Lecturer in Criminology (Maternity Cover)

City College Norwich; Norwich; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Paston Sixth Form College is seeking an enthusiastic Lecturer in Criminology to join our team. You will plan and deliver engaging Criminology lessons for post-16 learners, monitor progress and provide timely intervention where required.

You will act as a form tutor, support student development, and contribute to curriculum planning while upholding safeguarding and welfare standards across the college.

Qualifications

• Honours degree in Criminology.
• Qualified teacher status.
• Post-16 teaching experience in Criminology.
• Knowledge of assessment requirements and marking CA's.
• Ability to deliver engaging and inclusive learning.
• Strong track record of supporting student achievement.

Responsibilities

• Deliver outstanding Criminology teaching to post-16 learners.
• Plan, prepare and assess learning programmes.
• Monitor student progress, attendance and achievement.
• Act as Form tutor and provide pastoral support.
• Contribute to curriculum planning and quality improvement.
• Participate in events and student recruitment activities.
• Collaborate with colleagues to support learner success.
• Ensure safeguarding, equality, health and safety compliance.

Skills

Criminology knowledge

Data‑driven teaching

Inclusive teaching

Student progress tracking

Safeguarding awareness

Education

Honours degree in Criminology

Qualified teacher status

Job description

You will be responsible for delivering high-quality teaching, learning and assessment that inspires students to succeed. You will plan and deliver engaging lessons, monitor and support student progress, contribute to curriculum development, and play an active role in the wider life of the College. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to make a real difference to students' academic achievement and personal development while contributing to a collaborative and ambitious teaching environment. What You'll Be Doing Key responsibilities include:

• Delivering outstanding Criminology teaching to post-16 learners.
• Planning, preparing and assessing learning programmes to ensure excellent student outcomes.
• Monitoring student progress, attendance and achievement, providing timely intervention and support where required.
• Acting as a Form tutor, providing pastoral support, guidance and encouragement to students.
• Contributing to curriculum planning, development and quality improvement activities.
• Participating in open events, interviews, enrolment activities and student recruitment initiatives.
• Working collaboratively with colleagues to support learner success and continuous improvement.
• Ensuring compliance with safeguarding, equality, health and safety, and data protection requirements.

Are you passionate about Criminology and committed to helping young people achieve their full potential?, Paston Sixth Form College is seeking an enthusiastic, knowledgeable and inspiring Lecturer in Criminology (L3 Applied Diploma) to join our successful team. This is an exciting opportunity for an individual with a strong subject background and a commitment to delivering outstanding teaching and learning to post-16 students.

We are looking for someone who:

• Holds a relevant honours degree in a subject related to Criminology.
• Is a qualified teacher.
• Has recent and relevant experience of delivering high-quality teaching within post-16 education.
• Possesses expert knowledge of the subject area and assessment requirements - previous experience of marking controlled assessments will be an advantage.
• Can deliver engaging and inclusive learning experiences that motivate and inspire students.
• Demonstrates a strong track record of supporting high levels of student achievement and progression.
• Has a proactive approach to monitoring student performance and using data to improve outcomes.
• Is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults.