Main Grade Lecturer – Mathematics Job at Liverpool, England, United Kingdom Full Time NEW

Application Deadline: 3 June 2026

Department: Foundation Studies

Location: Liverpool

Compensation: £34,789 – £52,343 / year

Description

Job Title: Main Grade Lecturer – Mathematics
Department: Foundation Studies
Salary: £34,789 – £52,343 per year
Job Type: Full time, permanent, 35 hours per week

We are looking for a passionate and innovative educator to contribute to excellence in teaching and learning through the delivery of high-quality, engaging, and inclusive education. You will be responsible for creating stimulating learning experiences that support the academic and personal development of a diverse cohort of 16–18-year-olds and adult learners.

The successful candidate will deliver outstanding teaching, learning, and assessment, tailored to meet the needs of all students. You will monitor individual learner progress, provide timely and constructive feedback, and support students in achieving both their academic and personal goals. You will also play a key role in inspiring, supervising, and motivating learners to reach their full potential.

Responsible to: Dean of Foundation Studies

Key Responsibilities

• To contribute fully to the mission and values statement of the College ensuring its effective implementation in all aspects of College life
• To contribute to the College and curriculum area strategic objectives and to actively engage in the annual review
• To be aware of national developments in subject area and update knowledge and skills on an annual basis
• To plan, prepare and deliver high quality lessons in order to achieve effective management of the learning process
• Plan and use a range of effective and appropriate teaching and learning techniques to engage and motivate students and encourage independence and student autonomy
• Establish a purposeful and motivating learning environment where students feel safe, secure, confident and valued
• Establish and maintain procedures with students which promote and maintain appropriate behaviour, communication and respect for others, while challenging discriminatory behaviour and attitudes
• To set and mark work in accordance with College and School Assessment policies, to record work carried out and assessment of same
• To track all students’ progress and attendance in accordance with agreed College systems and policies
• To provide a balance of appropriate teaching styles and learning experiences
• To be aware of external/internal assessment procedures and to play and appropriate part in their implementation
• Evaluate and improve own communication skills to maximise effective communication and overcome barriers
• To liaise with Head of School in contributing to the design of programmes and teaching approaches which will enable curriculum areas to achieve high standards and value added
• To liaise with Head of School and curriculum teams in contributing to the administration necessary to support the teaching, learning and assessment within the subject area
• To work with colleagues with relevant expertise to identify and address additional student English and Maths skills development in subject area
• To review own professional development needs and to participate fully in future training and development
• To communicate and consult with parents, carers and students including Parent’s Evening, Welcome Evenings, events and open evenings
• To ensure that all students in the subject area comply with College’s policies and procedures
• To provide enrichment opportunities that are exciting, motivating and enhance the student experience

Generic Duties:

• To contribute fully to the mission and values statement of the College Group ensuring its effective implementation in all aspects of College life.
• To take proactive responsibility for Health & Safety to ensure that a safe working environment and safe working practices are maintained at all times.
• To comply with the General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR).
• To support cross college actives as required in particular the key enrolment and invigilation periods.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

Essential:

• Educated to Level 4 e.g. Degree or equivalent in Mathematics or related degree with high mathematical content
• Successful recent previous teaching experience.
• Excellent computer literacy – ability to use the current IT programs of the College
• Proven relevant experience of curriculum planning, development & delivery in maths
• Knowledge and understanding of new GCSE in mathematics and reformed functional skills.
• Engaged and passionate about Continuing Professional Development.
• Minimum of Level 2 literacy and numeracy or willingness to complete.
• High level of communication and interpersonal skills, effective member of a team
• Ability to set high standards for students, colleagues and for themselves
• Expert communication skills and an ability to develop professional relationships with students
• An ability to motivate learners with enthusiastic and imaginative presentation
• Taking responsibility for the progress of learners within your classes
• Meeting requirements for the assessment and recording of Learners’ development. Preparing and marking work to facilitate positive learner development.

Desirable:

• A recognised Teaching qualification
• Good understanding of using ICT to facilitate curriculum design and delivery.

Please Note
This role may close earlier than the advertised deadline if we receive sufficient applications. Early submission is strongly encouraged.

Benefits

Why Join The City of Liverpool College?

As a valued member of our College community, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits, dedicated wellbeing support, and meaningful opportunities for professional growth and development.

Here are some of the benefits available to you:

Generous holiday allowance
60 days annual holiday allowance, plus 1 annual wellbeing day

Pension Scheme
You’ll be part of the Teachers’ Pension Scheme, with generous employer contributions of up to 24%—one of the best pension packages in the sector.

Employee Benefits Platform
As part of your role, you’ll have access to the COLC Employee Benefits Platform, a one-stop hub for a wide range of perks designed to support your wellbeing, work-life balance, and everyday savings. You’ll be able to access discounts at major supermarkets, fashion and lifestyle retailers, tech stores, travel providers, and more. You’ll also benefit from the Cycle to Work Scheme, cinema and leisure discounts and tech and home appliance discounts, with the option of spreading the cost through salary sacrifice. The platform is part of our commitment to supporting you in every aspect of your working life – and beyond.

Health and Wellbeing
As part of our commitment to supporting your health and wellbeing, all employees have access to the Health Assured Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) – a completely confidential support service available 24/7, 365 days a year. Whether you’re facing personal challenges, looking for advice, or simply need someone to talk to, Health Assured is here to help. Through Health Assured, you can access a 24/7 confidential helpline, face to face, online or telephone counselling, as well as structured support for a wide range of issues including stress, anxiety, relationships, bereavement, legal and financial concerns.
You’ll also have access to the online wellbeing portal, a secure, user-friendly platform offering a wide range of self-help resources, health assessments, articles, and guidance covering emotional, physical, and financial wellbeing, and to the Wisdom App, which offers mood trackers and wellbeing tools, meditation guides, fitness videos, and self-help modules
as well as daily wellbeing tips.

You’ll also be entitled to a free eye test through our voucher scheme with Specsavers, which covers a full eye exam (worth up to £25) and even includes £45 towards a pair of glasses. We also offer free flu vaccinations to help keep you feeling your best all year round.

Travel
We offer interest-free loans to help you buy annual travel passes from Merseytravel and Merseyrail. That means you can enjoy the savings of up to two months’ free travel—without having to cover the full cost upfront. It’s all about making your commute more affordable and less stressful.

Flexible Working
We offer flexible working options depending on business need to support our employee’s work-life balance.

Professional Development
We’re passionate about helping you thrive, offering a mix of formal and informal professional development opportunities—designed to sharpen your skills, expand your knowledge, and accelerate your career.

College Benefits
Our excellent sports and fitness facilities can be used free of charge by staff. You can also access a range of discounted hair and beauty treatments at our Academy and Graduate Hair & Beauty Salons, and a staff discount at our Academy Restaurant.