Job Description

The Role

Are you passionate about helping young people build confidence in their maths skills and achieve their full potential? Blackpool and The Fylde College (B&FC) are excited to offer an opportunity for a dedicated and inspiring Functional Skills Maths Lecturer to join our team at the Bispham Campus, delivering high-quality teaching at Entry Level 3 and Level 1. This role requires an urgent start, so we are looking to fill the position as soon as possible.



This vacancy has arisen due to an internal promotion, reflecting our commitment to developing staff and recognising talent within our organisation. You'll be joining a supportive and forward-thinking team, working with students who are improving their maths qualifications alongside a technical programme in Leadership, Management and Lifestyle (LML) or Engineering & Motor Vehicle.



We're looking for someone who can engage and motivate young people, creating a positive and inclusive learning environment. You'll bring creativity, patience, and a genuine commitment to helping students succeed--whether they're preparing for employment, further study, or simply aiming to improve their confidence with numbers.

Your Responsibilities Will Include

As a Lecturer in Functional Skills Maths, your role will be key to delivering engaging, inclusive learning experiences. You will:


Deliver and manage high-quality teaching and assessment in Functional Skills Maths. Assist with curriculum development to enhance student learning and outcomes. Support student recruitment, retention, and achievement, offering guidance and developmental support. Use innovative teaching methods, both online and face-to-face, to engage and inspire students. Contribute to the academic community through professional development, research, and scholarship.

Why Join Us?

At B&FC, you'll be part of a fun, forward-thinking team that's passionate about education. This role offers the opportunity to shape future professionals while continuing your own growth in a collaborative and supportive environment.

Interested? Apply Early!

We may close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications. If this sounds like the role for you, submit your application today!

Rewards and Benefits

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Blackpool and The Fylde College is proud to be Great Place To Work Certified(TM)


Enhanced leave allowance of

50 days

(full-time equivalent), inclusive of bank holidays Opportunity to purchase additional annual leave Competitive pension scheme: + Teachers' Pension Scheme (TPS) -

28.68%

employer contribution
+ Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) -

15.4%

employer contribution

Extensive professional development opportunities for all, with B&FC choosing to invest circa. 1.8m annually in colleague development and professional qualifications Agile working opportunities Enhanced Family friendly policies Extensive wellbeing provision including, but not limited to: + Access to funded Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) available 24/7, 365 days a year
+ Occupational Health
+ FREE Flu Vouchers for those not entitled through the NHS
+ FREE eye tests
+ Dedicated Wellbeing Hub available to all colleagues containing rich and varied content with resources relating to emotional, physical, financial and social wellbeing
+ FREE healthy breakfast
+ Sports facilities including fully equipped gym and discounted memberships
+ Health and beauty salon
+ Trim Trails on Campus (guided routes for walks)

Onsite food outlets and Starbucks at subsidised rates FREE car parking Car lease scheme Cycle to work scheme Onsite kids 'Sports Camp' 8am - 5pm during selected half-term breaks



B&FC is committed to the promotion of Equality, Diversity & Inclusion in all resourcing practices. Please email jobs@blackpool.ac.uk should a specific adjustment be required to support in the application and selection process


B&FC is dedicated to safeguarding and the promotion of the welfare of all learners, and expects all colleagues to share in this commitment. As such, employment at B&FC is subject to an Enhanced DBS Check via the Disclosure and Barring Service. For further information on DBS, please click here


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Job Type

Permanent

Curriculum / Service Area

Access and Continuing Education

Campus / Location

Bispham

Hours per week

37

Part-Year?

No

Post scale

Lecturer 1

Post Scale Range (FTE)

31,023 - 35,976

Closing Date

31/08/2025