Employability Tutor

Bhuku Ltd is recruiting a Peer Employment & Employability Tutor to deliver a structured, peer-led employment programme at HMP/YOI Isis.

This role focuses on supporting young adult prisoners (aged 18-25) to develop the skills, confidence and experience needed to progress into employment, education or training on release.

You will deliver a programme that combines practical employability skills with a peer mentoring model, enabling learners to take on roles such as Recruitment Consultants and Employment Mentors., You will deliver a structured programme that supports learners to:

Build confidence, motivation and employability skills
Develop CVs and disclosure letters
Prepare for interviews and professional environments
Identify career goals and pathways
Develop communication, teamwork and leadership skills
Understand employer expectations and workplace behaviours

You will also:

Deliver a Level 1 Peer Recruitment qualification (City & Guilds assured)
Train learners to act as peer mentors and employment consultants
Support learners through 1:1 and group sessions
Facilitate mock interviews and employer engagement activities
Support learners to progress into employment or further opportunities, This role is based in a young adult resettlement prison (ages 18-25)
All staff must:
Pass security vetting
Complete prison induction and training
Follow all HMPPS policies and procedures

You will work closely with:
Prison Employment Lead
Learning & Skills Manager
Activities Hub

Delivery includes peer-led mentoring and employer engagement activities

Experience delivering employability, personal development or training programmes
Strong communication and facilitation skills
Ability to engage young adults with diverse needs
Ability to work within a secure environment and follow procedures
Willingness to complete prison vetting and induction

Desirable

Experience working in a custodial or secure setting
Teaching, training or coaching qualification
Experience supporting young people or NEET learners
Knowledge of recruitment, employment or careers guidance

Skills and experience

You will be:

Confident delivering structured group sessions
Able to support learners with low confidence or limited work experience
Skilled in mentoring and coaching individuals
Organised and able to track learner progress and outcomes
Professional and resilient in a secure environment

Monday to Thursday
08:00 - 16:30
Delivery aligned to prison regime times
9-month fixed-term contract

Person specification

Essential, Consistent weekly working pattern
Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on young people
Experience delivering innovative peer-led programmes
Potential for future contracts with Bhuku Ltd