Teacher of Law
Proposed interview date: Monday 24th November
Optimistic – Equity – Kindness – Innovation – Collaboration
Please note that, in accordance with Further Education regulations, we are unable to accept CVs. Your application will be assessed solely based on the information provided in the application form. Kindly ensure that all relevant details are included within this document.
Derby College Group (DCG) are seeking a dedicated Teacher of Law to join our Academic Team at the Joseph Wright Centre, delivering both A Level Law and Applied Law courses. We deliver high-quality academic and vocational learning that empowers individuals and supports employers with the skilled workforce of tomorrow. If you’re committed to educational excellence and social mobility, we’d love to hear from you.
The Opportunity
You’ll play a key role in inspiring learners and helping them reach their full potential. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a forward-thinking college that values innovation, collaboration, and learner success.
For a full explanation of the roles and responsibilities, please click here.
About You
You’ll be a qualified and enthusiastic teacher with recent experience teaching A Level Law and BTEC Applied Law. A degree in a relevant subject is essential, along with a Level 5/6 teaching qualification (PGCE/CertEd), or a willingness to work towards one. Flexible, innovative, and learner-focused, you’ll be committed to delivering outstanding teaching and making a real impact.
For a full explanation of the Person Specification, please click here.
The Benefits
- Salary of £29,374 to £44,218 per annum pro rata
- 49 days holiday (inclusive of 8 bank holidays and 6 closure days where these occur) pro rata
- Membership of the Teacher’s Pension Scheme with a 28.68% employer contribution
- Discount at our Ofsted rated ‘Outstanding’ onsite Little Explorers Nursery
- TOTUM discount card (aka NUS/Student Discount Card) / discounted Tastecard
- Discounts on East Midlands Railway Annual Season Tickets
- Microsoft Office for FREE with 1TB of OneDrive cloud storage
- Discount on treatments at SENSI our onsite salon at the Roundhouse
- Flint Bishop Solicitors – free will writing, 1-hour free consultation with family department, 10% discount on Conveyancing services
- Continuous development and progression opportunities
- Free eye tests with Specsavers
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Cycle to Work Scheme
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace which promotes and values diversity. We welcome all talent irrespective of age, disability, neuro-divergence, sex, gender identity and gender expression, race, ethnicity, religion, belief, sexual orientation or other personal circumstances. We ensure that our policies and procedures treat all applicants consistently and fairly during our recruitment process.
If you have any questions about the recruitment process, reasonable adjustments, or about the role, please contact us at hrrecruitment@derby-college.ac.uk.
Safeguarding statement
DCG is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and all successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. An online search of the preferred candidate is also completed to help to identify any incidents or issues that have happened, and are publicly available online, which the college may need to explore with the candidate further. Please be advised that it is an offence to apply for this position if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.
If you require visa sponsorship
Please note that unfortunately, this role is ineligible for sponsorship under the UK Visas & Immigration points-based immigration system. Applications are welcome from candidates who do not currently have the right to work in the UK but would be eligible to obtain a valid visa via another route. Please consult the Home Office website for further information.
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