Maths Lecturer

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

Benefits offered by this job

37 days annual leave

Birthday day off

Teacher's Pension Scheme

Job summary

South Devon College is seeking a passionate Lecturer in Maths to join the team in Paignton. You will teach GCSE Maths, Functional Skills Maths, and related topics across a range of programmes, supporting learners aged 14-16, 16-18, and adults.

The role is permanent, 37 hours per week, 52 weeks per year, with a competitive salary and a strong benefits package.

Qualifications

• Ability to deliver GCSE Maths and Functional Skills teaching.
• Experience across 14-18 and adult learners.
• Strong commitment to raising learner achievement.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging and innovative teaching sessions.
• Provide tutorials, assessment, and academic support to learners.
• Teach GCSE Mathematics and Functional Skills Maths to varied programmes.
• Support and inspire learners aged 14-16 and 16-18 as well as adults.

Skills

Maths teaching

GCSE Maths

Functional Skills Maths

Problem solving

Job description

The job requirements are detailed below. Where applicable the skills, qualifications and memberships required for this job have also been included.

Job details

Job title Maths Lecturer Job reference REQ003284 Date posted 04/09/2026 Application closing date 18/10/2026 Location Paignton Salary £29,978.00 - £38,664.00 per annum Package Plus excellent benefits Contractual hours 37 Basis Full Time Job category/type Academic Attachments Blank Job description

Salary: £29,978.00 - £38,664.00 per annum

Contract Type: Permanent, 37 hours per week, 52 weeks per year

Location: Paignton, Devon

Are you the missing variable in our equation for success?

Do you get a thrill from solving problems, multiplying confidence, subtracting barriers, and helping learners reach their full potential?

If the thought of turning "I can't do maths" into "I've got this!" gives you a sense of achievement, then we think the answer to our recruitment equation might just be you.

At South Devon College, we're looking for a passionate and inspiring Lecturer in Maths to join our team and help learners discover that maths is about far more than numbers. Whether you're guiding students through GCSE Maths, Functional Skills, percentages, algebra, ratios, or real-life problem solving, you'll play a vital role in shaping futures and building confidence.

What will you be adding to the formula?

As a professional Lecturer, you will:

• Deliver engaging and innovative teaching sessions

• Provide tutorials, assessment, and academic support to learners

• Teach GCSE Mathematics, Functional Skills Maths including alternative and specialist groups across a variety of programmes

• Support and inspire learners aged 14-16 in our High School, 16-18 learners across the College, and adult students

• Build positive relationships that help students thrive academically and personally

• Raise achievement in mathematics and create a culture where numeracy is valued and celebrated

• Help learners see that maths isn't just a subject, it's a life skill

We're looking for someone who:

• Adds energy, enthusiasm, and creativity to the classroom

• Can break down complex concepts into manageable pieces

• Believes every learner has the potential to succeed

• Removes barriers and builds confidence

• Loves seeing student progress and achievement grow

• Understands that maths is not just about getting the right answer, but about developing resilience, curiosity, and problem-solving skills

Why join us?

At South Devon College, we're committed to creating an environment where both our learners and our staff can excel. You'll be joining a supportive, collaborative team that believes success is best achieved together.

Every day brings a new challenge, a new opportunity, and a new chance to make a difference. The impact you'll have extends far beyond the classroom, helping learners develop the skills, confidence, and aspirations they need for their futures.

Our Values + Your Values = Success

We're looking for someone who embodies our College values and demonstrates them daily through their teaching, teamwork, and commitment to learners. If you believe in supporting others, celebrating success, creating opportunities, and making a positive difference, you'll fit right in.

The Final Calculation

Passion + Expertise + Creativity + Student-Centred Teaching = An Amazing Lecturer in Maths

So, if you're ready to help learners solve problems, calculate possibilities, and discover their potential, we'd love to hear from you.

The answer is clear. The next step is yours.

At South Devon College we are passionate that excellent teaching and learning can transform lives. We seek to achieve at the highest levels and welcome staff who share our drive for success.

In return, you can expect access to an exciting range of training, apprenticeship and opportunities for degree level study alongside your work to keep you at the top of your game, as well as generous holiday allowance of 37 days pro rata and a strong emphasis on work-life balance.

The staff at South Devon College are truly inspirational and this is a reflection on the whole College culture of continuous improvement and support for all of our students and communities.

We aim to provide our learners with excellent teaching and learning. Our staff are highly adept at working with and developing skills and knowledge in learners from different backgrounds. Our staff have consistently high expectations of all students and generate high levels of enthusiasm for participation in, and commitment to learning.

Our staff are integral to maintaining our passion and high-performance levels, and we reward our staff for this. Our benefits are designed to encourage a healthy work-life balance, and include:

• 37 days annual leave including the option to purchase additional holiday days;

• 1 additional day’s holiday for your birthday (does not have to be used on your birthday);

• 1 additional day’s holiday for every 5 years served;

• Christmas Closure of up to 2 weeks in addition to annual leave entitlement;

• Access to a wealth of training, apprenticeships and funded higher education opportunities as well as dedicated training days;

• Teacher's Pension Scheme Employer contributions of 28.68%;

• Subsidised fitness suite facility, onsite hair & beauty salon, access to a wide range of catering facilities, outdoor gym & free eyesight tests;

• Major supermarket and high street employee discount schemes;

• Life Assurance (if member of pension scheme);

• On Site Nursery (Mama Bears);

• Employee Assistance Programmes;

• Access to Blue Light Card membership;

• Discounted travel schemes.

Closing Date: Midnight, Sunday 18 October 2026

Interview Date: Thursday 22 & Friday 23 October 2026.

Please note that you will be required to be in possession of an Enhanced DBS Certificate or be willing to undertake an Enhanced DBS check as a condition of employment at the College.

This College is committed to Safeguarding/Prevent and promoting the welfare of students, including children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

The College is committed to applying its Single Equality Scheme at all stages of recruitment and selection. Shortlisting, interviewing and selection will always be carried out without regard to gender, transgender status, sexual orientation, marital or civil partnership status, colour, race, nationality, ethnicity, religion/belief, age, pregnancy or maternity leave, or union membership.

Reasonable attempts will be made to accommodate the particular needs of any candidate who has notified us of a disability. This may include changing the timing or location of any interview to enable the candidate to attend, providing information in different formats or larger type, etc.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare any cautions, convictions, reprimands and final warnings that are not protected (i.e. that are not filtered out) as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013 and 2020).