Maths Lecturer

East Surrey College; Redhill; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Two pension schemes

Life assurance

Free onsite parking

Gym access

Spa and Salon discounts

Job summary

East Surrey College is seeking an inspirational Maths Lecturer to join a friendly team. You will teach GCSE and Functional Skills Maths, with ESOL where required, and plan learner‑centred lessons that relate to vocational industries.

You will also contribute to curriculum planning, self‑assessment and quality improvement, while promoting excellent learner outcomes. A recognised teaching qualification and Maths degree are essential, with a strong commitment to student progression.

Qualifications

• Recognised teaching qualification.
• Degree in Mathematics or equivalent.
• Significant experience teaching GCSE/Functional Skills Maths.
• Proven classroom practice and learner achievement.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high‑quality teaching, learning, assessment and feedback to students.
• Plan, prepare and deliver GCSE and Functional Skills Maths lessons with ESOL as needed.
• Act as Course or Subject Leader where appropriate.
• Contribute to curriculum planning, course reviews and quality improvement.
• Promote learner attendance, retention, achievement and progression.
• Use data to identify learner needs and tailor instruction.
• Collaborate with vocational teams to support student success.

Skills

Teaching

GCSE Maths

Assessment & feedback

Interpersonal skills

Education

Mathematics degree

Equivalent professional qualification

Job description

We are seeking to appoint an inspirational and enthusiastic Maths Lecturer to join our friendly, supportive, and dedicated team. This is an exciting opportunity to teach learners across a range of study programmes, delivering high-quality GCSE and Functional Skills Maths, with ESOL teaching where required. In this role, you will plan and deliver engaging, learner‑centred lessons that develop students' mathematical skills while demonstrating their relevance to the vocational industries our learners aspire to enter. Working closely with curriculum teams, you will create an inclusive learning environment that motivates students, builds confidence, and supports progression. As a valued member of the team, you will:

• Deliver high‑quality teaching, learning, assessment, and feedback that inspires learners to achieve their full potential.
• Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging GCSE and Functional Skills Maths lessons, along with ESOL classes where required.
• Act as a Course or Subject Leader where appropriate.
• Contribute to curriculum planning, course reviews, self‑assessment, quality improvement activities, and continuous curriculum development.
• Promote high levels of learner attendance, retention, achievement, and progression.
• Use assessment and progress data effectively to identify learner needs and implement strategies that improve outcomes.
• Work collaboratively with vocational curriculum teams to ensure learners receive the academic support they need to succeed.

Many of our learners are resitting GCSE Maths or studying Functional Skills to improve their future opportunities. We are looking for an engaging and motivational teacher who can inspire confidence, overcome barriers to learning, and help students realise their potential.

Are you thinking about a career in teaching? We welcome applications from experienced industry professionals. If you have relevant industry experience but do not yet hold a teaching qualification, we can support you to gain one whilst you work with us.

Requirements

• Hold a recognised teaching qualification.
• Be qualified to degree level in Mathematics or possess an equivalent professional or industry‑recognised qualification.
• Have significant experience teaching GCSE and/or Functional Skills Maths, ideally within a further education or college setting.
• Demonstrate excellent classroom practice with a passion for raising learner achievement.
• Be highly organised, proactive, and committed to delivering outstanding teaching and learning.
• Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with learners and colleagues.

If this sounds like you and you will enjoy working in a forward thinking, friendly, fast paced, changing environment with state of the art facilities, we would love to hear from you. In return, we offer a competitive salary, as well as staff benefits such a choice of two excellent pension schemes, life assurance, free onsite parking and access to our fully equipped gym along with discounted in house Spa and Salon treatments.