Lecturer in A-level Criminology
Permanent - Full Time £26,661 - £48,160 / yearJob Overview
We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Criminology Lecturer to join our Sixth Form team at Central St Michaels Campus.
This is a fantastic opportunity to inspire and support the next generation of Criminology students in a dynamic and forward-thinking environment. If you have a commitment to delivering high-quality teaching, a drive for innovation in the classroom, and a collaborative mindset, we would love to hear from you.
This is a fantastic opportunity to inspire and support the next generation of Criminology students in a dynamic and forward-thinking environment. If you have a commitment to delivering high-quality teaching, a drive for innovation in the classroom, and a collaborative mindset, we would love to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver specific programmes, take on course tutorship/personal tutoring, and provide a high-quality learning experience
- Participate jointly in curriculum development, planning, and continuously improving teaching standards
- Embrace Information Learning Technology (ILT) and multimedia resources to develop and deliver dynamic learning materials
- Assist with recruitment, induction, open events, parents' evenings, and interviews to support learners' ongoing success and wellbeing
- Maintain accurate academic and administrative records in accordance with college policy
- Collaborating with colleagues and external partners, you will contribute to curriculum development and continuously work to improve teaching standards.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
- A degree or appropriate professional qualification relevant to Criminology, alongside a Certificate in Education or Level 5 Teaching Qualification
- Proven track record of delivering Level 3 courses (ideally WJEC/BTEC), preparing/evaluating learning materials, and executing excellent teaching practices.
- Willingness to work flexibly, attend evening duties (open events, enrolment), and travel between multiple sites at short notice
- Experience in internal verification/moderation (desirable)
- Prior experience acting as a personal tutor (desirable)
Teaching Qualifications & Salary Banding
To be eligible for our Qualified Lecturer salary banding (£31,837 - £48,160), you must hold one of the following teaching qualifications:
✅ Accepted Qualifications:
- DTTLS (Diploma in Teaching in the Lifelong Learning Sector)
- Certificate in Education
- PGCE (Postgraduate Certificate in Education)
- ProfGCE (Professional Graduate Certificate in Education)
- DET (Diploma in Education and Training)
- DiT (Diploma in Teaching) – if for a vocational subject
If you do not hold one of the above qualifications, you will fall into our Unqualified Lecturer salary banding (£26,661 - £29,998).
❌ Not Accepted as Stand Alone Qualifications:
- PTLLS (Preparing to Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector)
- CTLLS (Certificate in Teaching in the Lifelong Learning Sector)
- CELTA (Certificate in English Language Teaching to Adults)
- SFHEA (Senior Fellowship)
- Masters in Education
- TEFL (Teaching English as a Foreign Language)
If you have any questions regarding your eligibility, please get in touch.