Lecturer of Maths

St Helens College; Knowsley; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous annual leave

Death in Service benefits

Free onsite parking

Staff development opportunities

Pension scheme

Job summary

Knowsleycollege is seeking a Lecturer in Maths for a permanent, full-time post (36 hours per week) to join our college group. The role focuses on delivering high-quality Maths teaching and supporting student progress within a supportive environment.

The successful candidate will hold a relevant degree, a recognised teaching qualification (or commit to achieving one), and have GCSE English and Maths at grade C/4 or above. Applications close soon.

Qualifications

• Experience of teaching and motivating Further Education students.
• Hold a relevant degree (a higher degree is desirable).
• Possess a recognised teaching qualification, or be willing to achieve one within an agreed timeframe.
• Hold GCSE English and Maths at Grade C/4 or above (or equivalent).
• Demonstrate excellent communication, organisational and interpersonal skills.
• Have a genuine passion for supporting learners to achieve their goals.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality teaching, learning and assessment across a range of Maths programmes.
• Inspire students, support their progress and contribute to excellent academic outcomes.
• Maintain high standards of teaching, learning and student engagement, ensuring learners develop the skills and confidence to succeed.
• Help learners achieve their goals and progress to further study or employment.

Skills

FE teaching experience

Strong communication

Student engagement

Passion for learners

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Higher degree desirable

Job description

LECTURER IN MATHS

Contract: Permanent, Full Time, 36 Hours per Week

Salary: Qualified Lecturer Scale £28,839 to £38,697 per annum, dependent upon qualifications and experience

Closing Date: 4th December 2026

Interview Date: Interviews are expected to take place during the weeks commencing 7th and 14th December 2026 (subject to confirmation)

Start Date: As soon as possible

Inspire the Next Generation Through Mathematics

Are you passionate about Mathematics and driven to inspire the next generation of learners? Do you want to make a real difference to students' futures while developing your own career within a supportive and ambitious college group?

If so, we would love to hear from you.

St Helens College and Knowsley Community College are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Lecturer in Maths to join our successful curriculum team. This is an exciting opportunity to help shape learners' futures whilst developing your career within a forward-thinking and supportive organisation.

As part of our college group, you will join a team committed to delivering high-quality education, supporting student success and creating opportunities that transform lives.

Whether you are an experienced lecturer or looking to move into Further Education from a school, industry or another educational setting, we would welcome your application.

About the Role

As a Lecturer in Maths, you will deliver high-quality teaching, learning and assessment across a range of Maths programmes. You will inspire students, support their progress and contribute to the achievement of excellent academic outcomes.

Working closely with the Head and Deputy Head of School, you will maintain high standards of teaching, learning and student engagement, ensuring learners develop the skills, knowledge and confidence needed to succeed.

You will play a key role in supporting students to achieve their goals, progress to further study or employment, and realise their full potential.

About You

The successful candidate will:

• Have experience of teaching and motivating Further Education students.
• Hold a relevant degree (a higher degree is desirable).
• Possess a recognised teaching qualification, or be willing to achieve one within an agreed timeframe following appointment.
• Hold GCSE English and Maths at Grade C/4 or above (or equivalent).
• Demonstrate excellent communication, organisational and interpersonal skills.
• Have a genuine passion for supporting learners to achieve their goals.

What We Can Offer You

In return, we offer:

• A positive and supportive working environment.
• Excellent opportunities for professional development and continuous learning.
• Generous annual leave entitlement plus Bank Holidays with 51 days for academic staff.
• Membership of a contributory pension scheme with a substantial employer contribution.
• Death in Service benefits.
• Free onsite parking.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Staff discount scheme.
• Wellbeing initiatives and access to an online wellbeing portal.
• Gym access and lunchtime yoga sessions
• Discounted food and beverages across our catering outlets, including Starbucks.
• Opportunities for career progression across St Helens College and Knowsley Community College.

Safeguarding and Equality

St Helens College and Knowsley Community College are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, students and volunteers to share this commitment.

This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check.

Please note that this role does not meet the minimum requirements for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Therefore, applications from candidates requiring sponsorship to work in the UK cannot be considered.