A Level Sociology Teacher

Teaching Vacancies; Stroud; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

TPS pension

Generous leave and holidays

Flexible development days

Professional development support

Tuition discount for family

Staff networking and wellbeing

Job summary

SGS College is seeking an enthusiastic Sociology Lecturer to join our Sixth Form provision. You will deliver engaging A Level Sociology lessons, plan and assess in line with AQA, and monitor student progress while fostering a passion for the subject.

You will also act as a personal tutor, provide pastoral support, and participate in enrichment activities and college events, contributing to student success and inclusive practice.

Qualifications

• Must hold a degree in Sociology or closely related subject.
• Have a recognised teaching qualification or be willing to work towards one.
• Desirable: experience teaching A Level Sociology.
• Demonstrates strong subject knowledge and enthusiasm for Sociology.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Committed to inclusive practice and student success.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality teaching across A Level Sociology.
• Potential to teach other related subjects.
• Plan, prepare and assess lessons in line with AQA specifications.
• Monitor and support student progress using data.
• Create an inclusive and stimulating learning environment.
• Support coursework, exam preparation and academic skills.
• Contribute to course development and quality improvement.
• Act as a personal tutor providing pastoral support.
• Participate in enrichment activities and wider college events.

Skills

Sociology subject knowledge

Teaching qualification

A Level Sociology experience

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Inclusive teaching practice

Motivating diverse learners

Education

Degree in Sociology

Recognised teaching qualification or willingness to work towards one

Job description

What skills and experience we're looking for

Beneficial Skills & Qualifications

• Holds a degree in Sociology or a closely related subject
• Has a recognised teaching qualification (or willingness to work towards one)
• Has experience teaching A Level Sociology (desirable but not essential)
• Demonstrates strong subject knowledge and enthusiasm for Sociology
• Has excellent communication and organisational skills
• Is committed to inclusive practice and student success
• Can motivate and inspire learners from a diverse range of backgrounds

What the college offers its staff

Financial Rewards and Benefits:

• Opportunity to make a positive impact within the community and on learners’ lives
• Competitive Pension Scheme- Academic roles benefit significantly by their access to the teachers’ pension scheme (TPS), with a generous employer contributions of over 23%
• Generous Annual leave entitlement plus the 8 bank holidays- 39 days academic plus additional college agreed inset development days and 6 self-elected development days (Full-Time Equivalent).
• Two weeks leave during the Christmas closedown period largely supported by the discretionary closure days provided by the College.
• Extensive professional development with ongoing support for your personal & professional development, including 25% tuition discount for immediate family of SGS employees.
• Family friendly policies and a proven commitment to supporting flexible working practices
• Access to ‘My Lifestyle’ discounted shopping benefits, cycle to work scheme and a Technology Salary Sacrifice Scheme
• All staff members can buy a TOTUM card(formerly known as NUS Extra cards), as part of being an affiliate member of the Students' Union
• Staff have access and supported to be part of inclusive or sustainable staff networks and communities
• Free car parking at all campuses (Except Queens Road Art School)
• Access to a wide variety of external health and wellbeing resources
• Subsidised onsite catering services including Costa Coffee

Further details about the role

SGS College is seeking an enthusiastic and inspiring Sociology Lecturer to join our thriving Sixth Form provision. This is an exciting opportunity to help students develop a deep understanding of sociological research and how it relates to the real world.

You will be responsible for delivering engaging and challenging lessons that support students to achieve excellent outcomes, while fostering a passion for the subject.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality teaching across A Level Sociology
• There may be opportunities to teach across other similar subjects
• Plan, prepare and assess lessons in line with awarding body specifications (AQA)
• Monitor and support student progress, using data to inform teaching
• Create an inclusive and stimulating learning environment
• Support learners with coursework, exam preparation, and academic skills
• Contribute to course development and quality improvement
• Act as a personal tutor, providing pastoral support and guidance
• Participate in enrichment activities, trips, and wider college events

Commitment to safeguarding

SGS College is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults. All employment offers are contingent upon satisfactory references, an Enhanced DBS check, and additional checks and online searches in accordance with KCSIE guidance.