Teachers of Social Science - Full Time/Part Time - Suitable for NQT's
John Leggott College
North Lincolnshire
- Expired
- Salary:
- Main Teaching Scale, Dependent on experience
- Job type:
- Full Time, Part Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- 28th August 2020
- Apply by:
- 23 April 2020
Job overview
Teachers of Social Science
Location: Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire
Contract: Permanent, Full-time and Part Time Opportunities.
Start: Friday 28th August 2020
Starting Salary: Main Teaching Scale. SUITABLE FOR NQT’s
John Leggott College is a successful (OFSTED Grade 2 ‘Good’) 16-19 Sixth Form College, located on a busy but pleasant site in in Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire. The College is located ten minutes from the M180 which is fed directly from the M18 and then the M1 – you’d be able to commute here quite easily from most of the towns and conurbations in Yorkshire and Lincolnshire, including Pontefract, Doncaster, Sheffield, Grimsby, Lincoln and Hull. The college was confirmed as ‘Good’ in May 2018 and the Department for Education has affirmed we are also in solidly Satisfactory financial health.
John Leggott College are looking to appoint dedicated and passionate people for our award-winning College. Reporting to the recently appointed Area Lead, the role will be to teach either A Level Psychology, A Level Religious Studies, BTEC Psychology/Criminology and A Level Sociology – all highly popular subjects with our students and a significant part of our College. These are exciting times - the whole area is growing quite rapidly; Criminology numbers greatly increased in the summer and we now have 6 first-year Criminology groups and 4 second-year groups. In addition, we are seeing a growth in the number of students who are studying BTEC Psychology, where numbers have doubled in just one year.
The College has an ongoing programme for teaching and learning and has a well-supported aspiring leaders programme. In addition, there are development opportunities locally with Northern Lincolnshire Education Consortium and regionally with the Venn group. We will invest in the right candidate and they will be part of a developing team.
Being part of the Venn Group (an affiliation of five Sixth Form Colleges in our local area) is also a real positive for the College as it uniquely enables the successful post holder to work with other Colleges, to share ideas, solve problems, practice techniques and support one another.
The role will suit:
• Anyone with dedication and passion for Social Science.
• Someone who can consistently deliver high value-added results and inspire students.
• A teacher who can show the ability to drive and motivate learners and deliver outstanding results.
• An ambitious and dedicated NQT with a passion for the subject
In return, we offer:
• An exciting post in a successful and award-winning College serving local communities.
• The opportunity to have an impact and influence the development of an Area within the College that makes a real difference to the lives of young people.
• The challenge and stimulation of working alongside dedicated educationalists, capable support service managers, and wonderful students.
If you have any questions, or further information on our fantastic college please contact Emma Wyld by email emmawyld@leggott.ac.uk
Please note the closing date has changed and there will be 2 interview dates.
The closing date for applications is Thursday 23rd April 2020 at 1pm.
Interviews will be held Tuesday 21st April 2020 and W/C 20th April 2020
John Leggott College has a strong commitment to Equal Opportunities, Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people. Successful candidates will be subjected to enhanced checks by the Disclosure & Barring Service
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About John Leggott College
- John Leggott College
- West Common Lane, Scunthorpe
- North Lincolnshire
- DN17 1DS
- United Kingdom
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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