The DurhamLearn Foundation Learning programme area delivers Digital Skills, English and Maths Functional Skills.

An opportunity has arisen for a Lecturer position on a 12-month fixed term basis to deliver high quality learning in Maths, English and Digital Skills at all levels across Durham County.

The post is Term Time + 2 weeks, 25 hours per week, fixed term to 31/07/2026


WHAT IS INVOLVED?
The post will involve extensive travel between centres with the possibility of online, evening and weekend working. This may involve long periods of standing, manual handling, lifting, carrying and erecting of equipment as well as some lone working before and after classes.


We encourage you to contact Emma Wardell, via email emma.wardell@durham.gov.uk to arrange an informal discussion about the role.


WHAT WILL I NEED?
The ideal candidate will have recent experience of teaching in one or more of the Foundation Learning delivery areas (Maths, English, ESOL), and they may be called upon to teach in other areas as required.

You shouldalso have experience in supporting learners with differing needs and delivering both informal and regulated qualifications up to Level 2, and re interested in working with learners in their communities to support their first steps into adult learning provision.

We are particularly keen to hear from applicants who have experience in delivering family learning programmes and have a good understanding of the curriculum for school aged children.


Required qualifications:

• A minimum Level 5 teaching qualification - DTLLS, CertEd or equivalent.
• A subject-specific or professional qualification at Level 3 or above (or equivalent).
• Current pedagogical knowledge of the subject area.
• GCSE Grade A to C in English and Maths, or equivalent.

• Competitive salaries and 27 days holiday per year rising to 32 days after five years continuous local government service.
• Option to purchase up to 10 additional days annual leave per year.
• Excellent work/life balance through schemes including job sharing, compressed hours and flexi-time (allowing up to 13 flexi days per year).
• Hybrid working (home and office working).
• Excellent contributory career average Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS). Plus, top up options - Salary Sacrifice Shared Cost AVC scheme and standard AVC scheme for members of the LGPS.
• Wellbeing Portal and access to an Employee Assist Scheme.
• Wide range of learning and development opportunities including professional qualifications, coaching and mentoring.
• Employee Benefits Portal and Lifestyle Savings Scheme (discounts across a host of major retailers).
• Discounted DCC gym membership.
• Staff networks run by staff for our staff, including Race Equality and Diversity, Disability, LGBT+, Armed Forces, Carers, Menopause.
• Trade Union membership.
• A range of other salary sacrifice schemes such as car leasing.

Rewards and benefits are subject to individual terms and conditions. Take a closer look: https://www.durham.gov.uk/article/26895/Rewards-and-benefits


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HYBRID WORKING
Durham County Council currently operates a hybrid working policy where a model of 2 days in the workplace and 3 days at home/remote will apply. This model is pro-rated for part time roles and arrangements are at managers discretion, alternatively you can work all of your contracted hours within the workplace if you prefer.


EQUALITY, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION
We are a proud equal opportunities employer and recognise that a diverse, talented workforce brings new ideas and new perspectives, which will facilitate growth and improvements to services.

We are committed to ensuring that our employment policies and processes are fair and equitable to all. We welcome job applications from everyone, and successful candidates are considered only on their skills and ability to do the job.

As a Disability Confident Leader, we encourage applications from disabled people and provide support throughout the recruitment process.

Take a closer look: https://www.durham.gov.uk/article/26899/Equality-diversity-and-inclusion-in-our-workforce


INTERVIEWS
Interviews will be held week commencing 18th August, 2025.

We operate a guaranteed interview scheme for applicants that can show they meet all the essential criteria and have indicated they have a disability, are a looked after young person, care leaver or a veteran.



HOW TO APPLY
In line with the County Council's Recruitment and Selection Policy, please note that we are unable to accept CVs. Applications must be submitted on-line via the Northeast Jobs portal.


Please use the ‘Person Specification’ section of your application form to demonstrate that you have the essential and where possible, desirable experience, skills, and knowledge. Candidates who do not evidence that they meet the essential qualifications and experience listed on the person specification will not be short-listed.


If you have any support needs or require assistance when applying for this role, please contact the Recruitment Team via email RecruitmentCYPS@durham.gov.uk


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