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Lecturer – Sociology, CLARUS EDUCATION
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Lecturer – Sociology
Uxbridge
Full time and Permanent
£33,429 - £46,618
Join our successful Sixth Form where we pride ourselves on delivering outstanding A Level, AS, GCSE and BTEC Science programmes. With excellent student outcomes and national recognition for progress, our Sixth Form is among the top-performing colleges in the country. Sociology is one of our most popular and consistently high-achieving subjects, making this an exciting opportunity to join a thriving, motivated team.
The Role
As a Lecturer in Sociology, you’ll deliver engaging lessons across our Sociology programmes up to A Level. You’ll play an active role in supporting students to achieve excellent academic results and develop the skills and confidence needed for higher education and beyond.
Responsibilities
- Plan, prepare and deliver high-quality lessons in Sociology up to A Level standard.
- Design and implement assessment strategies that promote learner progress and attainment.
- Provide constructive feedback, monitor student performance, and maintain accurate records.
- Contribute to course planning, curriculum development, and internal moderation processes.
- Support and guide students in developing independent learning and critical thinking skills.
- Engage actively in departmental meetings, standardisation activities, and staff development.
- Foster a positive, inclusive and motivating learning environment for all students.
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About You
You will:
- Hold a degree in Sociology or a closely related discipline.
- Have proven teaching experience up to Level 3, including A Level.
- Demonstrate strong communication and interpersonal skills to inspire and engage 16–19-year-old learners.
- Be committed to continuous improvement and professional growth.
- (If not yet qualified) be willing to work towards the Level 5 teaching qualification, which the College will fully support you with.
This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to one of the UK’s highest-performing Sixth Forms and to genuinely influence student success.
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We are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. You will have a safeguarding responsibility if appointed.
The successful candidate will be subject to enhanced clearance through the Disclosure and Barring Service and employment will be subject to references.
This post is not exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.
To apply for this opportunity, send your detailed CV to Clarus Education now to be considered. We will be contacting those shortlisted within 48 hours of an application.
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