Course Leader of Law

Runshaw College, Runshaw College, Langdale Road, Leyland, Lancashire, PR25 3DQ

10 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  As soon as possible

• Closing date

  20 November 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  10 November 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher or lecturer
  • Leadership and management
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time: Full-time, Monday - Friday
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full time equivalent salary: Up to £51,691 p.a.
• Additional allowances:

  We offer a competitive benefits package, including up to £14,825 p.a. in employer pension contributions

What skills and experience we're looking for

COURSE LEADER OF LAW - REF 261124

Up to £51,691 p.a., plus Band 3 - 3,679 p.a.

We offer a competitive benefits package, including up to £14,825 per annum in employer pension contributions

The School of Social Science encompasses A Level Psychology, Law and Sociology and L3 Applied Diploma in Criminology and Vocational Social Sciences in Applied Psychology, Applied Law and Criminology.

We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Course Leader of Law to inspire students and build on the success of our Vocational BTEC Applied Law course. As part of the School of Social Science, you will deliver engaging, inclusive and high-quality teaching, supported by effective assessment and tailored support that help every student make progress and achieve their goals. You will lead a committed, supportive and student-focused teaching team, working collaboratively to develop teaching practice and drive continuous course improvement. The successful candidate will bring strong subject knowledge, excellent interpersonal and organisational skills, and a passion for helping students fulfil their potential.

Closing date is 12 noon, Friday 20th November 2026

For further information and to apply, please visit www.runshaw.ac.uk/the-college/jobs. Alternatively, email HR@runshaw.ac.uk or call 01772 642004, quoting the vacancy reference number.

What the college offers its staff

Runshaw College is one of the most successful colleges in the country, renowned locally and nationally for our outstanding results, friendly and supportive culture, and a focus on putting the student at the heart of all that we do.

We value our staff and students highly, and invest heavily in their development, support and wellbeing. Situated in Leyland, Lancashire, the College is near the M6, M61 and M65 and within commuting distance of Manchester, Liverpool and the Lake District.

Runshaw College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the health, safety and welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We value diversity and welcome applications from all sections of the community, particularly people with protected characteristics.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Applying for the job

Apply for the job by following the link below.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

Additional documents

If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.

CourseLeaderofLawJDPS (1).pdf - 1.5 MB (opens in new tab)

About Runshaw College

• Organisation type: FE College, ages 16 to 99
• Education phase: Sixth form or FE college
• Size: No information available
• Age range: 16 to 99
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Runshaw College website
• Email address: HR@runshaw.ac.uk
• Phone number: 01772642004
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/runshaw-college

Arranging a visit to Runshaw College

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email HR@runshaw.ac.uk.

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