Lecturer in A Level Social Sciences (Criminology & Sociology)

Lecturer in A Level Social Sciences (Criminology & Sociology)

36 hours per week, 52 weeks per year

£32,732 - £39,096 per annum

The Social Sciences are a well-established and growing area at Paston College with a good history of achievement and success. The successful applicant would be expected to take lead in the planning, delivery and assessment of the Criminology Diploma as well as Sociology A level delivery. The social sciences are our most popular subjects in terms of student numbers with almost a third of all A level students studying Criminology alone. The successful candidate would be part of a very supportive and collaborative team of Psychology and social science staff. Students can combine these subjects with any of our other 26 subjects creating a broad and varied student body.

Participating in promotional events such as open evenings and taster days and liaising with stakeholders, including parent evenings are also key functions of the role. 

As part of City College Norwich, Paston College is one of the largest providers of A Levels for Norfolk Students. With a highly aspirational, yet mature and relaxed environment, Paston College has a reputation for providing our young people with the highest standards of education and support. Excellent facilities, pastoral support and outstanding careers/UCAS guidance. We offer a fantastic sixth form experience for our student and teachers alike.

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Closing date: Sunday 17 November 2025 at Midnight

As a College we are required to undertake various Safer Recruitment checks as set out within the guidance from the Department for Education Keeping Child Safe in Education. We require all staff to undertake an enhanced Adult and Child Workforce DBS Check and to register with the DBS Update Service. Please note: From 28 November 2020 the government implemented changes to the filtering rules, and we have been instructed that we cannot accept any update service checks on DBS certificates that have been issued before this date. Therefore, a new one must be completed with City College Norwich.