Teacher - A-level Sociology

Bluetown; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a passionate A-level Sociology teacher to join their new Sixth Form. This role offers a unique opportunity to work within a university environment, fostering academic excellence and character education. As part of a supportive team, you'll have access to extensive resources and professional development, ensuring you can thrive in your teaching career. With generous leave, excellent pension schemes, and various employee benefits, this position is perfect for those looking to make a meaningful impact in education.

Benefits

Generous allocation of annual leave

Excellent Teachers' Pension Scheme

Subsidised private healthcare

Employee Assistance Programme

Annual health MOTs

Professional qualification sponsorship

Heavily-subsidised on-site car parking

Free on-site gym membership

Qualifications

• Experience teaching A-level Sociology is essential.
• Passion for education and student engagement is crucial.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging A-level Sociology lessons to students.
• Develop a knowledge-rich curriculum that enhances learning.

Skills

A-level Sociology

Teaching Skills

Curriculum Development

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Education or related field

Teaching Qualification (PGCE or equivalent)

Job description

Job Title: Teacher - A-level Sociology

Location: Birmingham

Salary: GBP17,558 - GBP23,637 per annum (pro rata of GBP35,116 - GBP46,735) - SF1

Job type: Permanent; Part time, 18.5 hours

University College Birmingham is proud to have been voted 5th in the Post Graduate Education category in the prestigious 2024 Whatuni Student Choice Awards. The awards are voted for and by students showcasing the incredible relationships we foster here at University College Birmingham between Staff and Students. We are TEF rated Silver, with a Good Ofsted rating.

The Role:

Are you looking for a unique and exciting educational adventure working in a brand-new Sixth Form that's part of a University?

Are you looking for a place where you can share your passion with students who are keen to learn?

University College Birmingham opened its new Sixth Form Centre in September 2024 to 280 fabulous year 12 students and we are looking for knowledgeable and ambitious teachers who have experience teaching A-level Sociology to join our team as we grow.

Teaching within a university environment and our GBP5.5 million Sixth Form Centre facilities will provide you with a truly unique opportunity to rethink science education; to create a beautiful, knowledge-rich curriculum which transforms academic learning through exemplary pedagogy and research-informed practice.

We are unashamedly ambitious and strive for the best academic outcomes for our students, alongside explicitly teaching character education, empowering students to live purposeful, flourishing lives.

Preparing for university within a university means our students (and teachers) will benefit from the extensive award-winning support services at UCB, including a library with online access to over 60 million digital resources containing published research papers as well as course textbooks, a dedicated academic support service available for all students, a Health and wellbeing service with a Nurse, mental health support and counsellors, and a dedicated careers team to help secure student work experience and volunteering roles.

We recognise that you will be our greatest asset and we will fully support you to excel in your craft; our professional development programme includes instructional coaching and there is the opportunity to undertake a Master's or other professional qualification.

We can support ECTs through the next stage of their professional development or help more experienced teachers develop their pedagogy and leadership skills for their next steps.

Benefits:

* Generous allocation of annual leave

* 38 days' paid leave per year
* 12 Bank Holidays & Concessionary Days

* Excellent Teachers' Pension Scheme

* Employer Contributions - 28.6%

* Subsidised private healthcare provided by Aviva including a Digital GP Service.
* Employee Assistance Programme inclusive of counselling services, financial wellbeing support and bereavement support
* Annual health MOTs with our Registered Nurse
* Excellent staff development opportunities including professional qualification sponsorship
* A variety of salary sacrifice schemes including car, technology and cycle.
* Heavily-subsidised on-site car parking in central Birmingham
* Free on-site gym membership

Extra Information:

All applicants for employment at the University will be expected to demonstrate an understanding of the principles of Safeguarding and the PREVENT agenda in the context of further and higher education.

Closing Date - Sunday 18th May 2025.

Interview Date - Friday 23rd May 2025.

UCB is an equal opportunities employer.

Please click APPLY to be redirected to our website to complete an application form.

Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of: Teacher, Sociology Teacher, Teacher of Sociology, will also be considered for this role.