Teacher of Sociology
If you wish to apply for this role, please complete the Sir John Deane's Sixth Form College application form through the link on the My New Term Website. Please note, CVs are not accepted.
Role: Teacher of A Level Sociology
Salary: NSP1 – NSP9 £33,465 - £51,714 Annually (FTE & Actual)
Contract type: 1 Year Fixed Term - Maternity Cover
Reporting to: Head of Sociology and Health and Social Care
Start date: April 2026 - Exact date to be confirmed
About Us
Sir John Deane’s Sixth Form College is the country’s leading sixth form college. Our exceptional track record in student success is a beacon of excellence and opportunity within our community. The College was rated outstanding by Ofsted in October 2022.
Colleagues are part of a hard-working learning community and are constantly supported to achieve success for their students. We offer sector-leading professional development opportunities, and we are proud of a culture in which every colleague who joins us improves their practice and progresses on their professional journey.
Classroom behaviour is exemplary. We foster a strong ethos of ambition and aspiration in all aspects of College life, which means our students are hardworking and extremely well behaved. Our students are supported by dedicated pastoral and learning support teams who have an important role in facilitating our inclusive offer.
The College has exceptional teaching, learning and recreational facilities contained within a beautiful campus.
This is an exciting time to be joining Sir John Deane's Sixth Form College and the Sir John Brunner Foundation Multi Academy Trust, which collectively educates over 4,300 children, and employs over 450 professionals. Each of our academies operates at the heart of their local communities. The Foundation’s central offices are based at Sir John Deane’s Sixth Form College campus.
About the Role
As a teacher at our sixth form college, you will play a key role in delivering engaging and challenging lessons that inspire academic excellence and independent thinking. You will support students aged 16–19 through their A level studies, helping them achieve their full potential. Collaboration with colleagues to develop innovative teaching strategies and tailored support is essential. This role also involves contributing to the wider college community through enrichment activities and academic mentoring.
Please feel free to contact us for further information about the College and the Sociology and Health and Social Care Department.
Your Responsibilities
Please see the attached job description for the full responsibilities of this role.
What we are looking for
Sir John Deane's seeks to appoint an enthusiastic teacher to contribute to the work of this thriving department.
We welcome applications from both early career teachers and teachers with experience. A Level experience is not an essential requirement; we are seeking to appoint an individual with a strong academic background in Sociology who loves to teach and who has a passion for all aspects of the subject. The successful candidate should have the ability to teach across the A Level Sociology programme.
A full ECT programme is offered at the College in the same way as schools, this means you will be fully qualified to advance your future career.
The person appointed must be willing to:
- bring impactful and evidence-informed approaches to their teaching;
- work as a member of a team, sharing ideas and resources;
- develop relationships with students based upon equality, respect, joy and high aspirations
We are proud that the Sir John Deane’s name has enhanced the career of many colleagues and, together with the professional development we provide, has allowed them to progress into middle and senior management positions. As part of the Sir John Brunner Foundation Multi-Academy Trust, over time, the College will be able to provide professional opportunities in good and outstanding local high schools to help you further develop your career.
Closing Date: Friday 5th December - 9am
Interview Date: Thursday 18th December
If you feel you have the skills and experience to become our Teacher of Sociology, please complete the application form today. You are strongly encouraged to get your application form submitted at the earliest opportunity, as we reserve the right to close our adverts earlier than advertised where sufficient applications have been received. We’d love to hear from you!
The college is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful applicant must have enhanced DBS disclosure and satisfactory references. The college is an equal opportunities employer.
Salary range
- £33,465 - £51,714 per year