Journalism Lecturer

Lecturer – Journalism / Generalist (Prison Education)

Location: HMP Fosse Way, Tigers Road, Wigston, Leicester, LE18 4WS
Hours: 37.5 hours per week, 52 weeks per year
Salary: Up to £37,440 per annum (depending on experience)

About the Role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a creative, adaptable and inspiring Lecturer to deliver Journalism and general education within HMP Fosse Way.

This role involves teaching engaging classes to learners with a wide range of abilities, many of whom may have had negative or interrupted experiences with education. You’ll play a key role in motivating students, helping them achieve qualifications, and supporting their personal growth, confidence and employment‑focused skills.

Alongside Journalism, you may deliver across other related subject areas, providing a varied and stimulating teaching timetable.

The role may also include outreach teaching across different parts of the prison. You’ll build strong professional relationships with learners and create a safe, inclusive learning environment that promotes aspiration and progress.

What You Will Do

• Plan, prepare and deliver engaging Journalism and general education lessons
• Teach small groups (average of 12 learners), supported by a student mentor and inclusion practitioners
• Deliver sessions of approximately 2.75 hours
• Create your own schemes of work, lesson plans and creative teaching resources
• Adapt teaching approaches to meet a diverse range of learning needs
• Set SMART targets and track learner progress using Individual Learning Plans
• Assess work, provide constructive feedback and maintain accurate records
• Ensure full compliance with quality assurance and curriculum standards
• Support learners' wider personal development, confidence and employability skills
• Work across the prison estate where education is delivered
• Promote equality, diversity, inclusion and a positive classroom culture

What We’re Looking ForKnowledge, Expertise & Qualifications

• A relevant degree or vocational qualification
• Full teaching qualification (e.g. PGCE, Cert Ed, DTLLS)
• Experience teaching or training in Journalism, Media or a related subject
• Up‑to‑date knowledge of curriculum requirements and accreditation
• Experience supporting diverse groups of learners through accredited courses

Skills & Personal Qualities

• Creative, innovative and engaging teaching style
• Ability to inspire learners who may have little confidence or limited prior education
• Strong communication and relationship‑building skills
• Ability to plan effectively, solve problems and adapt within a secure setting
• Commitment to high‑quality teaching, equality, diversity and learner success
• Comfortable working within the structure and responsibilities of a prison environment

Benefits

• 35 days annual leave + 3 additional closure days + bank holidays (pro‑rata for part‑time)
• Generous pension scheme
• Professional development opportunities, including teaching qualifications
• Employee Assistance Programme (24/7 support)
• Access to NUS discounts and staff reward platform
• Employee wellbeing platform
• Free on‑site parking

Safer Recruitment & Security

All appointments are subject to:

• Enhanced DBS check
• Prison security clearance (up to Counter Terrorist Check level)

A commitment to safeguarding, equality, diversity and inclusion is essential.

How to Apply

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Contact: 0115 977 55 10
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