Maths Lecturer

Nelson and Colne College; Accrington; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable further education institution in Accrington is seeking an enthusiastic Maths Lecturer. The successful candidate will deliver GCSE and Functional Skills Maths, inspire students to excel, and contribute to an ambitious curriculum. A teaching qualification and experience in a relevant educational setting are required for this role, which offers a salary up to £40,324 plus potential incentives.

Benefits

Eligibility for Teacher Pension Scheme

Generous annual leave allowance

Enhanced occupational sick pay

Health and wellbeing benefits

Free on-site parking

Qualifications

• Experience teaching maths within a Further Education, Apprenticeship or Secondary setting.

Responsibilities

• Course planning and development of schemes of work, lesson plans, and teaching resources.
• Building strong relationships with learners and contributing to student retention, attendance, and success rates.
• Shaping the curriculum to meet student needs.

Skills

Teaching qualification

Excellent communication skills

Ability to inspire and motivate

Highly organised and conscientious approach

Education

Degree in Maths or associated subject

A Level Maths

Job description

Maths Lecturer
Salary: Up to £40,324 (possibility for additional incentive payment, see details below)
Hours: 35 per week (part-time may also be considered)
Working Weeks: 52 per year
Contract Type: Permanent
Site: Accrington and Rossendale College
Closing Date: Midnight - 9th November 2025
Interview Date: 14th November 2025

Together, Let's Be Extraordinary

Our Organisation
Accrington and Rossendale College has a proud history of delivering high quality vocational courses and technical training, apprenticeships and higher education provision to the communities that we serve. We excel in providing people with a platform to progress into fantastic employment opportunities with rewarding career prospects.

The Exciting Role

A new and exciting opportunity has become available for a Lecturer in Maths. Are you passionate about inspiring the next generation of mathematicians? Do you have a flair for making complex concepts accessible and engaging? If so, we want YOU! We are looking for an enthusiastic Maths Lecturer to join our dynamic teaching team.

You will be part of a highly successful team of dedicated Maths staff delivering GCSE and Functional Skills Maths at Accrington and Rossendale College along with inspiring your students to achieve their best. The Maths division aims to provide a highly ambitious curriculum which inspires students to achieve their very best and supports them to aim high and reach extraordinary. The successful candidate will be primarily based at Accrington and Rossendale campus but may be required to travel across sites. Depending on your previous experience additional incentives may be available. If you are new to FE or in the first five years of your FE teaching career you may be eligible to receive a targeted retention incentive payment up to £6,000.00 paid directly to you in addition to your salary. If you are not eligible for the above, you may be eligible for a £2,500 golden hello payment (if you aren’t otherwise eligible for government incentive schemes).

What You Will Be Doing

• Course planning and development of schemes of work, lesson plans, and teaching resources.
• Building strong relationships with learners and contributing to student retention, attendance, and success rates.
• Shaping the curriculum to meet student needs.

What We Are Looking For

• Experience teaching maths within a Further Education, Apprenticeship or Secondary setting.
• Teaching qualification.
• Degree in Maths or an associated subject, or alternative degree with A Level Maths.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Passion for the subject and ability to inspire and motivate.
• Highly organised and conscientious approach.

What We Offer in Return

• Eligibility to join the Teacher Pension Scheme.
• Generous annual leave allowance including a two-week closure over the Christmas period.
• Enhanced occupational sick pay scheme and access to family-friendly policies and benefits.
• A range of health and wellbeing benefits and support.
• Staff recognition scheme, including long service awards.
• Free on-site parking on all College sites.

Further Questions?

Please contact our friendly HR Team at [e-mail].

All of our posts are subject to an enhanced DBS check due to working with vulnerable adults and children. Should you wish to discuss this further, please get in touch with the HR team.