Associate Lecturer in Maths - Sessional

City of Portsmouth College (COPC); Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 43,000; Part time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Portsmouth seeks an Associate Lecturer in Maths. You will deliver GCSE Maths to students, providing feedback and collaborating on curriculum design. The ideal candidate has strong communication skills and Maths qualifications. This role is sessional/casual, offering variable hours up to 35 hours a week.

Benefits

42 days annual leave

Access to staff development programmes

Free car parking across all campus sites

Online discounts with College email address

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written.
• Problem solving abilities to resolve issues independently.
• Previous experience in a similar role or a lengthy background within Maths.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Maths GCSE qualifications to 16-19 year old learners.
• Provide constructive feedback and support to students.
• Collaborate with colleagues on curriculum design.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Problem solving abilities

Experience in Maths

Managing behaviour

Education

Maths qualifications

Level 5 Certificate in Education or equivalent

Job description

Job details

Job Title: Associate Lecturer in Maths - Sessional/Casual

Location: Highbury and North Harbour Campus

Hours of work: Variable hours up to 35 hours per week (including teaching and prep time), up to 52 weeks per year, Sessional/Casual

Recruiter: City of Portsmouth College (COPC) | Location Portsmouth [Hampshire], PO6 2SA + Cross Campus Travel

Salary: £29,074.42 - £42,579.53 Per Year, Actual Salary Pro Rata depending on hours

Posted: 09 Sep 2025 08:00 | Closes: 08 Oct 2025 23:59

Reference: 2425472 - S RP 1

Contract Type: Sessional / Hourly Paid

Hours: Hourly Paid

About us

At City of Portsmouth College, we aspire to be the employer of choice in the Portsmouth area, with a progressive, supportive, and rewarding workplace culture and one that offers competitive benefits for its staff. By joining us, you will be part of the change we are driving and will play a pivotal role in supporting the growth and development of our brilliant students, turning them into future leaders and innovators. Everyone at the College is part of the bigger picture and together, each role makes an impact and a difference to our students learning journey.

We have an unrivalled curriculum of courses on offer for students of all ages and stages covering A-levels, Apprenticeships, Vocational & Technical courses. We also offer Higher Education, Online learning and Community courses that appeal to the needs of the local community.

We aspire to become the employer of choice in the Portsmouth area, promoting a progressive, supportive and rewarding workplace culture. Here at COPC, we offer ongoing support, professional development / training and guidance alongside competitive benefits to all staff. By joining us you can be part of the journey to shape the next generations educational journey and you will play a pivotal role in supporting the growth and development of our brilliant students, turning them into future leaders and innovators.

What we offer

• Annual Leave: 42 days total and closure for winter shutdown period in line with Hampshire County Council school holidays & statutory bank holidays
• Learning & Development: Programmes by The Community Adult Education Department
• Staff Development: Access to the College staff development programmes and CPD
• Onsite Discounts: City of Portsmouth College Hair Salon & 50% off at the City of Portsmouth College Sports Centre
• Online Discounts: Unidays, Student Beans, and Totum with a City of Portsmouth College email address
• Parking: Free car parking across all campus sites (apart from Arundel)
• Blue Light Card: providing several discounts for clothing, electrical goods, food and days out, even concert tickets!

About the role

As a Lecturer in Maths here at COPC, your role will encompass various responsibilities aimed at providing the very best of learning experiences to our students. Your role will entail designing and delivering lessons and assessing students' progress through assignments / exams. You will also play a key role in curriculum development, staying updated with the GCSE Maths curriculum and standards to ensure students receive relevant and up to date teaching and learning.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver Maths GCSE qualifications to 16-19 year old construction learners alongside their vocational studies at our Highbury and North Harbour campuses. In addition to delivering to SEN learners in our discreet provision. Students will study across a range of courses which include; Functional Skills Entry, Level 1, Level 2 as well as GCSE
• Provide constructive feedback and support to students to help them improve their skills and achieve learning outcomes
• Collaborate with colleagues on curriculum design, program development and quality assurance initiatives
• Represent COPC with the utmost professionalism with every interaction
• Handle sensitive information with confidentiality and adherence to data protection regulations
• Foster a positive and inclusive environment that promotes diversity, equality and respect among all members of the college community

Qualifications and requirements

To be successful in this role, below is what we would need from you:

• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
• Problem solving abilities to resolve issues independently or collaboratively with colleagues
• Previous experience in a similar role or a lengthy background within Maths
• The ability to manage behaviour and set high expectations for students
• Maths qualifications are a must
• Level 5 Certificate in Education or equivalent or be willing to work towards

Diversity and Inclusion

Equality, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion are central to the work of City of Portsmouth College. This underpins the vision of the College to transform lives through providing exceptional education and training.

The College’s commitment to Equality, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion is reflected in the continued successful promotion of these strands through the curriculum, enrichment activities, and the range of direct and indirect student support services.

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