Sandwell College's Central ESOL 19+ department is recruiting a Functional Skills Maths lecturer on a fixed-term maternity cover contract. The post centres on teaching adult learners from Entry Level to Level 1, with schemes of work, assessment, exam administration and personal tutoring. It is full-time, with up to two evening sessions a week, and the pay banding depends on the holder's teaching qualifications. A degree in mathematics and a recognised teaching qualification are both required.
What the job involves
- Deliver Functional Skills Maths lessons to Entry Level to Level 1 learners of mixed ability
- Plan schemes of work, learning resources and assessments
- Use digital technology and new teaching approaches in lessons
- Track learner progress and give timely feedback
- Act as a personal tutor, offering guidance and pastoral support
- Run exam processes to awarding body and JCQ requirements
- Keep accurate records and contribute to quality assurance and programme development
- Work with colleagues and external partners to improve the curriculum and learner outcomes
- Attend team meetings, curriculum planning and standardisation activities
- Work up to two evenings a week
Qualifications
- Degree in Mathematics or a related subject
- Recognised teaching qualification (Certificate in Education or Level 5 teaching qualification)
Experience
- Teaching and assessing Functional Skills Maths
- Experience of adult learners, or adapting teaching for learners with English as an additional language
Skills & knowledge
- Strong knowledge of assessment practice and quality assurance
- Creating engaging, inclusive learning for diverse groups
- Excellent organisational, communication and interpersonal skills
- Confidence using digital technology in teaching and learning
Other
- Commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion
Nice to have
- Experience of teaching Functional Skills Maths within Further Education
What’s offered
- 35-50 days annual leave, plus 8 bank holidays and extra time off at Christmas
- Employer pension contribution of 23.68% for teaching roles and 21.5% for non-teaching roles
- Development days, career pathways and talent schemes
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Discounts on onsite services, high street brands, local transport and cross-country travel
- College gym facilities or discounted local gym rates
- Confidential counselling and wellbeing support
- Free will writing service and free flu vaccine
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Contact Details:
The Methodist Church in Britain Recruitment Team
