Teacher of Criminology & Law

Overview

Teacher of Criminology & Law - Permanent Opportunity

Location: Chichester Area

Start Date: September 2026

Salary: £31,650 to £49,084 per annum

Contract: Full-Time, Permanent

Are you a subject specialist ready to join one of the leading sixth-form providers in the country? Randstad Education is proud to represent a premier state college in West Sussex, renowned for its academic excellence and professional, collegiate ethos.

With over 2,750 students aged 16-19, this college offers an attractive, well-resourced campus and an ambitious plan for growth. If you are looking for an environment where high-quality teaching and learning can truly flourish, this is the role for you.

The Role

We are seeking a well-qualified specialist to join a proactive and highly supportive team. You will be instrumental in delivering key social science and legal curricula.

• Dual Subject Delivery: Contribute to the successful delivery of the WJEC Criminology Diploma and OCR Law A Level.
• Collaborative Development: Work within a team of specialists to develop innovative resources and pedagogical techniques.
• Academic Excellence: Join a college with a consistent record of high achievement; in 2025, the A Level high-grade rate (A-B ) was an impressive 61%.
• Growth & Ambition: Play a part in the college's ongoing expansion and its mission to remain the top state A Level provider in the region.

What You Need to Succeed

• Subject Expertise: A strong academic background and teaching qualification in Criminology, Law, or a closely related field.
• Specialist Knowledge: Familiarity with WJEC and OCR specifications is highly desirable.
• Professionalism: A commitment to a collegiate ethos, working effectively with both staff and a diverse body of young people.
• Inclusivity: A dedication to maintaining a supportive and inclusive learning environment.

Why Join This College?

• Competitive SFCA Salary: A structured pay scale ranging from £31,650 to £49,084.
• Excellent Resources: Modern classrooms and a campus designed to inspire 16-19-year-olds.
• Strong Community: A collegiate atmosphere with students from both partner schools and the independent sector.
• Professional Growth: Opportunities to be involved in a department that is collaboratively developing the future of Criminology and Law education.

Diversity and Inclusion

Our partner college embraces equality and diversity in its working and learning environment. We particularly encourage applications from Minority Ethnic backgrounds, as these groups are currently under-represented within the college staff. Currently, approximately 15% of the West Sussex population identifies as being from a Minority Ethnic background, and the college is committed to reflecting this diversity within its professional team.

Key Dates

• Interviews: Week commencing 13th April 2026

Safeguarding

Randstad Education and the college are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people. All successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, and relevant employment checks.

experience

Teaching

skills

121 teaching experience,ability to communicate with parents,ability to work well under pressure,able to inspire,be a role model,building rapport with children,career driven,communication,effective discipline,empathy,engaging,excellent time management,FMS experience,good behaviour management skills,good classroom management,good communication skills,good sense of humour,high expectations,keen to contribute to the life of the school,key stage 3 experience,key stage 4 experience,key stage 5 experience,knowledge of A-level specification,knowledge of curriculum,knowledge of GCSE specification,knowledge of subject,motivated,partake in extra curricular activities,passion for education,SEN experience,set clear objectives,SIMS experience,sixth form experience,teaching assistant experience,team player,work well autonomously,years 7-11 experience

qualifications

BA Hons (QTS),BEd,BSc Hons (QTS),PGCE,PGCE,PGDE (Scotland),QTLS,QTS,Schools direct,SCITT

education

high school,college,university