Teacher of Criminology and/or Sociology
Ref: SCH- NALP-0068 6 day(s) remainingAdditional Information
Contract Type: Fixed Term (31/07/2026) Contract Term: AYR - All year round Hours per Week: 23.50 Weeks per Year: 52.000 Pay Grade: Teaching Pay Scale | TPS1 - TPS9The Role
Fixed Term, Full Time (or possible part-time hours available)
SFCA Teaching Pay Scale Pts.1-9, £32,178 – £49,725 per annum
Queen Elizabeth Sixth Form College’s popularity and success are built upon our commitment to provide our students with the best possible learning experience and the highest standards of support and guidance. We are proud of our dedicated staff and our vibrant student community, as evidenced by our recent Ofsted Inspection, which rated the College as “Outstanding” for Overall Effectiveness and in all other areas, with no recommendations for improvement.
We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and inspirational teacher to join our team of specialists, teaching either A Level Sociology (AQA) or Level 3 Applied Diploma in Criminology. The post has arisen due to the popularity of our Criminology and Sociology courses, and the successful candidate will have the potential to teach one or both subjects. You will join large, supportive teams with access to fully planned and resourced teaching, learning, and assessment materials. The post is offered on a full-time basis, but some flexibility could be considered.
Teachers in the College have very high expectations of both themselves and students, and the College is committed to developing a wide range of teaching for learning strategies. The ideal candidate will be a dynamic and highly effective teacher who is committed to securing the best outcomes for students and maintaining up to date knowledge of developments in their field.
The College is committed to safeguarding our students and an enhanced DBS check is required for all posts. The College will also make an online check on all shortlisted candidates. The College values diversity and actively promotes equality of opportunity. As a disability symbol employer, all disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria for a post will be offered an interview.
Closing Date: Midday, Thursday 4 September 2025
Qualifications
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| Degree in a relevant subject |
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| Teaching Qualification |
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Skills
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| Capable of teaching A Level or Level 3 |
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| Teaching experience in post-16 education |
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| Abilities, Skills and Knowledge | |
| Good teaching skills |
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| Excellent communication and interpersonal skills |
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| Excellent administrative and organisational skills |
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| Personal Attributes | |
| Willingness to work as part of a team of committed teachers, adapting and refining approaches to teaching and learning |
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| A flexible approach |
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| Ability to use own initiative |
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| Enthusiasm |
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| Able to form positive, supportive and respectful relationships with students |
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Safeguarding Information
An enhanced DBS check is required for this post and the successful applicant will either need to apply for a DBS or give Northern Arch Learning Partnership consent to check their status if they are registered with the DBS Update Service. The Trust complies with the Code of Practice issued by the Disclosure and Barring Service.
An online search will be undertaken for shortlisted candidates as part of the recruitment process on information available in the public domain. Candidates should disclose anything that may be relevant in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. This search does not form part of the shortlisting process and candidates will have the chance to discuss any issues of concern that may arise during this search at interview.
The Trust is also committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.
Queen Elizabeth Sixth Form College
Vane Terrace
Darlington
Durham
DL3 7AU
Lisa Bates
lbates@qeliz.ac.uk https://qeliz.nalp.org.uk/Inspiring generations of young people to achieve their careers and personal aspirations, Queen Elizabeth Sixth Form College is proud to provide a high quality and vibrant education for 16-19 year olds across Darlington, County Durham, Teesside and North Yorkshire. As part of our team, we will ensure that you will benefit from a dynamic, ambitious and supportive atmosphere where you are respected as a professional and empowered to achieve your individual goals.
In our latest Ofsted inspection in October 2024, QE was awarded "Outstanding" for Overall Effectiveness and in all other areas, with no recommendations for improvement.