Criminology and Uniformed Protective Services Teacher

Criminology and Uniformed Protective Services Teacher

£33,465 to £51,714 per annum for 1.0 fte

Maternity cover until June 2027 with the possibility of extension.

Are you passionate about teaching students and excited about shaping futures? Do you have a degree in Criminology, Uniformed Protective Services, or a closely related subject? Are you a qualified teacher, or currently training to be one? Do you thrive on helping young people meet, and exceed, their potential?

If you have answered yes to these questions, then we want to hear from you!

Blackpool Sixth is a first-class college specialising in 16–19 education, and we’re looking for an enthusiastic Criminology and Uniformed Protective Services Teacher to join our ambitious and supportive team on a full-time basis. While this role is to cover maternity leave, there may be opportunities for the contract to be extended.

This is a fantastic opportunity to teach motivated, engaged students across two exciting and relevant subjects that spark discussion, develop critical thinking, and connect learning to real-world careers. You’ll be joining a collaborative and forward-thinking team where ideas are shared, innovation is encouraged, and professional development is genuinely valued.

A day in your new role could see you:

• Designing and delivering engaging lessons across Criminology and Uniformed Protective Services that challenge, inspire, and stretch students
• Supporting learners to build subject knowledge, confidence, and a strong understanding of progression routes and future careers
• Working closely with colleagues to develop high-quality schemes of work and resources
• Taking part in departmental CPD to share best practice and continually refine your teaching
• Playing an active role in a college culture that puts students, inclusion, and high expectations at its heart

Ready to inspire the next generation of public service professionals and critical thinkers? Apply today!

Closing date: 3rd March 2026 at 9:00am

Interviews: 10th March 2026

Our people are extremely important to us and we are therefore delighted to provide the following benefits:

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• Cycle to work scheme for contracts over 12 months
• Free use of the college gym
• Education specific learning and development
• Free car parking
• Subsidised Costa Coffee on site and a wide range of catering outlets
• An in house People & Wellbeing site with loads of self-help guidance
• Access to wellbeing and counselling services for you and your family
• Wellbeing day with the full day off for all
• Long service awards recognising loyalty and dedication
• 15 hours of gifted TOIL (pro-rata) to use for flexibility throughout the year
• Family friendly policies to support our staff with parenting and caring responsibilities
• Be yourself; enjoy being part of a culture and community with different backgrounds, interests, faiths and lifestyles

We are an equal opportunities employer committed to a diverse and inclusive community. We do not tolerate discrimination and welcome applications from all backgrounds. We provide equal access, services, and care regardless of age, disability, gender, gender identity/expression/trans status, race, religion/belief, or sexual orientation.

We are committed to fostering a safe, respectful, and inclusive environment for everyone. This includes a zero-tolerance approach to sexual harassment of any kind. We believe that all individuals deserve to be treated with dignity and respect, and we are dedicated to creating a workplace and online community free from harassment, intimidation, and discrimination.

We encourage open communication, provide clear reporting mechanisms for misconduct, and conduct thorough investigations. We expect everyone interacting with us to uphold these standards.

All staff will be carefully selected using recruitment and selection procedures designed to emphasise the college’s commitment to safeguarding. All posts, including volunteers, are subject to enhanced DBS clearance. All shortlisted applicants will be asked to complete a self-declaration of any criminal record or information that will make them unsuitable to work with children. Any offer of employment may be withdrawn should any information come to light that has not been included in the self-declaration.

It is an offence to apply for a role if you are barred from regulated activity relevant to children, anyone caught doing so will be reported to the police immediately. Please note that we reserve the right to review your online presence in line with keeping children safe in education guidance.