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Teacher of Social Science

Teacher of Social Science

John Leggott College

North Lincolnshire

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Salary:
Salary: Teacher Pt 1-9 (£24,098-£39,329)
Job type:
Full Time, Maternity Cover
Start date:
21/08/2019
Apply by:
22 May 2019

Job overview

John Leggott College

Teacher of Sociology and/ or Criminology, ability to teach Religious Studies is also desirable

1 x 1FTE to cover Maternity Leave  Suitable for NQT’s

A Teacher of Sociology and or Criminology/ Religious Studies is required from September 2019 to teach as part of our Social Science department.

This is an exciting opportunity for a committed individual to work with 14-19 year old learners as part of a large and successful department within a well-respected, progressive sixth form college.

The college currently offers a broad range of social science courses, including criminology, sociology, religious studies and psychology in a diverse department offering the flexibility to make the most of the successful candidate’s unique skills.

The post may suit an experienced schoolteacher or a practitioner from an FE background, although we welcome applications form less experienced candidates, including recent graduates who can demonstrate the necessary skills and enthusiasm for the post. 

With the short amount of time between the closing date and interview date, we have included the information on the Micro Teach task that forms part of the interview process. The Micro Teach is for 20 minutes - Introduction to Marxist Theories of Crime OR Introduction to Crime Reduction Strategies.  This will be for a mixed ability group of Criminologists approx. 20 Year 1 students & a PC and projector will be available.

Closing date for applications is 12 noon Wednesday 22nd May 2019

Interviews to be held on Thursday 23rd May 2019

CV’s will NOT be accepted

Please complete the online application form

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About John Leggott College

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+44 1724 282998

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John Leggott College is the best Sixth Form College in the region for students aged 16-19 offering a wide range of courses including A Levels and BTECs. We have a 99% A Level pass rate, with 50% of grades achieved being A*-B. Our students go on to a wide variety of destinations and careers, including Oxbridge Universities, highly sought-after apprenticeships and more. John Leggott College is a longstanding provider of education in the local community. 

We support students to enter post-16 education from around the world with great results. Our campus is friendly and diverse with dedicated facilities covering all curriculum areas; ranging from fully-equipped laboratories in Chemistry, to dark rooms in Photography and the MUGA in Sport.

Our extensive curriculum offers our students a wide range of subject choices and combinations, enabling them to progress effectively on to their desired career. Studying with us is a great way of expanding your skill-set whilst gaining valuable qualifications and forging lifelong friendships. Coming to John Leggott College will set you on your path to success!

John Leggott College is a mixed, selective, non-denominational, general further education college situated in Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire. It is a 16-plus institution based on a single modern campus close to the town centre, with good access to surrounding rural areas. There are around 1,700 learners at the college, between the ages of 16-19, studying a range of academic and vocational courses.

The college was founded in 1958 as John Leggott Grammar School. The sixth form was established in 1968 in the midst of a Scunthorpe education reorganisation.

Principal

Leon Riley

Values and vision

John Leggott College prides itself on its tolerance and the diversity of its students. Its vibrant International Centre for overseas students helps to arrange accommodation for international students around the Scunthorpe area. The leading sixth-form provision in the area, John Leggott College provides high-quality support for its learners while offering a great deal of opportunities. It has links to more than 240 local employers to help provide students with a better chance to succeed in their chosen field.

Ofsted report

“International students make significant progress both academically and socially. The college provides a good level of academic and pastoral support. Subsequently, the college can demonstrate very high levels of attendance and achievement for students who are accommodated. The safety of students is important at this college. There are strong strategic relationships across a range of safeguarding agencies, which helps to keep students safe.”

Benefits

  • Preferential rates at North Lincolnshire Council Leisure Facilities
  • Full staff Employee Assistance Programme including 24/7 telephone line, web access for a variety of health and well-being matters for staff members and dependents
  • Free Car Parking
  • Ongoing Opportunities for staff development
  • A wide range of locally negotiated discounts from a number of businesses  

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