TEACHER OF CRIMINOLOGY Bolton, England
Job description
Job Title: Teacher of Criminology
Full Time and Temporary (Maternity Cover)
Start Date: January/ February 2024
The Sixth Form Bolton is a vibrant specialist 16-19 Sixth Form College with circa 1750 students. We are dedicated to releasing the potential of our students and staff alike. We are committed to investing in you and your career development, join us and you can expect to be supported and encouraged at every step of your career: working closely with colleagues in a well-established and experienced department, one-to-one coaching, an excellent continuing CPD package alongside a developed staff wellbeing programme. The Sixth Form Bolton has an excellent reputation, high standards and outcomes for its students and this is a real opportunity for you to make a difference in people’s lives.
With the ability to deliver outstanding lessons in A Level Criminology, we would like to hear from enthusiastic teaching professionals who are passionate about their subject and enjoy supporting and challenging students to achieve their personal goals and aspirations.
Courses in the Social Science Department remain consistently popular areas of study and as well as offering A Level courses, the department also offers highly successful vocational pathways in both a Single Vocational A Level and a Triple Vocational A Level. Applications remain increasingly buoyant in this popular area of study which delivers outstanding results annually and in addition to delivering the A Level curriculum, the successful candidate may contribute to this thriving area of study.
We are looking for a teaching professional who is able to engage students with a range of diverse and well-planned lessons and who will kindle their curiosity for the wider world and opportunities available through studying Criminology. We also aim to provide courses of study that deliver excitement and enjoyment through wider enrichment of the curriculum.
With a collective focus on ensuring that every student achieves their personal best, the Sixth Form provides a culture and ethos that promotes initiative, curiosity, creativity, confidence and independence in all our learners, we believe that Sixth Form is about more than just achieving academic success.
If this is the sort of environment you thrive in or wish to be part of and you have the skills and motivation to guide and support students to both fulfil and possibly exceed their personal goals, then we would like to hear from you.
We are looking for someone:
· With vision, energy and exciting ideas to build on current good practice and results
· That has the ability to engage students and inspire through excellent subject knowledge
· Who is a strong classroom practitioner able to enthuse others with a love for their subject and to stimulate high performing students as well as nurture those less confident in their ability
· Who is creative and able to engage and motivate students
· With the desire to share good practice and make a real contribution to the development of the department and the progress of our students
We can offer you:
· A modern friendly working environment with excellent facilities and exemplary student behaviour
· A mature post 16 educational setting with committed Advanced Level students
· The availability of some flexible working time
· A truly Collegiate and supportive approach
· Salary ranging from £28,125- £44,256 (SFCA Teaching Pay Scale)
· A commitment to the development of our staff, structured CPD with opportunities for regular inset workshops and cross college sharing of resources and techniques
· A commitment to supporting your health and wellbeing
· Professional teacher conditions of service on a Sixth Form College contract
Applications for this position are welcomed from teaching professionals irrespective of their career stage or previous educational sector experience. The College has an established programme of professional development and actively encourages individuals with the drive and enthusiasm to succeed in their chosen profession.
To apply, please complete the application form via our website:
https://www.bolton-sfc.ac.uk/vacancies/
You should refer to the Job Description and Person Specification. Please outline your skills, experience and personal qualities and how they relate to the requirements of the post. Please note that only applicants who meet the criteria of the person specification will be considered.
If you require any further information regarding this post, please contact: The Human Resources Department, The Sixth Form Bolton, Deane Road, Bolton BL3 5BU or via email [email protected].
The Sixth Form Bolton is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff, governors and volunteers to share this commitment.
Applicants must be willing to undergo pre-employment checks. Safer recruitment practice and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. This post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
The Sixth Form Bolton welcomes applications from all sectors of the community and is an equal opportunities employer.
Job Types: Temporary contract, Full-time, Fixed term contract
Salary: £28,125.00-£44,256.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
