required for all prison services positions up to CounterTerrorist Check (CTC) level.OUR BENEFITS35 days annual leave, 3 additional days leave for Christmas to New Year closure and UK Bank Holidays (entitlement will be pro-rated for part-time employees)Generous Pension SchemeProfessional development opportunities,including professional qualificationsEmployee Assistance Programme (EAP) accessible 24 hours per day, 365 days per yearA variety of amazing discounts with NUS CardEmployee wellbeing platform with options to book free activitiesABOUT HMP ERLESTOKEHMP Erlestokeis a Category C prison, holding approximately 444 adult male sentenced offenders. The prison is built on the former grounds of Erlestoke Manor House and has expanded in both offender numbers and intervention programmes.HMP Erlestokes focus is firmly fixedon reducing reoffending and preventing future victims of crime by preparing offenders for their release through accredited intervention programmes, skill and vocational based training and education, in a pro social environment.Courses at HMP Erlestoke includeMaths, English, IT, Horticulture, Carpentry, Plastering, Bricklaying, Cleaning and Support Services, Cookery, Creative Craft, Personal and Development Skills and much more.The education hours are Monday to Thursday 8.45am - 11.45am, 1.45pm - 4.45pm and onFridays 8.45am - 11.45am.Involved with several projects including "Reading Ahead" where Erlestoke have achieved a double gold award for over 500 completions. As well as participating with the "Inside Out" project and "Chain Gang" creative writing class. Erlestokealso issue internal magazines highlighting various events, projects and support alongside articles, interviews and shared experiences as well as promoting well-being and education.HMP Erlestoke achieved "Good" in their most recent Ofsted inspection.HMP Erlestokestrive to provide a safe, decent and secure environment for offenders, staff and visitors.** For further information about this opportunity, please refer to the attached document