Unqualified Teacher

St Mary's College Voluntary Catholic Academy; Hull and East Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Supportive environment

Strong behaviour systems

Professional development

Job summary

St Mary’s College invites applications for an Instructor of Criminology (Maternity Cover) to join our ambitious Sixth Form team. You will teach KS5 Criminology (WJEC Level 3) and support students in crime, justice and society topics.

The successful candidate will deliver engaging lessons, monitor progress, and collaborate with colleagues to refine curriculum and assessment preparation. A passion for post-16 education and strong subject knowledge are essential for high-quality outcomes.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching Key Stage 5.
• Proven track record of securing positive student outcomes.
• Strong knowledge of Criminology, Law, Sociology or Psychology.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging teaching across the WJEC Level 3 Criminology specification at Key Stage 5.
• Inspire students through relevant application of criminological theory to crime and society.
• Monitor student progress closely and support intervention strategies.
• Collaborate with colleagues to refine curriculum planning, resources and delivery.
• Prepare students for controlled assessment and external examinations.
• Maintain high expectations for engagement, independent study and progress.
• Support students in career progression related to criminology and related fields.
• Contribute to the wider life and culture of the Sixth Form and its outcomes.

Skills

Key Stage 5 teaching

Criminology knowledge

Assessment for progress

Job description

Instructor of Criminology - Maternity Cover - Required for January 2027

We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Instructor of Criminology (Maternity Cover) to join our Key Stage 5 provision. This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic teacher to join our successful and supportive Sixth Form team. Criminology is a popular and well-established subject at SM6, with students who are keen to explore crime, justice and contemporary society. The role offers an excellent opportunity to teach at Key Stage 5 within an ambitious, student centred sixth form with a strong commitment to exceptional outcomes.

The successful candidate will:

• Deliver engaging, challenging and purposeful teaching across the WJEC Level 3 Criminology specification at Key Stage 5
• Inspire students through relevant and thought-provoking application of criminological theory to crime, justice and contemporary society
• Monitor student progress closely and contribute to effective intervention and support strategies that promote strong outcomes
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to refine and enhance curriculum planning, resources and delivery within a supportive and ambitious team
• Provide effective preparation for both the controlled assessment and external examination components of the qualification, ensuring students understand the demands of assessment and are equipped to achieve their potential
• Maintain high expectations for student engagement, independent study and academic progress
• Support students in making ambitious and well-informed choices about their future, including progression to higher education, degree apprenticeships and careers related to criminology, law, policing, psychology, social sciences and the wider criminal justice sector
• Contribute positively to the wider life and culture of the Sixth Form, supporting our commitment to exceptional outcomes, personal development and pastoral care

The ideal candidate should:

• Be an effective classroom practitioner with a track record of securing positive student outcomes
• Have experience of teaching at Key Stage 5, or the ability to teach confidently at this level
• Be passionate about inspiring students through contemporary issues in crime, justice and society
• Be committed to delivering high quality post 16 education with high expectations for all learners
• Be skilled in using assessment to monitor progress and inform teaching
• Be enthusiastic, reflective and committed to ongoing professional development
• Be keen to contribute to the continued success of a high performing school and sixth form
• Have strong subject knowledge in Criminology, Law, Sociology, Psychology or a related discipline

Why Join Us?

At St Mary’s College you will join a dedicated and ambitious staff team committed to delivering an exceptional educational experience for every student where nothing is left to chance and no child is left behind. We offer:

• A supportive and collaborative working environment
• Strong behaviour systems which create excellent conditions for learning
• Significant investment in professional development