Lecturer in Sociology and Social Sciences

Cirencester College; Cirencester; Remote; GBP 32,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Teachers Pension

Generous holidays

Life assurance

Employee Assistance Programme

On-site car parking

On-site fitness suite

Refectory

Cycle to Work Scheme

Job summary

Cirencester College is seeking a Lecturer in Sociology to join a high-performing A Level Sociology department in Cirencester. The role focuses on delivering engaging, student-centered teaching with a track record of excellent results and a commitment to the Cirencester College mission.

The successful candidate will teach across the sociology pathways, contribute to curriculum development, and provide pastoral support where needed.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching sociology at FE level
• Ability to work in a busy, high-performing department
• Strong commitment to student-centred learning
• Willingness to contribute to curriculum development and team collaboration

Responsibilities

• Teaching to a high standard and developing students' skills and confidence to succeed.
• Working collaboratively with an experienced Sociology team.
• Playing a full role as a member of the Faculty and College community
• Providing pastoral support for students if the role includes being a personal tutor

Job description

Lecturer in Sociology and Social Sciences

Salary: £31,966 – £46,980 per annum(Salary dependent on qualifications and experience)

Contract: Full Time, Permanent (However, part time roles will be considered for this role. Please state your preference for part-time and the FTE equivalent on your job application)
Required: 4th January 2027

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an adaptable and creative individual to teach in our high performing A Level Sociology department!

After excellent results in 2026, we are looking to add to our strong team of lecturers. We are recruiting for an experienced teacher, ideally with an excellent track record in the subject of sociology (or a closely related discipline).

Here at Cirencester College, we offer two pathways for students: the crime and the world sociology pathways. The former takes students through the sociological theories that explain crime and the implications of crime on society. Our world sociology pathway steers students through the landscape of society and the reasons for its shape and structure drawing on organisational policies, laws, health, education, poverty, and employment.

We want a highly motivated and student-centred practitioner to join our team and to contribute to the continued success of the department.

The role entails:

• Teaching to a high standard and developing student’s skills and confidence to succeed.
• Working collaboratively with an experienced Sociology team.
• Playing a full role as a member of the Faculty and College community
• Providing pastoral support for students if your role includes being a personal tutor

Candidates should have a commitment to post compulsory education at FE and be motivated to achieve high standards in teaching and learning. The ability to work well within a team and to adapt to curriculum demands is essential. Candidates will be committed to the Cirencester College mission and vision and be able to demonstrate the ability to work to deadlines in a demanding environment. The College is supportive of new entrants into teaching and provide professional development onsite.

Closing Date: 4th November 2026, noon

Interviews From: w/c9 th November. We reserve the right to interview prior to this date.

Benefits include: Teachers Pensions defined benefit pension scheme (including life assurance), generous holidays, sick pay scheme, Employee Assistance Programme, free on-site car parking, on-site fitness suite, Refectory and Cycle to Work Scheme.

Cirencester College may carry out online searches during the recruitment process on shortlisted candidates, as part of due diligence checks.

This College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Cirencester College welcomes applications from all sectors of the community and is an equal opportunities employer.