Lecturer in Maths

Kirklees Council; Dewsbury; On-site; GBP 32,938 - 40,725; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee assistance programme

Retail and leisure discounts

Reduced Metro travel

Job summary

Kirklees College is seeking a Maths Lecturer based in Dewsbury to deliver high-quality Maths tuition across a range of learner levels. The role emphasizes the use of digital resources to support engaging learning experiences.

You will manage course organisation, assessment activities and student records, ensuring a strong focus on progression, safeguarding, and college values in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• A'Level Maths or equivalent.
• Related degree and PGCE (or equivalent).
• Demonstrable experience in Teaching and Learning (TLA).

Responsibilities

• Deliver Maths curriculum to learners at varying levels of ability.
• Maintain class registers, records of work and enrolment processes.
• Plan and deliver engaging lessons using digital resources to enhance learning.
• Contribute to curriculum development and course materials.
• Support students with Initial Assessment, Induction and Individual Learning Plans.

Skills

Communication

Student engagement

TLA experience

Education

A'Level Maths qualification

Related Degree

PGCE

Job description

Job Description

Job Title: Lecturer in Maths

Salary: £32,938 - £40,725

Location: Dewsbury

Hours and Weeks per Year: 37 hrs / 52 weeks

At Kirklees College we are always looking for new talent, and welcome applications from all sectors. Whether in a teaching & learning role or in one of our specialised Business Support functions, you’ll be involved in nurturing and developing the next generation of construction workers, engineers, health workers and countless others. We’re already a successful college, but we’re continually striving to be better and do better – be part of our story!

In the role of Maths Lecturer you’ll be based at one of our Dewsbury sites and your focus will be on delivering curriculum, using a range of digital resources, to ensure our learners receive a high quality and relevant learning experience.

Your key responsibilities will be to effectively deliver the curriculum, ensuring a high quality and relevant learning experience for our students. You will be delivering Maths to a wide range of learners at various levels of ability.

• Teaching students as required at any of the centres utilised by Kirklees College.
• Managing the effective organisation of the course by the establishment of such syllabuses, schemes of work and any records as determined by the College including an effective induction programme.
• Maintaining class registers, lists of students and records of their work and engage in such administrative work directly associated with the enrolment and registration of students.
• Ensuring that each learner has completed an Initial Assessment, Induction and an Individual Learning Plan.
• Monitoring and assessing students in accordance with the requirements of the programme and to contribute to the Quality Improvement Strategy, including Internal/External Verification.
• Ensuring effective and appropriate learning support is provided for students on the course.
• Co-ordinating the course/s and ensure that quality improvement strategies are implemented and complied with.
• Contribute to curriculum development, design and delivery in response to changing requirements and new demands.
• Ensuring that the course/s of students are effectively delivered in line with Awarding
• Body requirements.
• Ensuring the student Positive Behaviour Policy is implemented in line with College guidelines.
• Conducting student interviews, attending Open Days/Evening Events and to manage the admissions/enrolment process for the course/s in liaison with the College’s Admissions staff.
• Working with the Head of Faculty, Curriculum Area Manager and course team members in providing management information and ensuring the completion of necessary administration procedures.
• Setting and monitoring targets for student enrolment, attendance, punctuality, retention and achievement, and report on these factors as required.
• Developing and managing the innovative use of course materials and resources.
• Attending and contributing to area meetings.
• Participating in any liaison activities relevant to the course/s.
• There are things that we are all accountable for, whatever your role, these are:
• Embedding safeguarding into your/ your teams working practices and escalating any safeguarding concerns immediately in line with the College’s safeguarding policy.
• Embedding Health and Safety best practices and ensuring a safe working environment for everyone within your area of responsibility, according to the Health and Safety at Work Act.
• Being a champion and advocate for Equality and Diversity throughout College.
• Behaving in a manner that displays British values.
• Being committed to reviews of your performance and your own Continuous Professional Development.
• Any other duties commensurate with your role that may be required from time to time.

Ideally, you’ll have a suitable A'Level Maths qualification, or a related Degree and PGCE (or be able to prove equivalent ability) and demonstrable experience in TLA. It’s important that you’re able to communicate effectively, engage with young people and demonstrate our College values of Kindness, Unity and Excellence in your role.

Due to the nature of our work, it’s essential you’re committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults.

We believe learning is not just for our students: it’s an important part of working here too. Staff development opportunities include a mentoring scheme, financial contributions for external qualifications and skills development for current and aspiring managers. You’ll also have access to a range of staff benefits including an employee assistance programme, retail and leisure discounts and reduced Metro travel.

Closing Date: Thursday, 20th August 2026 (We do reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications)

Proposed Interview Date: Monday, 24th August 2026

TO APPLY (both External and Internal applicants): Download and complete a copy of the below “Kirklees College Application Form” before clicking "Apply" – you will need to attach your completed form as your application.

If you have any queries about the role or the application process please contact [e-mail]. Please check your emails regularly during the recruitment process (including spam and junk folders) as this is how you will be contacted once you have applied.

As an employer we are committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion and welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of an individuals’ sex, age, religion, race, marital status, disability status, sexual orientation, maternity or care leaver status. We are committed to exploring opportunities for flexible working and ensuring the work-life balance and wellbeing of our workforce. Please note that any job offer is subject to pre-employment checks including a DBS check, online searches and references from former employers, in line with guidance from Depart

Vacancy documents: Kirklees College Application Form.docx, Lecturer in Maths - JD.docx