Teacher of A level Politics (with a 2nd subject from Economics, Law or History)

The Sixth Form College, Colchester, Colchester
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Job Ref No. ECC8600-351S Position Type: Teacher Pay Range: Up to £49,725 p.a. (pro rata for part time)
Position Start Date: 26/08/2025 Contract Type: Full-time/Part-time Contract Term: Permanent
Application Close: 22/04/2025 Midday Date of Interviews: after closing date  

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We are looking to appoint an inspirational, enthusiastic and well-qualified Teacher of A level Politics (with a 2nd subject from Economics, Law or History), in the History Department of our Outstanding sixth form college. The ability and desire to teach more than one subject would be an advantage.

The post is open to new entrants to the profession as well as experienced teachers. A trainee would also be considered, commencing June 2025, with a requirement to undertake a locally based 2-year part time PGCE course from September 2025 alongside 'on the job' training with remission time being given.

This post is available from 26th August 2025

For full details and a College Application Form (which is required in all instances) please visit our website http://www.colchsfc.ac.uk

Information about the School

The Sixth Form College, Colchester is one of the largest and most successful 16-19 providers of general sixth form education in the country Our aim is to provide broad, high quality academic and general education programme Currently we have over 3000 full time students on roll and the importance of the development of each individual student is recognised. Operating as a young adult environment the College provides a bridge between the worlds of school and of higher education or employment. In September 2024 the Sixth Form College, Colchester and Long Road Sixth Form College, Cambridge merged and formed The Sixth Form Colleges Trust.

As a large and innovative college a great deal of emphasis is placed on career development and training for all staff with opportunities to gain further qualifications and enhanced skills. Support, guidance, and development are offered to meet particular career needs. We value diversity and we are an equal opportunities employer.

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.

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Contact Information

Human Resources Department
The Sixth Form College
North Hill, Colchester
Essex, CO1 1SN
Telephone: 01206 500744/5
Email: humanresources@colchsfc.ac.uk