Lecturer - Mathematics

Blue Octopus Recruitment Limited; Stretford; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

An educational institution in Stretford is seeking a Math's Lecturer for Adult and Community Learning. This role involves preparing lesson plans, tracking student progress, and providing individualized support. Ideal candidates should have a strong understanding of the functional skills and Maths GCSE curriculum, with a student-focused approach. A passion for education and commitment to professional development are essential.

Qualifications

• Dedicated and adaptable math tutor with a track record in functional skills.
• Organized and reliable with clear progress tracking capabilities.
• Passion for education and commitment to ongoing professional development.

Responsibilities

• Prepare tailored lesson plans and deliver engaging sessions.
• Track student performance and provide constructive feedback.
• Create practice worksheets and recommend supplementary resources.
• Offer individualized support to address specific difficulties.
• Teach time management and problem-solving strategies for exams.

Skills

Strong understanding of maths functional skills

Ability to create engaging lesson plans

Student-focused teaching approach

Adaptability to different learning styles

Education

Experience teaching Maths GCSE or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Role: Math’s Lecturer Adult and Community Learning

Hours: 17.5 Hours per week

Salary: £33,351.00 - £47,397.00 FTE

Employer Pension Contribution: 28.68% (£9,565.06 - £13,593.45 FTE)

Location: Stretford and Stockport campus and community venues

The Trafford and Stockport College Group (TSCG) is seeking an experienced Maths tutor contributing to our vision of unlocking potential and fostering success.

About The Role

This role is a pivotal position within the ESOL, lifelong learning & Skills Development team, reporting directly to The Adult and Community Leader. It offers an excellent opportunity to develop and refine your professional/leadership skills and excellent subject knowledge of functional skills from Entry 1 to Level 1. Experience of teaching Maths GCSE or willingness to work towards this is required.

Responsibilities

• Lesson Planning & Delivery: Prepare tailored lesson plans that align with the curriculum or student goals and deliver engaging sessions that cater to the learner’s style and pace.
• Student Progress Tracking: Track student performance and identify areas for improvement; provide progress updates to students, parents, or supervisors as needed.
• Resource Development: Create or curate practice worksheets, revision notes, and study guides for functional skills maths; recommend supplementary resources such as online tools, apps, or books.
• Individualised Support: Offer one-on-one guidance to address specific difficulties; adapt teaching strategies for students with different needs or abilities.
• Feedback & Reporting: Provide constructive feedback after each session or at regular intervals; maintain accurate records of sessions, attendance, and progress reports.
• Exam Preparation & Strategy: Teach time management, problem-solving strategies, and revision techniques.
• Professional Development & Collaboration: Collaborate with other staff to align tutoring with classroom teaching; stay updated with curriculum changes, teaching methods, and exam board updates; participate in College-wide CPD sessions and wider Maths CPD.
• Process Improvement: With a forward-thinking approach, continuously seek ways to enhance processes and improve the student experience throughout their journey at the college.

About you

If you are a dedicated and adaptable maths tutor with a strong track record delivering functional skills maths and helping students to build confidence as well as achieve their academic goals, we want to hear from you. We are looking for someone with a deep understanding of the maths functional skills and maths GCSE curriculum, and a student-focused approach, who can create engaging, structured lessons tailored to individual needs. Your goal will be to make maths clear, accessible, and enjoyable, while equipping students with problem-solving skills for exams and beyond.

You should be organized and reliable, able to maintain clear progress records and provide constructive feedback to ensure continuous improvement. A passion for education and a commitment to staying up to date with the latest teaching methods and resources are essential to deliver the best possible support for every learner.

Remuneration & Benefits

All employees, including senior managers, will normally be appointed to the minimum point of the pay grade for the job. In certain cases, it may be appropriate to appoint to a higher point in the pay grade at the discretion of the Director of HR & Performance due to the candidate’s current salary, experience or qualifications.

Equal Opportunity & Safeguarding

TSCG is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. As part of our Disability Confident Employer initiative, disabled applicants who meet the minimum requirements will be guaranteed an interview.

The Trafford & Stockport College Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all learners. Employment is subject to an Enhanced DBS Check and any post in regulated activity will be subject to additional barred list checks. The group will meet the costs associated with these checks.

Important Notes

• Please note that new Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance (2025) requires us to carry out an online search as part of due diligence on successful candidates.
• Due to the volume of applications, we may not respond to every applicant. If you have not been contacted within 3 weeks of the closing date, you should assume your application was unsuccessful.
• This role may close early – please submit your application early to avoid disappointment.