Teacher of Sociology
Itchen College
Southampton
- Expired
- Salary:
- Sixth Form Teacher Pay Scale (£30,500 - £47,133)
- Job type:
- Part Time, Maternity Cover
- Start date:
- Tuesday 22nd April
- Apply by:
- 7 February 2025
Job overview
We are looking to recruit a talented and enthusiastic person to join our highly successful and inclusive Sixth Form College. The successful candidate will be a committed, inspirational and dynamic individual with a passion for teaching.
Contract: Part-Time (0.6) Maternity Cover (1 Year contract)
Sociology is part of our Faculty for Science, Social Science and Care. The college offers a wide range of courses in this area including A-level Sociology and Psychology, T levels in Health and Early Years, Level 1 and 2 provision and Access to HE. The faculty has dedicated teaching and specialist spaces including a nursery environment and mock hospital ward. The faculty also supports a range of extra-curricular activity to enrich the taught curriculum.
Itchen College is a thriving Sixth Form College with a broad curriculum offer to meet the needs of the local community. The college is situated in pleasant surroundings to the east of Southampton with excellent local transport links. Ofsted inspected the college in September 2024, grading overall provision as Outstanding with Outstanding Quality of Education, Outstanding Behaviour and Attitudes, Outstanding Leadership and Management, Outstanding Education Programmes for Young People and Outstanding Provision for Learners with High Needs.
The college is committed to supporting staff wellbeing and professional development. The college has an excellent in house CPD programme for all teaching and support staff including a dedicated programme for Early Career Teachers. The college also has close links with the Southampton Education Forum, the Wessex Group and the SFCA, including subject groups and CPD opportunities at all levels. The college offers a wide range of benefits for staff, including free parking, an onsite nursery, TPS pensions, an Employee Assistance Programme and free use of the college gym.
We welcome applications from ECTs and experienced teachers from Sixth Form Colleges, Schools and FE Colleges.
For more information and to apply, please visit www.itchen.ac.uk
Closing date: Friday 7th February 2025
Interview date: w/c 10th February 2025
CVs will not be accepted as an alternative form of application. Please submit your application as soon as possible as we may invite candidates to interview before the closing date.
Itchen Sixth Form College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.
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About Itchen College
Itchen Sixth Form College is a dynamic and inclusive educational institution located in Southampton, renowned for its commitment to academic excellence, personal development, and community engagement. Offering a diverse range of A-Level, vocational, and enrichment programs, the college provides a supportive environment where students are empowered to achieve their full potential. With state-of-the-art facilities, expert teaching staff, and a welcoming atmosphere, Itchen Sixth Form College is dedicated to preparing learners for successful futures in higher education, apprenticeships, and careers. Whether you're a student seeking to thrive or a professional passionate about education, Itchen is the perfect place to grow and succeed.
Our Vision and Values
At Itchen Sixth Form College, our vision is to inspire and empower every student to achieve their fullest potential, preparing them for a bright and successful future. We strive to be a centre of excellence in education, fostering a culture of innovation, inclusivity, and resilience.
Our core values guide everything we do:
- Excellence: We are committed to high standards in teaching, learning, and personal development, ensuring every student achieves their best.
- Inclusivity: We celebrate diversity and promote equality, ensuring a welcoming and supportive environment for all.
- Respect: We cultivate mutual respect, understanding, and kindness among students, staff, and the wider community.
- Ambition: We encourage students to dream big, work hard, and embrace opportunities to excel.
- Community: We value collaboration, both within the college and with external partners, to enrich learning experiences and contribute positively to society.
Through these principles, Itchen Sixth Form College nurtures confident, skilled, and compassionate individuals ready to make a meaningful impact on the world.
Ofsted
In October 2024, Itchen Sixth Form College was awarded an 'Outstanding' rating by Ofsted for its overall effectiveness, a significant achievement following its previous 'Good' rating in November 2021.
Inspectors noted that students and adult learners share the high expectations consistently set by staff, leading to impeccable behaviour throughout their time at the college.
This rating is a testament to the dedication of our staff, the achievements of our students, and the strong support from parents and guardians. We’re proud to foster an inclusive, aspirational, and high-achieving environment.
This 'Outstanding' rating reflects Itchen Sixth Form College's unwavering commitment to providing exceptional education and support, ensuring that students are well-prepared for their future endeavours.
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