Teacher - Criminology

Role: Teacher – Criminology

Location: The Bedford Sixth Form

Salary/Benefits: Salary is between £33,048 and £38,169 per annum, depending on experience and qualifications. Teacher’s Pension, Retail and Leisure Discounts, excellent professional and personal development opportunities, accessing college courses.
Note: Salary and annual leave entitlement is for that of a Qualified Lecturer.

Hours/Weeks: 30 hours per week

Contract Type: Fixed Term – Part Time – Fixed until 26 June 2026

This is a UK based contract, and you are required to have the Right to Work in the UK. Unfortunately, we’re unable to offer sponsorship and any offer of employment will be subject to evidence of your Right to Work in the UK.

We are currently seeking a Teacher in Criminology to join our Sixth Forms department at The Bedford College Group.

• Engaging Teaching & Learning Delivery – Plan, prepare and deliver high‑quality lessons that develop students’ knowledge, skills and understanding while motivating them to achieve their full potential.
• Assessment, Feedback & Progress Tracking – Provide timely assessments, clear feedback and accurate progress records to support improvement, contributing to strong retention and success outcomes.
• Curriculum Development & Enrichment – Take an active role in curriculum development and organise subject‑related enrichment such as trips, visits and external speakers to enhance the Sixth Form experience.
• Professional Duties & Communication – Participate in performance review and staff development, produce written reports, attend parents’ evenings, promote the Sixth Form at events and uphold departmental Health & Safety.
• College‑Wide Responsibilities & Compliance – Support cross‑college activities including s, invigilation and open days, while maintaining high standards of safeguarding, equality, diversity, inclusion and ongoing professional development.

• Qualifications & Teaching Credentials – Degree in a relevant subject, Certificate in Education (or equivalent), GCSE‑level English and Maths, with current experience teaching A‑Level in a Sixth Form or FE environment.
• Subject Knowledge & Pedagogical Expertise – Up‑to‑date understanding of syllabus content, teaching methods and ILT‑enhanced delivery, with a strong record of high‑quality teaching and successful learner outcomes.
• Inclusive, Supportive & Learner‑Centred Practice – Able to create a welcoming, supportive environment, promote equality and diversity, maintain high standards, and consistently deliver outstanding learning experiences.
• Professional Skills, Communication & Teamwork – Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, strong organisation, accuracy, adaptability and resilience, with the ability to work independently, collaboratively and with multiple stakeholders.
• Safeguarding, Values & Continuous Development – Committed to safeguarding, personal integrity, continuous professional development and working in line with TBCG values, with flexibility to work across locations and adapt to changing demands.

For a more detailed breakdown of the job role and the requirements, please see the Job Description attached to this vacancy.

Interviews to be held: TBC

• Valuing Teamwork – We are one team who by working together can achieve great things, respecting the opinion and valuing the contribution each of us makes.
• Improving Continuously – We challenge ourselves to always do better by trying new things, sharing knowledge, reflecting on practice and learning from others.
• Student Centred – At our heart is always doing what is best for our students. We consider students in all of our decision making to create positive outcomes and memorable experiences for every student.
• Inclusive – We celebrate differences and diversity, recognising that we can learn from each other.
• Open and Caring – We care about the wellbeing of our staff, our students, our community and wider society, creating an environment built on trust where we listen, engage with and support each other.
• Nurturing Education Excellence – We promote educational excellence by delivering programmes that challenge our students to achieve their ambitions.