Lecturer - ESOL Maths

Waltham Forest College; London; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in East London is seeking a Lecturer for Maths with ESOL. The role involves teaching a diverse group of learners aged 16-19 and adults. Candidates must have a relevant degree, teaching qualifications, and an enthusiasm for education. The college offers professional development opportunities and various benefits including a pension scheme and employee assistance programs.

Benefits

Career average pension scheme

Employee assistance programme

Enhanced sick pay

NUS Employee discount

Free onsite parking

Cycle to work scheme

Sodexo benefits scheme

Qualifications

• Must possess a relevant degree and a teaching qualification.
• Experience and enthusiasm for teaching are essential.
• Ability to teach both Maths and ESOL courses.

Responsibilities

• Teach Maths and ESOL to 16-19 year olds and adult learners.
• Deliver bespoke FS Maths lessons for ESOL students.
• Engage in regular professional development opportunities.

Skills

Teaching diverse age learners

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

Relevant degree

Teaching qualification

CELTA qualification (desirable)

Job description

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Job Title: Lecturer – Maths with ESOL

Location: East London

Hours: 36

Contract Type: Permanent

Waltham Forest College has been rated ‘Outstanding’ by Ofsted following its most recent inspection and has distinguished itself as one of only a small number of General Further Education Colleges across the country to achieve the prestigious ‘Outstanding’ rating.

Waltham Forest College has been named one of The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2025, a testament to its exceptional employee experience and organisational culture. Survey results revealed staff engagement and confidence in leadership to be significantly above the national average, underlining the College’s focus on wellbeing, inclusivity, and professional growth.

Ranked in the top 5% of GFE colleges nationally for student achievement, Waltham Forest College continues to be an aspirational destination for learners. With state-of-the-art industry-standard facilities, a dedicated and expert teaching team, and a strong network of employer partnerships, the College ensures students are future-ready and equipped for success.

We are looking to increase our team of experienced teachers. This is an exciting opportunity for a proactive and enthusiastic Maths teacher to join a team of professionals who are committed to the success of our learners.

You will be responsible for teaching Maths and ESOL to 16-19 year olds and adult ESOL learners, across a range of levels from E1 to Level 2. Our ESOL students benefit from bespoke FS Maths lessons delivered by a Maths teacher with ESOL experience who understands the language barriers common to these assessments. You will be required to teach both Maths to ESOL learners, and ESOL lessons,

You must possess a relevant degree as well as a teaching qualification. A CELTA qualification is also desirable. You will also have experience of and an enthusiasm for teaching a diverse age of learners and have good interpersonal and communication skills. There will be opportunities for you to expand your knowledge and experience by undertaking regular professional development

What’s in it for you?

We offer the opportunity to help develop your skills and knowledge in a friendly team environment, plus a range of benefits including a career average pension scheme, employee assistance programme, enhanced sick pay, NUS Employee discount, free onsite parking, cycle to work scheme and Sodexo benefits scheme.

Equality, diversity and inclusion

We are committed to creating and promoting a diverse and inclusive workforce that better reflects the wider community we support.

Safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of our students and expect everybody working for the College to share this commitment. We actively seek DBS clearance checks for applications of employment as part of our safeguarding procedures. In line with KCSIE 2024 and Safer Recruitment principles the college reserves the right to conduct online searches of shortlisted candidate.

Closing Date: 15 August 2025

Interview Date: w/c 26 August 2025

*Please apply as soon as possible as applications

will be considered upon receipt; we reserve the right to interview before the closing date*.

Safeguarding Statement

Waltham Forest College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion. Waltham Forest College is a Mindful Employer. People who have experienced mental health issues will not be discriminated against due to their mental ill health. Disclosure of a mental health problem will enable the College to assess and provide the right level of support or adjustment if needed.

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Job Title: Lecturer – Maths with ESOL

Location: East London

Hours: 36

Salary: £27,165 - £42,435

Contract Type: Permanent

Waltham Forest College has been rated ‘Outstanding’ by Ofsted following its most recent inspection and has distinguished itself as one of only a small number of General Further Education Colleges across the country to achieve the prestigious ‘Outstanding’ rating.

Waltham Forest College has been named one of The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2025, a testament to its exceptional employee experience and organisational culture. Survey results revealed staff engagement and confidence in leadership to be significantly above the national average, underlining the College’s focus on wellbeing, inclusivity, and professional growth.

Ranked in the top 5% of GFE colleges nationally for student achievement, Waltham Forest College continues to be an aspirational destination for learners. With state-of-the-art industry-standard facilities, a dedicated and expert teaching team, and a strong network of employer partnerships, the College ensures students are future-ready and equipped for success.

We are looking to increase our team of experienced teachers. This is an exciting opportunity for a proactive and enthusiastic Maths teacher to join a team of professionals who are committed to the success of our learners.

You will be responsible for teaching Maths and ESOL to 16-19 year olds and adult ESOL learners, across a range of levels from E1 to Level 2. Our ESOL students benefit from bespoke FS Maths lessons delivered by a Maths teacher with ESOL experience who understands the language barriers common to these assessments. You will be required to teach both Maths to ESOL learners, and ESOL lessons,

You must possess a relevant degree as well as a teaching qualification. A CELTA qualification is also desirable. You will also have experience of and an enthusiasm for teaching a diverse age of learners and have good interpersonal and communication skills. There will be opportunities for you to expand your knowledge and experience by undertaking regular professional development

What’s in it for you?

We offer the opportunity to help develop your skills and knowledge in a friendly team environment, plus a range of benefits including a career average pension scheme, employee assistance programme, enhanced sick pay, NUS Employee discount, free onsite parking, cycle to work scheme and Sodexo benefits scheme.

Equality, diversity and inclusion

We are committed to creating and promoting a diverse and inclusive workforce that better reflects the wider community we support.

Safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of our students and expect everybody working for the College to share this commitment. We actively seek DBS clearance checks for applications of employment as part of our safeguarding procedures. In line with KCSIE 2024 and Safer Recruitment principles the college reserves the right to conduct online searches of shortlisted candidate.

Closing Date: 15 August 2025

Interview Date: w/c 26 August 2025

*Please apply as soon as possible as applications

will be considered upon receipt; we reserve the right to interview before the closing date*.

Safeguarding Statement

Waltham Forest College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion. Waltham Forest College is a Mindful Employer. People who have experienced mental health issues will not be discriminated against due to their mental ill health. Disclosure of a mental health problem will enable the College to assess and provide the right level of support or adjustment if needed.