Lecturer – Sociology - Uxbridge

Clarus Education; Uxbridge; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Clarus Education is seeking a Lecturer in Sociology for our Sixth Form in Uxbridge. You will deliver engaging lessons across Sociology up to A Level and support students to achieve excellent academic results and develop skills for higher education.

You will have a Sociology degree, a track record teaching up to Level 3 including A Level, and strong communication to inspire 16–19-year-old learners. The college supports professional growth, including Level 5 qualification progression.

Qualifications

• Degree in Sociology or related discipline.
• Teaching experience up to Level 3, including A Level.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to work towards Level 5 teaching qualification with support from the College.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare and deliver high-quality lessons in Sociology up to A Level standard.
• Design and implement assessment strategies that promote learner progress and attainment.
• Provide constructive feedback, monitor student performance, and maintain accurate records.
• Contribute to course planning, curriculum development, and internal moderation processes.
• Support and guide students in developing independent learning and critical thinking skills.
• Engage actively in departmental meetings, standardisation activities, and staff development.
• Foster a positive, inclusive and motivating learning environment for all students.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Motivate 16–19 learners

Commitment to professional growth

Education

Degree in Sociology

Job description

Join our successful Sixth Form where we pride ourselves on delivering outstanding A Level, AS, GCSE and BTEC Science programmes. With excellent student outcomes and national recognition for progress, our Sixth Form is among the top-performing colleges in the country. Sociology is one of our most popular and consistently high-achieving subjects, making this an exciting opportunity to join a thriving, motivated team.

The Role

As a Lecturer in Sociology, you’ll deliver engaging lessons across our Sociology programmes up to A Level. You’ll play an active role in supporting students to achieve excellent academic results and develop the skills and confidence needed for higher education and beyond.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare and deliver high-quality lessons in Sociology up to A Level standard.
• Design and implement assessment strategies that promote learner progress and attainment.
• Provide constructive feedback, monitor student performance, and maintain accurate records.
• Contribute to course planning, curriculum development, and internal moderation processes.
• Support and guide students in developing independent learning and critical thinking skills.
• Engage actively in departmental meetings, standardisation activities, and staff development.
• Foster a positive, inclusive and motivating learning environment for all students.

About You

You will:

• Hold a degree in Sociology or a closely related discipline.
• Have proven teaching experience up to Level 3, including A Level.
• Demonstrate strong communication and interpersonal skills to inspire and engage 16–19-year-old learners.
• Be committed to continuous improvement and professional growth.
• (If not yet qualified) be willing to work towards the Level 5 teaching qualification, which the College will fully support you with.

This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to one of the UK’s highest-performing Sixth Forms and to genuinely influence student success.

We are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. You will have a safeguarding responsibility if appointed.

The successful candidate will be subject to enhanced clearance through the Disclosure and Barring Service and employment will be subject to references.

This post is not exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

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