Functional Skills Mathematics Teacher

Novus; Lichfield; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

40 days annual leave

Wellbeing / personal development time

Teacher's pension

Retail discounts

Employee Assistance Program

Cycle to work scheme

Job summary

Novus is seeking a dedicated Functional Skills Maths Teacher to join our prison education team at HMP Swinfen Hall. You will plan and deliver engaging maths lessons, assess progress, and adapt to learners’ needs in a secured setting.

The role is permanent, full-time, 37 hours per week, serving young adults 18 to 28 years old. We require current teaching qualifications, a Level 2 Literacy and Numeracy, and a passion for making maths accessible.

Qualifications

• Hold a PGCE or Certificate of Education.
• Hold a Level 2 qualification in Literacy and Numeracy.

Responsibilities

• Teach Functional Skills Maths to young adults 18–28 within a prison education environment.
• Plan, deliver engaging maths lessons, assess progress, and adapt teaching to meet individual needs.

Skills

Teaching aptitude

Interpersonal skills

IT skills

Motivating learners

Organisational skills

Education

PGCE or Certificate of Education

Level 2 Literacy and Numeracy

Tools

IT skills

Job description

Job description

Are you passionate about helping learners build confidence with numbers and unlock new opportunities through maths? We're looking for a dedicated, creative, and qualified Functional Skills Maths Teacher to join our prison education team.

In this rewarding role, you'll plan and deliver engaging maths lessons, support learners in secured settings working towards recognised qualifications, assess progress, and adapt your teaching to meet a range of individual needs and abilities. If you're committed to making maths accessible, relevant, and inspiring, this is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference while helping learners develop the skills they need for further learning, employment, and everyday life.

We have a great opportunity available to join Novus, our prison education provider at HMP Swinfen Hall, working as a Functional Skills Maths Teacher. This role is offered on a permanent, full-time basis, working 37 hours per week. Cohort includes young adults (18 to 28 years of age) and we are looking to recruit a qualified Maths teacher.

Who are Novus?

Novus are a leading provider of prison education and have been supporting men, women, and children of all ages for over 30 years across the UK to take new directions. We are also part of the LTE group of companies that include The Manchester College, MOL, Total People, UCEN, and LTE Group Operations. We are currently rated "Good" by Ofsted and have partnerships with over 1000 industry and employer partners, ensuring our learners secure their place as the movers and shakers of the future. Our business is growing year on year due to our continued success as a leading provider in prison education.

Site Information

HMP Swinfen Hall is a category C prison for young adult and adult men located near the village of Swinfen, and is situated 2 miles south of Lichfield in Staffordshire. The key aim of the prison is to provide education, vocational training, and comprehensive support services to prepare inmates for a successful reintegration into society.

Role Responsibilities

Teaching Functional Skills Maths to young adults from 18 to 28 years of age within a prison education environment.

Please see the attached role profile for an overview of general role responsibilities. Specific details of the role are also shared during the interview process.

Skills, Qualifications and Experience

• Hold a teaching qualification (PGCE or Certificate of Education)
• Hold a relevant subject specialist qualification or commit to obtain the outstanding qualification within 12 months.
• Hold a Level 2 qualification in Literacy and Numeracy.
• Understand or have experience of creating stimulating, vibrant environments which are conducive to learning and motivational for learners
• Have a good previous track record of achieving quality targets, producing accurate and timely reports, and positive team working
• Demonstrate effective interpersonal and communication skills, as well as good IT skills
• Have passion for the subject and an ability to motivate and enthuse learners in the subject matter
• Demonstrate good organisational skills to prioritise workload and meet deadlines/targets

Benefits

• 40 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays
• 2 hours for wellbeing / personal development per week
• Significant Pension contributions (Teacher's pension)
• Retail Discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Cycle to work scheme

Safeguarding

The LTE Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All applicants will be required to undergo an appropriate DBS check via the Criminal Records Bureau and may be subject to additional online checks as part of our pre-screening process. Some roles are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and would require an Enhanced DBS check.

Equal Opportunities Statement

Novus is committed to providing an environment where everyone is valued as an individual and where learners and colleagues can work, learn, flourish and develop their skills and knowledge in an atmosphere of dignity and respect. We are committed to working in an inclusive way with all the communities in which we are geographically located and to developing a workforce and learner community that reflects the UK's rich diversity and vibrancy.

The closing date for this job advert is

08/10/2026. However, sometimes the job advert may close early if we receive a good response!