Trainee Maths Lecturer - CS12494

Warwickshire College Group; Royal Leamington Spa; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous leave entitlement

Carer’s Leave option

Wellbeing support

Health cash plan

Cycle to work

On-site gym

Free parking on-site

Free will writing

Job summary

Warwickshire College Group in Rugby invites applications for a Trainee Maths Lecturer. You will train while teaching, earning while you learn in a three-year teacher development pathway across our Maths and English department.

You will undertake a Level 3 Maths qualification, work with mentors, and gain hands-on classroom experience while developing professional skills in assessment, planning, and safeguarding within our vibrant campus community.

Qualifications

• A minimum Level 3 qualification in Maths.
• A degree in any subject.
• Willingness to undertake training to gain a Teacher Training Qualification.
• Willingness to undertake continuing professional development.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality Maths teaching as part of a structured 3-year progression model.
• Complete the Award in Education and Training in Year 1 and the Diploma in Teaching in Years 2–3.
• Prepare and produce teaching materials and course planning paperwork.
• Mentor with Advanced Practitioner and Literacy & Numeracy teams; participate in peer support.
• Utilise non-contact time for CPD and team teaching activities.
• Undertake administration tasks and engage with quality systems and safeguarding.

Skills

Maths knowledge

IT skills

Admin skills

Willingness to train

Education

Degree in any subject

Level 3 Maths

Job description

Trainee Maths Lecturer - CS12494

Warwickshire College Group, Technology Dr, Rugby, CV21 1AR

What skills and experience we're looking for

IT Skills

Admin Skills
Willingness to gain teaching qualification
Maths Skills and Knowledge

What the college offers its staff

When you join WCG we offer you a whole host of employee benefits, including:

• Generous leave entitlement plus up to four free College Closure days a year
• WCG offers all employees who are carers the option to request a period of Carer's Leave that is equal to their usual working week, paid at their normal pay.
• Leadership & Management training programme to develop our next generation of managers.
• Superb health and wellbeing support with Wellbeing@WCG.
• The opportunity to join our voluntary health cash plan run by Health Shield.
• Discounted Full Cost Recovery courses.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Free on-site gym
• Discounted hair and beauty treatments in our College salons.
• Free will writing service.
• Free car parking on-site.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Thinking of a career in teaching? Train right here at WCG!

WCG is proud to support the next generation of educators. Through our teacher development programme, you can train, qualify, and gain experience as a teacher over the next 3 years.

If you have a degree and a passion for inspiring young minds, you can experience a unique blend of hands‑on classroom practice and expert mentorship right here.

We are recruiting trainee teachers to join our English & Maths department. The role is full time and permanent. If you have a Level 3 in Maths & a degree in any subject, we would love to hear from you.

BACKGROUND TO THE POST

As one of the largest further and higher education college groups in the UK - spanning vibrant campuses across two counties - WCG delivers transformative learning experiences that empower students to build dynamic skill sets and secure outstanding career destinations. Recognised for excellence in our recent Ofsted inspection, we are also one of only five UK colleges granted prestigious Foundation Degree Awarding Powers by the Privy Council, placing our academic standards on par with leading universities.

To fuel this ambition, WCG has built an innovative, fully immersive in‑house teacher development programme. Rather than learning solely from a textbook, this work‑based training pathway puts you at the heart of the action from day one. Designed specifically for ambitious graduates and career transitioners, you will step directly into real‑world teaching environments, earning while you learn and receiving hands‑on mentorship from seasoned educators. You won't just study pedagogy - you'll live it, shaping high‑impact teaching skills perfectly attuned to our vibrant culture, high standards, and diverse student body from the moment you start.

MAIN TASKS

• Teaching – Deliver high-quality Maths teaching as part of a structured 3-year progression model:

a. Year 1: 15 teaching hours per week

b. Year 2: 18 teaching hours per week

c. Year 3: 21 teaching hours per week

• Teacher Training and Qualifications:

a. Complete the Award in Education and Training in Year 1.

b. Complete the Diploma in Teaching during Years 2 and 3.

• Preparation and Assessment – Develop and produce teaching materials as required, alongside relevant paperwork associated with course planning, assessment, schemes of work, and accurate record-keeping.
• Mentoring and Peer Support

a. Work closely with an assigned mentor from the Advanced Practitioner team.

b. Collaborate with a designated teaching buddy from the Literacy and Numeracy team.

c. Participate in a cross‑college peer support and reflection group.

• CPD and Non-Contact Time: Utilise dedicated non‑contact hours for continuing professional development (CPD), shadowing experienced teaching staff, undertaking team teaching activities, and continuously updating subject knowledge.
• Administration – Undertake administrative tasks relating to taught programmes and College requirements under the guidance of the line manager / Head of School.
• Quality Systems – Engage with College quality processes, including annual lesson observations.
• Health and Safety – To ensure a safe working environment for colleagues, students and visitors in line with the HASAW Act and the College Health and Safety Policy.
• Safeguarding – Safeguard and promote the welfare of children and at‑risk adults for whom you are responsible and whom you come into contact with.
• A minimum Level 3 qualification in Maths (or in a related subject)
• Willingness to undertake the courses required to gain your Teacher Training Qualification
• A willingness to undertake continuing professional development.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

As one of the leading further and higher education colleges in the UK, with unique colleges across two counties, we aim to deliver learning experiences which lead to the development of wider skill bases and improved destinations for all of our students.

Our recent Ofsted inspection highlights our success and strong focus both on students and on meeting industry needs. We are also the first college group in the UK to be granted Bachelor degree awarding powers alongside Foundation degree awarding powers by the Office for Students - meaning the academic quality and standards of our degrees are equal to any university.

We believe it's not just about the vital qualifications and knowledge you need to get ahead, but the essential transferable skills to help you on your next steps, whatever they may be.

WCG will help you develop an entrepreneurial mindset by instilling enterprising and innovative skills and behaviours, which will help you to become successful in an ever‑competitive world.

Warwick New Road, Royal Leamington Spa, Warwickshire, CV32 5JE

Warwick New Road, Royal Leamington Spa, Warwickshire, CV32 5JE

Warwick New Road, Royal Leamington Spa, Warwickshire, CV32 5JE