Teacher of Sociology

Rated "Outstanding" in every area, by Ofsted in November 2022, Woking College are proud to provide excellence in sixth form education.

"Staff feel proud to work at the College. They are exceptionally positive about the culture leaders have created. They describe leaders as visible, approachable and highly focussed on staff wellbeing. Leaders celebrate achievement frequently in staff forums which helps staff to feel recognised, highly valued and a member of the Woking College family."The Role

Inspiring and enthusiastic member of staff required with experience in teaching A Level Sociology. We are looking for a full-time member of staff with dynamism and passion for their subject. With a friendly, supportive team, and exceptional College facilities, this is an exciting time to join our growing College.

Applications from ECTs and Teachers in Schools and Sixth Form College sectors are welcome. A full mentoring programme is arranged to introduce all new staff to sixth form college systems and procedures and to support and encourage professional development. We are looking for an exceptional candidate to join the team, and inspire our students. We expect high performance from all our staff and candidates should demonstrate their ability and suitability to both the role and the culture of the College.

Social Sciences is a large and successful department which covers A Level Sociology, Vocational Health & Social Care and Vocational Children's Play, Learning and Development.

Exam results are very good with a 96% pass rate in Sociology and a 100 % pass rate in Health & Social and Child Development. Student go on to study at university, take up apprenticeships or go into the workplace. During their studies at College all students taking the Vocational Courses complete work experience organised by the careers department at Woking College.

Students are encouraged to extend their learning out of lesson time and the Department hosts a range of extracurricular activities including guest speakers and educational visits as well as short courses: for example, a recent short course on Autistic Spectrum Disorder which encouraged students to investigate academic research and explore realistic, ethical and practical outcomes.

The Department has high expectations of its students and is proactive in offering a range of support to ensure students meet their targets. These include study support workshops, one to one personalised support and an Easter revision conference.

The Department is based in a new purpose built teaching block completed in January 2023 offering 8 spacious classrooms and a dedicated student study space.

Start Date: Tuesday 27 August 2024

Salary: £32,895 to £48,355 pa, depending on experience (including fringe allowance).

To Apply: Please download the Application Pack and click the Apply Now button to access the Application Form via the College website.

CVs will not be accepted on their own. Applicants must have the Right to Work in the UK.

Please ensure education and employment history is completed fully, gaps in employment must be accounted for under the section entitled "Periods when not working". We would like to see your passion for the role and the College in your supporting statement, please use this opportunity to include personal skills, experience relevant to the post, and reasons why you feel you would be successful if this post.

We actively encourage interested applicants to visit the College to see how you could be part of our friendly College community. If you would like to do so, please contact Kirsty Crook via

Closing date: 9am, Monday 3 June However, please note that applications will be considered upon receipt, and interviews arranged accordingly.

Interviews: to be held shortly after the closing date

For further information, to have an initial discussion, or to return a completed Application Form, please contact: Kirsty Crook, Personnel Officer: Tel: Important information:

The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and successful applicants will be subject to Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks. The College is committed to equal opportunities.

The College encourages all candidates to be familiar with Section 1 of the DfE paper on "Keeping Children Safe in Education" September 2023 and the College's Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy. These documents can be found on the College's Staff Vacancies page, and Policies page.

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