About The College
Kirkley Hall Campus is Northumberland College’s second largest site and a centre of excellence for land-based, animal and outdoor education. Part of Education Partnership North East - the top performing college group in the North East for the third year running*, Kirkley Hall offers a unique and inspiring environment.
Set within 400 acres of stunning Northumberland countryside, and as the top performing land-based college nationally*, the campus provides access to specialist, industry-standard facilities that support practical, hands-on learning.
Our on-site residential provision was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2025, enabling students from across the UK to take advantage of the exceptional opportunities available here.
Please see the following link to our 2024 Ofsted Report, in which EPNE was graded as being Outstanding across all areas - Ofsted-Report-Outstanding
Our Journey & Values
As an employer, we prioritise cultivating a supportive and inclusive workplace culture, where our staff can thrive and grow. We recognize that our employees are our greatest asset, and we are deeply committed to investing in their professional development and overall wellbeing.
Taking Teaching Further & Additional Incentives
If you’re making the move into further education teaching, you may be eligible for the Taking Teaching Further (TTF) programme a funded route to help industry professionals retrain as FE teachers.
In addition, for roles in high-need subjects or regions you may also benefit from the government’s targeted retention incentive (formerly “levelling-up premium”) payments, worth up to £6,000 for eligible teachers in their first five years and teaching certain shortage subjects.
Please note eligibility for both TTF and the Targeted Retention Incentive varies by role, subject area and provider, they do not apply to every vacancy.
Find out more about both initiatives through the links below.
About the Candidate
Innovative, organised, ambitious and a real team-player, you will be passionate about making a positive difference. You will be enthusiastic, proactive and excited to lead an inclusive, changemaking and high-performing programme that supports young people to reach their full potential in mathematics.
The ideal candidate will have a proven track-record of planning and delivering outstanding teaching and learning in Secondary or Further Education. However, we would also be interested to hear from applicants who are passionate about mathematics education and are newly qualified or are yet to complete their qualifications in teaching or at Level 6 in mathematics.
Within the personal statement, you will need to provide examples that show how your skills and experience meet the criteria in the person specification, including examples from your teaching practice. For candidates who are newly, or not yet fully, qualified you will need to demonstrate your knowledge and understanding supported by relevant examples.
About the Role
We have a part-time role available at our Kirkley Hall campus. This is an excellent opportunity to join an outstanding college and make a real difference to the lives of young people in the region.
The main focus of the role will be planning, leading and delivering exceptional quality GCSE and Functional Skills mathematics programmes to 16-19-year-old students as part of the college’s Enhanced Curriculum.
The college provides a range of excellent professional development opportunities and support, including an Initial Teacher Education offer. These posts offer a fantastic opportunity for candidates who are looking to move into teaching mathematics, are committed to becoming fully qualified with two years and can demonstrate drive, ambition and a passion for the subject.
Role Responsibilities
- Plan, prepare and deliver high quality, sequenced teaching, learning and assessment
- Teach students to exceptionally high standards using appropriate, varied and responsive student-centred approaches which embrace learning technologies and innovation to enhance the student experience.
- Actively engage in reflective practice and contribute to the wider professional development programme.
- Liaise effectively with the wider curriculum and support teams to ensure appropriate and high-quality academic support is provided
- Participate in college recruitment and marketing events where required.
Qualifications
- Level 5 (minimum) Diploma in Education and Training - or a commitment to complete this with two years
- Level 6 (degree level) qualification in Mathematics or a related subject is desirable. Minimum of Level 3 is essential
- Level 2 English Language
Essential Skills & Experience
- Working collaboratively to review progress and support achievement
- Taking ownership and accountability of student progress
- Planning, developing, and leading a programme
- Planning and delivering sessions that are safe, inclusive, stretching, relevant and include adaptations for special educational needs
- Developing appropriate, fair and valid methods of assessment and providing constructive and timely feedback to support progress and achievement
- Maintaining up-to-date and accurate records and data
Desirable Skills & Experience – (Optional)
- Experience of teaching in the Further Education sector
- Experience of working with young people in an educational setting
- Experience of planning and delivery of maths lessons to students with varying starting points
- Experience of keeping records of student progress against achievements
- Experience of taking ownership of a programme of study
What’s in it for you?
Join EPNE and you’ll be part of a culture that prioritises your development and wellbeing, which is why all employees receive an extensive benefits package.
- Enjoy a generous holiday allowance ranging between 35-48 days per year, plus public holidays - (Excluding Term Time Only contracts)
- Generous family leave and flexible working options (dependent on role)
- LGPS or Teacher Pensions Scheme - depending on role
- Access to myLifestyle benefits platform providing retail discounts and more.
- We offer dental, eye care & health cash plans.
- Extensive wellbeing support through a digital Wellbeing Hub that offers a broad range of support for physical, mental, and financial wellbeing.
- Free parking on most campuses.
- Free Gym access available at Bede Campus
Our Commitment to Diversity, Equality and Inclusion
At Education Partnership North East (EPNE), we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and lived experiences. We know that diverse perspectives strengthen our teams to enhance the education and support we provide to our learners and communities.
We recognise that talented individuals may not always follow a traditional career path and may hesitate to apply unless they meet every requirement. If you are excited about the role and believe you can make a positive contribution, we encourage you to apply.
As a Disability Confident Employer and Armed Forces Covenant Member, and with Ofsted Outstanding status across all campuses, we are committed to creating an inclusive, supportive, and high-performing environment where everyone can thrive.
Due to the nature of this post, you will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure Check.
We believe in equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community.
We are committed to PREVENT and safeguarding the welfare of children and vulnerable adults.