Lecturer - Maths

South Devon College; Paignton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave 37 days + bank holidays

Birthday leave

Christmas closure period

Teachers' Pension Scheme (28.68%)|emlo

Training and development opportunities

Employee discounts and wellbeing

On-site facilities

Job summary

South Devon College invites applications for a Lecturer in Maths to lead GCSE Maths and Functional Skills progression. You will deliver engaging lessons, assess learner progress, and inspire confidence in mathematical problem-solving in a welcoming on-site environment in Paignton.

The role requires passion for learner success, creativity, and a student-centred approach to help every learner realise their potential.

Qualifications

• Engaging and innovative teaching.
• A passion for helping learners succeed.
• Creativity, enthusiasm and a student-centred approach.
• The ability to make complex concepts simple and accessible.
• A belief that every learner can achieve their potential.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Maths tuition and support to learners.
• Contribute to GCSE Maths and Functional Skills progression.
• Create engaging, accessible learning experiences for diverse students.
• Assess, monitor and report on learner progress.
• Participate in department activities and ongoing professional development.

Skills

Engaging teaching

Passion for learner success

Creativity

Clarity in explanation

Student-centred approach

Job description

Lecturer - Maths

Company: South Devon College

Salary: £29,978 to £38,664 a year

Hours: Full-time

Location: Paignton, TQ4 7EJ

Working pattern: On-site

Job type: Permanent

Posting date: 24 Sept 2026

Closing date: 18 Oct 2026

Summary

Salary: £29,978 - £38,664 per annum

Contract: Permanent | 37 hours per week | 52 weeks per year

Location: Paignton, Devon

Are you the missing variable in our equation for success?

Do you love solving problems, building confidence, and helping learners realise that maths is about far more than numbers?

At South Devon College, we're looking for an inspiring Lecturer in Maths to help learners conquer GCSE Maths and Functional Skills, develop real-world problem-solving skills, and transform "I can't do maths" into "I've got this!"

What you'll bring:

• Engaging and innovative teaching
• A passion for helping learners succeed
• Creativity, enthusiasm and a student-centred approach
• The ability to make complex concepts simple and accessible
• A belief that every learner can achieve their potential

Why join South Devon College?

Alongside a rewarding role where you'll make a genuine difference, you'll benefit from:

• 37 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Birthday leave
• Christmas closure period
• Teachers' Pension Scheme (28.68% employer contribution)
• Extensive training and development opportunities
• Employee discounts and wellbeing support
• On-site facilities including fitness suite, nursery, catering and more

Ready to add up to something extraordinary?

Our formula is simple: Passion + Expertise + Creativity + Student Success = An Amazing Lecturer in Maths

South Devon College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. An Enhanced DBS check will be required for this role.

Closing Date:

Midnight, Sunday 18 October 2026

Interview Date:

Thursday 22 & Friday 23 October 2026.

The answer is clear. The next step is yours.