Teacher - A-level Sociology

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

Job summary

An educational institution in the UK is seeking a passionate A-level Sociology Teacher for their new Sixth Form in Birmingham. This part-time position offers an exciting opportunity to teach in a university environment, focusing on innovative pedagogy and character education. The successful candidate will enjoy generous annual leave, professional development opportunities, and a supportive work environment. Apply by 12th October 2025 for a chance to contribute to students' academic success.

Benefits

Generous allocation of annual leave

Excellent Teachers' Pension Scheme

Subsidised private healthcare

Employee Assistance Programme

Annual health MOTs

Excellent staff development opportunities

Salary sacrifice schemes

Heavily-subsidised on-site car parking

Free on-site gym membership

Qualifications

• Experience teaching A-level Sociology required.
• Experience in a university or Sixth Form setting is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Teach A-level Sociology at a new Sixth Form.
• Create a knowledge-rich curriculum.
• Support students' educational journeys.

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Teacher - A-level Sociology

Location: Birmingham

Salary: £17,804 - £23,694 per annum (pro rata of £35,608 - £47,389) - SF1

Job type: Permanent; Part time, 18.5 hours per week

UCB is an equal opportunities employer. 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 £5.5 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.

Qualifications and Experience

Essential experience: Knowledgeable and ambitious teachers who have experience teaching A-level Sociology.

Experience teaching in a university environment or Sixth Form setting is desirable, with a commitment to research-informed practice.

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

Additional 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 12th October 2025.

Interview Date - Wednesday 22nd October 2025.

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, A-Level Teacher, will also be considered for this role.