Associate Lecturer - Foundation Maths and English

Exeter College; Exeter; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Part time

Job summary

An educational institution in Exeter is seeking an Associate Lecturer in Foundation Maths and English. This ad-hoc position requires flexibility for covering lessons due to staff absence. Applicants should hold a relevant degree and teaching qualification, with a strong passion for working with students. The role offers generous holidays and a range of benefits, supporting both learner and teacher development.

Benefits

Generous holidays

Superb pension scheme

Free counselling

Discounted supermarket shopping

Spa treatments

Electric cars

Paddleboarding

Qualifications

• A relevant degree is required for the position.
• Candidates should have a teaching qualification.
• Passion and enthusiasm for working with young people is essential.

Responsibilities

• Be available for cover lessons on short notice.
• Deliver pre-prepared engaging lessons to students.
• Support learners in achieving their potential.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Interpersonal skills

Flexibility

Education

Relevant degree

Teaching qualification

Job description

Associate Lecturer – Foundation Maths and English

The Faculty of Foundation Maths and English is dedicated to providing high‑quality teaching and learning experiences across a range of courses. We are committed to supporting learners across the College in the achievement of GCSE and Functional Skills qualifications and are eager to continue to develop our enthusiastic and highly motivated group of staff to support this remit.

This role is an ad‑hoc cover position, requiring flexibility and availability for the cover of sessions throughout the academic year due to staff absence. We would welcome applications from teachers with either a maths or an English specialism, or a willingness to deliver both subjects.

What you’ll do:

• Be available for cover lessons on short notice
• Deliver pre‑prepared engaging lessons to students with varied educational backgrounds
• Build confidence and resilience, supporting learners in achieving their potential

What we’re looking for:

• A relevant degree
• A teaching qualification
• Passion and enthusiasm for working with young people who may lack confidence and need academic and pastoral support
• Excellent communication, organisational, and interpersonal skills
• A flexible and proactive approach to teaching and team collaboration

Why join us?

You’ll be part of a highly motivated team renowned for delivering above‑average national results in a vibrant and committed environment. This role provides the chance to support learners in their educational journey while also developing your own teaching expertise.

Benefits Statement

We offer incredibly generous holidays and a superb pension scheme. You’ll also enjoy a package of amazing benefits, including free counselling, discounted supermarket shopping, spa treatments, electric cars, and paddleboarding.

How to apply:

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The closing date for receipt of completed applications is 20th November 2025.

Interviews will be held in Exeter on Monday 1st December 2025.

At Exeter College, we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and adults, and we expect all staff to share this commitment.

Everyone’s welcome to apply for a role here, regardless of personal characteristics, including race, age, gender, religion, ability, disability, or sexuality.

We follow safer recruitment statutory guidance (Keeping Children Safe in Education). If you’re successful, you will be required to complete thorough pre‑employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references. All posts at Exeter College are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. The amendments to the ROA 1974 (Exceptions Order 1975, (amended 2013 and 2020)) mean that when applying for certain jobs and activities, certain spent convictions and cautions are “protected”, so they do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account. The MOJ’s guidance on the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Exceptions Order 1975, provides information about which convictions must be declared during job applications, related exceptions and further information.

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