Teacher of Criminology

St Mary's College Voluntary Catholic Academy, Hull, HU6 7TN

15 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  January 2027

• Closing date

  30 September 2026 at 4pm

• Date listed

  15 September 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher or lecturer
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Fixed term
• Full time equivalent salary: MPR / UPR
• Additional allowances:

  MPR / UPR

Teacher of Criminology job summary

We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Teacher of Criminology (Maternity Cover) to join our Key Stage 5 provision. This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic teacher to join our successful and supportive Sixth Form team. Criminology is a popular and well-established subject at SM6, with students who are keen to explore crime, justice and contemporary society. The role offers an excellent opportunity to teach at Key Stage 5 within an ambitious, student centred sixth form with a strong commitment to exceptional outcomes.

The successful candidate will:

Deliver engaging, challenging and purposeful teaching across the WJEC Level 3 Criminology specification at Key Stage 5

Inspire students through relevant and thought-provoking application of criminological theory to crime, justice and contemporary society

Monitor student progress closely and contribute to effective intervention and support strategies that promote strong outcomes

Work collaboratively with colleagues to refine and enhance curriculum planning, resources and delivery within a supportive and ambitious team

Provide effective preparation for both the controlled assessment and external examination components of the qualification, ensuring students understand the demands of assessment and are equipped to achieve their potential

Maintain high expectations for student engagement, independent study and academic progress

Support students in making ambitious and well-informed choices about their future, including progression to higher education, degree apprenticeships and careers related to criminology, law, policing, psychology, social sciences and the wider criminal justice sector

Contribute positively to the wider life and culture of the Sixth Form, supporting our commitment to exceptional outcomes, personal development and pastoral care

The ideal candidate should:

Be an effective classroom practitioner with a track record of securing positive student outcomes

Have experience of teaching at Key Stage 5, or the ability to teach confidently at this level

Be passionate about inspiring students through contemporary issues in crime, justice and society

Be committed to delivering high quality post 16 education with high expectations for all learners

Be skilled in using assessment to monitor progress and inform teaching

Be enthusiastic, reflective and committed to ongoing professional development

Be keen to contribute to the continued success of a high performing school and sixth form

Have strong subject knowledge in Criminology, Law, Sociology, Psychology or a related discipline

Why Join Us?

At St Mary’s College you will join a dedicated and ambitious staff team committed to delivering an exceptional educational experience for every student where nothing is left to chance and no child is left behind. We offer:

A supportive and collaborative working environment

Strong behaviour systems which create excellent conditions for learning

Significant investment in professional development

If you would like any further information, please contact Patricia Lewis on plewis@smchull.org to arrange a phone call or visit to our school.

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

The Trust is an equal opportunities employer.

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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.

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Commitment to safeguarding

St Mary’s College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About St Mary's College Voluntary Catholic Academy

• Organisation type: Academy, Roman Catholic, ages 11 to 18
• Education phase: Secondary school
• Size: 2485 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 18
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: St Mary's College Voluntary Catholic Academy website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/st-mary-s-college-voluntary-catholic-academy

St Mary's College continues to go from strength to strength, offering our students and the community we serve, top quality educational provision, outstanding facilities and a commitment to the highest of standards.

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