Teacher - Social Sciences

Northampton College; Northampton; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted hairdressing and beauty

Generous holiday entitlement

Free parking across sites

Employee assistance programme

Training and development opportunities

NUS/Blue Light Card discounts

Job summary

Northampton College is seeking a Teacher - Social Sciences to join our dynamic, diverse team. You will deliver engaging lessons, support student progression, and contribute to curriculum development within the Social Sciences area.

The role emphasizes inclusive teaching, collaboration with staff, and commitment to safeguarding. Full-time, permanent position with a focus on professional growth and college-wide impact.

Qualifications

• Aptitude and/or experience of coaching and/or tutoring and/or teaching.
• Ability to engage and manage groups of students effectively.
• Strong written and verbal communication with diverse colleagues and students.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Teaching in Social Sciences as part of a diverse college team.
• Contribute to learning plans and student progression.
• Collaborate with colleagues to support the wider college objectives.

Skills

Coaching experience

Group management

Written and verbal communication

IT/ICT systems

Time management

Attention to detail

Customer service

Education

GCSE English and Maths C/4 or above

Subject-related qualification

PGCE/CertEd/DTLLS teaching qualification

Level 3 subject/discipline + teaching qualification plan

Job description

Welcome to the Northampton College recruitment portal. Please enter your search criteria below and select 'Find jobs'.

credit_card Salary In the range of £37,851 - £44,160 per annum for full time roles, salary pro-rated for part time rolesStarting salaries will normally be aligned with the first point in the grade for the role

The job requirements are detailed below. Where applicable the skills, qualifications and memberships required for this job have also been included.

Job details

Salary In the range of £37,851 - £44,160 per annum for full time roles, salary pro-rated for part time rolesStarting salaries will normally be aligned with the first point in the grade for the role

Contractual hours 37

Basis Full time/Full Year

Region Northampton

Package 53 days annual leave, comprising 42 personal days, pro rata (1 September - 31 August), including 8 bank holidays and 3 closure days. The College reserves the right to designate up to 3 closure days per holiday year

At Northampton College, we know that our strength lies in our diversity - in the experiences, backgrounds, and journeys that shape each of us. As one of the leading Colleges in the country, with significant strengths in health and social care, engineering, creative industries, construction, catering and digital, Northampton College is an inspiring place to work. Our students come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds, not just because it's the right thing to do, but because it makes our organisation stronger. Why not join our dedicated team as a Teacher - Social Sciences.

No two days are ever the same working at the College. You’ll be joining a dynamic and diverse organisation where every day brings new opportunities to learn, connect and make an impact. Your daily work will vary depending on the needs of the team, our students and the wider organisation keeping things fresh, exciting and rewarding.

You’ll be part of a culture that values collaboration, inclusion and innovation, working alongside people from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences who all share the ambition to make a difference.

For full details of the responsibilities and expectations for this role, please refer to the attached job description.

Required skills and qualifications

Skills

• Aptitude and/or experience of coaching and/or tutoring and/or teaching
• Ability to effectively engage and manage groups of students
• Ability to effectively communicate in writing, verbally, and through active listening with a diverse group of colleagues, students and stakeholders
• Ability to use a range of Information Technology (IT)/Information Communication Technology (ICT) systems
• Ability to manage and prioritise multiple tasks through to completion within prescribed deadlines
• High levels of attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to provide a responsive and professional level of customer service at all times

Education

• English and maths GCSE grade C/4 or above/willingness to obtain, or equivalent skill level
• Academic qualification relevant to subject specialism
• Qualified Teacher (Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE)/Certificate in Education (CertEd) or Diploma in Teaching in the Lifelong Learning Sector (DTLLS))

Or, for an Industry Specialist/entry level teacher seeking a teaching role at the College :

• Qualifications and/or equivalent experience at Level 3 in a relevant subject/discipline, with a requirement to undertake the teaching qualification (sponsored by the College).

For full details about the role and its responsibilities, please view the job description and person specification attached above.

• Discounted hairdressing and beauty therapy treatments in our training salons (The Salon NC)
• Generous holiday entitlement
• Free parking across sites
• Employee assistance programme, available 24/7, 365 days a year
• Training and development opportunities with a focus on progression and personal development
• Discounts through membership of the NUS and Blue Light Card

Northampton College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff, associates, and volunteers to share this commitment. All applicants will be subject to relevant safeguarding checks.

Please be aware that Northampton College reserves the right to close vacancies prior to the advertised closing date if a sufficient number of applications have been received.

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Please note: All of our posts require candidates to have the Right to Work in the UK at the time of applying as we do not hold a sponsorship licence.