Maths Lecturer

Coleg Gwent; Wales; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Cwmbran is seeking a Maths Lecturer to teach GCSE Mathematics and support post-16 learners. The role requires an honours degree in Mathematics and a teaching qualification, plus excellent communication skills and a commitment to equality. Supports for wellbeing include mental health resources and subsidized gym access. Applications close on 08/10/25.

Benefits

Access to wellbeing programs

Subsidised gym access

Support for neurodiverse talent

Qualifications

• Honours degree in Mathematics or a related subject.
• A level in Mathematics grade A-C.
• PGCE/Cert. Ed.
• Ability to communicate effectively and engage learners.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high standards in teaching GCSE Mathematics to post 16 learners.
• Support a diverse range of young people and adults.
• Work closely with the Leader of Learning - Mathematics.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Ability to prioritize and coordinate workload

Rapport building with learners

Education

Honours degree in Mathematics or related subject

A level in Mathematics grade A-C

PGCE/Cert. Ed

Job description

Maths Lecturer

Location: Cwmbran, Torfaen

Salary: £26,192 - £40,486

Type: Permanent

Institution: Coleg Gwent

Department: Torfaen Learning Zone

Position: Mathematics Lecturer (GCSE and Skills)

Hours: 30 hours per week

We are seeking to appoint an excellent teacher with passion, enthusiasm and commitment to ensure the very highest standards are achieved in the delivery of GCSE Mathematics, Essential Skills Application of Number and Agored qualifications to post 16 learners on full time programmes for September ’25.

If you are looking for a career challenge, these opportunities promise to be both rewarding and fulfilling. You will teach and support a diverse range of young people and adults to enable them to fulfil the next stage of their career or educational aspirations.

Qualifications

• Honours degree in Mathematics (or a related subject)
• A level in Mathematics grade (A-C)
• PGCE/Cert. Ed

You will need to have excellent communication skills and the ability to prioritise and co-ordinate a challenging workload. You will be motivated and someone who can quickly develop a good rapport with learners and colleagues.

You will work closely with the Leader of Learning - Mathematics to prepare learners for assessment and will engage with curriculum area staff to inform them of their learner progress.

As part of the recruitment process, candidates will undertake a 45 minute micro-teach, an assessment and formal interview.

The ability to use the Welsh language at a basic level (or willingness to undertake training) is desirable.

Applications may be submitted in Welsh and will not be treated less favourably than applications submitted in English.

The College is committed to safeguarding, ensuring the safety and welfare of children and young people. Employment is subject to a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service and registration with the Education Workforce Council (EWC) if appropriate. Please note that successful candidates will be expected to pay for the Enhanced Disclosure and registration with the Education Workforce Council.

Lecturing posts will require a teaching qualification (e.g. PGCE) or the willingness to attain one within a specified period of time. This will be a requirement under your contract of employment and EWC registration.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

At Coleg Gwent we are committed to providing a working environment which embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. This is underpinned by the Equality Act 2010 and will be adhered to at each stage of the recruitment process. Our goal is to ensure these commitments are embedded in day-to-day working practices with our learners, colleagues, and partners. We welcome applications from candidates who think differently and we are flexible to cater to neurodiverse talent. We are committed to being an anti-racist organisation and increasing diversity by removing barriers and supporting all staff to reach their potential. Applications are particularly welcome from minority groups including Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic people, females, LGBTQ+, non-binary and people with disabilities.

We welcome applications from candidates who speak languages other than English and everyone regardless of age, marriage and civil partnership, impairment or health condition, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, gender identity or gender expression in line with our Equality Opportunities policy. All campuses are accessible and facilities such as prayer rooms are available.

We are a Disability Confident Employer and affiliates of the Black Leadership Group. Key to supporting this work are six Board sponsored Staff Networks: Enabled, Men's Alliance, Women Together, Cynefin, LGBTQ+ and Race Alliance.

Your wellbeing

Your wellbeing matters. We support wellbeing through a programme of activities, Headspace app access for all staff, trained mental health champions, and subsidised gym access to help mental and physical health.

Closing Date: 08/10/25

Interview Dates: 16/10/25