Join the Novus Teacher Bank
Flexible careers in prison education
Flexible, purpose-driven teaching opportunities that let you make a real difference, including specialist roles in prison education across the UK.
By joining our Teacher Bank, you gain the freedom to shape your career while contributing to life changing education in secure environments.
Why Join the Novus Teacher Bank?
Are you looking for flexible teaching opportunities with real purpose?
The Novus Teacher Bank offers rewarding, adaptable roles for education professionals who want to make a meaningful difference, including specialist opportunities within prison education across the UK.
Flexible Work That Fits Around You
Our Teacher Bank is designed to give you control. Choose when, where and how often you work, with no evenings, weekends or holiday cover required.
You will have opportunities to work across different prison education settings, gaining valuable experience in varied environments. This flexibility allows you to build confidence, broaden your skill set and maintain a healthy work life balance.
Whether you are seeking part time teaching work, supply teaching in prisons, or a flexible route back into education, our Teacher Bank offers a supportive and structured pathway.
Professional Development and Specialist Training
At Novus, we are committed to continuous professional development. As a member of the Teacher Bank, you will benefit from:
- Access to training and mentoring programmes
- Specialist development tailored to prison education
- Opportunities to expand subject expertise in secure settings
- Ongoing support from experienced education leaders
Working in prison education requires a unique approach, and we provide the tools and guidance you need to succeed and thrive in this specialist field.
A Pathway to Permanent Teaching Roles
Our Teacher Bank is more than just flexible cover work. It is a gateway to long term and permanent teaching positions within Novus.
By working across our education sites, you will:
- Build strong professional relationships
- Gain visibility across the organisation
- Explore different roles and prison locations
- Develop confidence in secure education settings
Many of our bank teachers successfully transition into full-time roles through this pathway.
Competitive Benefits and Direct Employment
As part of the Novus Teacher Bank, you will enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Significant pension contributions through the Teachers’ Pension Scheme or Local Government Pension Scheme
- Retail discounts and wellbeing hours
- Access to an Employee Assistance Programme
- Daytime only working patterns
- Higher take home pay through direct employment with no agency fees
Unlike agency supply roles, you are employed directly by Novus, providing greater stability, support and financial benefits.
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Make a Difference Through Prison Education
Choosing to work in prison education means becoming part of something transformational.
Teaching in prisons is some of the most impactful work you can do. Every lesson contributes to reducing reoffending and supporting individuals to build brighter futures.
Education in prison plays a vital role in rehabilitation. As a Teacher Bank member, you will help learners:
Gain recognised qualifications
Develop employability skills
Build confidence and self-belief
Prepare for successful resettlement
Current Opportunities - Join the Teacher Bank
We are now recruiting qualified teachers, tutors and vocational specialists to join our growing Teacher Bank supporting prison education settings across the UK.
Typical roles include:
- English and maths teachers
- Functional skills tutors
- Vocational and technical trainers
- Personal and social development educators
- Cover teachers across multiple subject areas
If you are passionate about education, committed to high standards and ready to work in a purpose led environment, we would love to hear from you.
Start Your Purpose Driven Teaching Career Today
Whether you are seeking flexibility, professional growth or the opportunity to change lives through prison education, the Novus Teacher Bank offers a rewarding and meaningful career pathway.
Our recruitment team will be happy to discuss flexible opportunities and answer any questions about working in prison education.
Join us and help transform futures through education.