Lecturer in Functional Skills – Maths and English

City of Portsmouth College; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

A progressive educational institution in Portsmouth seeks a Lecturer in Functional Skills – Maths and English. This full-time role involves delivering qualifications to apprentices and supporting their development through tailored lessons and assessments. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication skills and previous relevant teaching experience. The position offers competitive leave, pension contributions, and professional development opportunities as part of a supportive workplace culture.

Benefits

42 days annual leave

Generous Teachers' pension

Access to staff development programmes

Free car parking

Qualifications

• Experience in teaching English and Maths including GCSE.
• Ability to design and deliver effective lessons.
• Willingness to engage in continuous professional development.

Responsibilities

• Deliver English and Maths Functional skills qualifications.
• Provide constructive feedback to students.
• Collaborate on curriculum design and program development.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Problem solving abilities

Ability to manage behaviour

Education

English and Maths qualifications

Level 5 Certificate in Education or equivalent

Job description

Job Title: Lecturer in Functional Skills – Maths and English

Location: Highbury and North Harbour Campus

Salary: Full Time Equivalent £29,801.28- £43,644.02 per annum

Hours of work: 35 hours per week (inclusive of teaching and prep time), 52 weeks per year, Fixed-Term Maternity Cover 12 months from May 2026

About us: At City of Portsmouth College, we aspire to be the employer of choice in the Portsmouth area, with a progressive, supportive, and rewarding workplace culture and one that offers competitive benefits for its staff. By joining us, you will personally be part of the change we are driving and will play a pivotal role in supporting the growth and development of our brilliant students, turning them into future leaders and innovators. Everyone at the College is part of the bigger picture and together, each role makes an impact and in turn a difference to our students learning journey.

We have an unrivalled curriculum of courses on offer for students of all ages and stages covering A-levels, Apprenticeships, Vocational & Technical courses. We also offer Higher Education, Online learning and Community courses that appeal to the needs of the local community.

What we offer:

• Annual Leave: 42 days total and closure for winter shutdown period in line with Hampshire County Council school holidays & statutory bank holidays
• Pension: Generous Teachers' pension with employer contributions of 26.68%. Further information can be found at Teachers' Pensions (teacherspensions.co.uk)
• Learning & Development: Programmes by The Community Adult Education Department
• Staff Development: Access to the College staff development programmes and CPD
• Onsite Discounts: City of Portsmouth College Hair Salon & 50% off at the City of Portsmouth College Sports Centre
• Online Discounts: Unidays, Student Beans, and Totum with a City of Portsmouth College email address
• Parking: Free car parking across all campus sites (apart from Arundel)
• Blue Light Card: providing several discounts for clothing, electrical goods, food and days out, even concert tickets!

About the role:

As a Lecturer in Functional Skills – English and Maths here at COPC, your role will encompass various responsibilities aimed at providing the very best of learning experiences to our students. Your role will entail designing and delivering lessons and assessing students' progress through assignments / exams. You will also play a key role in curriculum development, staying updated with the curriculum and standards to ensure students receive relevant and up to date teaching and learning.

Key Responsibilities:

• To deliver English and Maths Functional skills qualifications to apprentices at our Highbury and North Harbour campuses.
• Providing constructive feedback and support to students to help them improve their skills and achieve learning outcomes.
• Collaborating with colleagues on curriculum design, program development and quality assurance initiatives.
• Represent COPC with the upmost professionalism with every interaction.
• Handling of sensitive information with confidentiality and adherence to data protection regulations.
• Foster a positive and inclusive environment that promotes diversity, equality and respect among all members of the college community.

To be successful in this role, below is what we would need from you:

• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
• Problem solving abilities in order to resolve issues independently or collaboratively with colleagues
• Previous experience in a similar role or a lengthy background within English and Maths (including GCSE).
• The ability to manage behaviour and set high expectations for students
• English and Maths qualifications are a must
• Level 5 Certificate in Education or equivalent or be willing to work towards

Diversity and Inclusion:

Equality, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion are central to the work of City of Portsmouth College. This underpins the vision of the College to transform lives through providing exceptional education and training.

The College’s commitment to Equality, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion is reflected in the continued successful promotion of these strands through the curriculum, enrichment activities, and the range of direct and indirect student support services.

Pre-Employment Checks:

City of Portsmouth College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people in our College. All successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check and two references.

We reserve the right to close the job advert when we have had successful applications, and it may not run for the full duration of the advert.

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