Subject Tutor Sociology

We are looking for a passionate Sociology Tutor to join the high achieving department. The ability to also teach Criminology is desirable. The ideal candidate will be able to deliver inspiring lessons, bring knowledge and experience to the curriculum, and have a desire to teach beyond the specification, believing every student can succeed. Appreciation that the commitment to delivering outstanding educational and outcome goes beyond the classroom.

All staff within the Trust need to have a commitment to professional development, an enthusiasm for teamwork and a passion for improvement. 

While a teaching qualification is desirable, we will consider applications from non- qualified graduates. Graduates looking to start a career in teaching at the Sixth Form College will be allocated a reduced timetable with comprehensive support and mentoring. Future opportunities to obtain a teacher qualification will be considered.

Social Science department

Sociology is part of Social Sciences which also includes Psychology, Criminology and Health and Social Care forming the largest student cohort at the college. The ideal candidate will be able to deliver inspiring lessons, bring knowledge and experience to the curriculum and have a desire to teach beyond the specification believing every student can succeed.  

They should have an appreciation that the commitment to delivering outstanding educational outcomes goes beyond the classroom. Sociology is taught by passionate and committed professionals keen to enrich the lives of young people and inspire the next generation of students who either use the subject as part of their broader study programme or would like to take the study of this subject beyond college. Trips, workshop experiences and visiting professionals are commonplace. Sociology regularly organise trips such as the Women of the World Conference. They work very closely with other social science subjects such as Criminology and together they support one another through the sharing of good practice or use of resources.

We are looking for like minded individuals keen to play their part in enriching the lives of young people whilst contributing their own unique skills, knowledge and experiences to the team ethos.  The large nature of student numbers in these subjects means that flexibility to teach beyond one specialism is highly sought after with opportunities of diversifying ones teaching regularly occurring across our social science subjects.   

Quotes: students and staff:

‘’We like to innovate within the department and welcome new ideas. There is a strong team ethos where we support one another, enjoy the teaching of our subject and helping our young students to understand, apply and progress. ‘’

Key department information:

• Cohort size: 498
• Number of Staff: 11
• Management Structure: Senior Curriculum Manager & Curriculum Manager
• Exam Board Specification: OCR
• Department Facilities: Several dedicated classrooms.

Day to Day Expectations of a Teacher

A full time teacher will have 22.5 hours per week contact with students, split over 5 Teaching groups (15 periods ) with 5 additional periods for preparation & marking.

Throughout the year there are a number of whole college events, (open evenings, parent evenings, Interview day, enrolment) at which attendance is required.

Common resources are shared within departments and there are regular opportunities for professional development, delivering extracurricular student clubs and wellbeing / social activities.

Learning and Teaching Expectations of a Teacher 

• Develop skilled and effective teachers to implement our pedagogic priorities and deliver outstanding education and outcomes for all of our learners
• Improve progression opportunities for all our learners, raising aspirations and smoothing transition cliff edges
• Embed a culture of collaborative working and sharing good practice across all Trust academies
• Develop an innovative, inspirational workforce with outstanding opportunities for career progression

How do we support you:

As a new member of staff you will receive plenty of support from your colleagues both from the department and from the wider college community. This will include:

• a mentor to help you through the first year (in particular);
• support from your curriculum manager and director of faculty; and
• an extensive programme for all new staff to help induct you into College life as well as to develop your approach to teaching

How to Apply

If you would like to have a further discussion before applying for this role please contact the HR team on team_HR@prospecttrust.org.uk

Please complete the attached application form and equality monitoring form and email all completed applications to recruitment@prospecttrust.org.uk by 9am, Friday 26 April 2024.

Early applications are encouraged, as the Trust may at its discretion elect to both interview and select candidates before the advertised closing date.

Other Information

The Prospect Trust takes the control and processing of employee data very seriously and is committed to acting in line with the UK General Data Protection Regulation; please read the attached applicant privacy notice which explains how your data is processed.

Prior to the interview, an online search will be conducted by HR, to identify any past or current incidents or issues that might affect your suitability to work with children and undertake this role. Please note this online search will be carried out only on publicly available information and be limited to issues relating to your suitability to work with children and/or in an educational environment. Issues that arise will not automatically be a bar to your employment at the Trust but may be discussed with you at interview. This is in line with statutory guidance in Keeping Children Safe in Education.

We welcome applications from all suitably qualified applicants, however all disabled applicants who meet our minimum criteria will be invited for an interview.

The Prospect Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and young people within our care and requires all staff and volunteers to share and demonstrate this commitment. The job description fully sets out the safeguarding responsibilities of the post. Any future offer of employment remains subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks, including enhanced DBS clearance, a health check and references.