Job Description

Job reference
REQ0001346
Date posted
09/06/2025
Application closing date
22/06/2025
Location
Bede Sixth College Billingham TS23 3HB
Salary
B1-P3- 26,124.51 - 44,588.43
Package
Permanent
Contractual hours
37
Basis
Full time
Job category/type
Teaching and Learning

Job description

Who we are?

Based in the Tees Valley, Bede Sixth Form College continues to go from strength to strength, our A Level pass rate is 99%. In our last Ofsted inspection, May 2022, we received Outstanding grades in Behaviour and Attitudes, Personal development, Leadership and Management and Education Programmes for Young People. We are an innovative and destination driven Sixth Form offering a wide range of both A level and vocational provision to the community.



Our teaching and learning strategy is research-informed and focused on the principles of cognitive science. We have invested significantly in professional development to ensure all our teachers are evidence-informed practitioners, continuously developing their own pedagogy to ensure the very best outcomes for our learners. Our teachers work alongside a team of Personal Progression Coordinators (PPCs) to ensure that our learners are supported holistically throughout their time at Bede.



We are part Education Training Collective (Etc.), which is of a group of colleges in the Tees Valley; Stockton Riverside College, Redcar and Cleveland College, Bede Sixth Form College, NETA Training and The Skills Academy. Our staff are skilled, high performing and committed to our learners and to the Group's vision, '

ONE Etc. - Fuelling ambition and driving success in a resurgent Teesside and beyond.

We are looking for candidates who share this commitment.

Job role

We are seeking a dynamic and enthusiastic Teacher of Law to join our growing Humanities department. This is an exciting opportunity to deliver both A level and Level 3 BTEC Law. The ability to teach similar specialisms such as Government and Politics would be desirable.



As a teacher at Bede Sixth Form College, you will be responsible for designing and delivering innovative and interactive lessons, providing high-quality support and feedback, and ensuring students maximise their potential. We have excellent relationships and work closely with local employers to provide both staff and students experience and training in the Legal industry.


The ideal candidate will be enthusiastic, professional, and a positive role model for both staff and students. They will be inspirational and have a keen interest in staying up to date with new teaching and learning developments.



The candidate should possess a degree in a related discipline and a recognised teaching qualification. We can offer the successful candidate the opportunity to work and develop within a supportive and motivated team committed to continuous improvement.

Schedule

We have a unique timetable at Bede Sixth Form designed with student and staff wellbeing in mind. Our lessons start from 10 am to 4 pm, and we deliver a maximum of two lessons a day.

Why Join Us?

We are proud that 91% of our staff tell us that Etc. is a Great Place to Work. At Etc. we reward and support our colleagues in many different ways, including remuneration, training and so much more - we've listed a few examples of what you can expect when you join our team:


Our unique 10am lesson start. Teachers Pension Scheme with 23.68% Employer Contribution Enhanced Occupational Sick Pay Scheme Enhanced Maternity, Paternity and Adoption Scheme Free on-site parking Career development opportunities for progression Comprehensive Health and Wellbeing programme Employee Assistance Programme (free counselling support for staff, available 24/7 365 days per year) Free gym memberships/discounted memberships (dependent on site) Staff Discounts Package- Save on your weekly shop with discounts and savings at a number of retailers including groceries, electronics, clothing, homeware and much more https://thanking-you.rewardgateway.co.uk/Authentication/Start Better Health at Work Scheme - Etc. has achieved the Continuing Excellence Better Health at Work award Wellbeing Days (in addition to annual leave) Discounted Hair and Beauty treatments available Bike2Work Scheme https://www.bike2workscheme.co.uk

If you believe you have the necessary skills, commitment and determination to succeed and would relish the opportunity to work with us, then we would LOVE to hear from you.



The closing date for receipt of completed applications is

midnight 22

nd

June 2025. Interviews are scheduled to take place 27

th

of June 2025.

Shortlisted candidates will be required to provide details of all unspent convictions and those that would not be filtered, prior to the date of the interview. Successful applicants will be required to undertake an enhanced disclosure by the DBS.



If you are unsure whether you need to disclose criminal information, you should seek legal advice or you may wish to contact Nacro or Unlock for impartial advice. There is more information on filtering and protected offences on the Ministry of Justice website. Nacro - https://www.nacro.org.uk/criminal-record-support-service/ or email helpline@nacro.org.uk or phone 0300 123 1999 Unlock - http://hub.unlock.org.uk/contact/ phone 01634 247350 text 07824 113848.



We are committed to being an inclusive and welcoming place to work, promoting equality of opportunity and access for all, irrespective of age, background, race, gender, religion, ability, disability or sexuality. We encourage applications from diverse candidates and make recruitment decisions based on skill and experience. We are a disability-confident committed employer.



Safeguarding is also priority for the group and we have key policies and systems which help to make the group a safe place for learners and staff. The purpose of these policies is to provide clear guidance regarding Safeguarding responsibilities throughout the group, including the Prevent Duty. To read more, please visit https://www.the-etc.ac.uk/policies/safeguarding/


note we do not accept CVs or late applications, no agencies please

All applications must be completed via our website

https://www.the-etc.ac.uk/join-our-team/