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Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for the above ful ltime teaching post, which offers an excellent opportunity to work in a large and strong Sociology department in this highly successful Sixth Form College. The College holds Good Ofsted status and also Beacon status - one of the first four Sixth Form Colleges in the country to be awarded the latter.

The post is open to new entrants to the profession (Trainees or NQT's) as well as experienced teachers. The College has a strong staff development programme and very good support arrangements for newly qualified, qualifying or trainee staff. The Department has a strong team working ethos, is very supportive and excellent schemes of work for all courses are in place. A departmental mentor will work with the appointee to support their development in their first year. There is also an excellent college wide support and development programme for all new staff.

The Sixth Form College, Colchester is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students. The successful applicant will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check.

To apply for this post please complete a College application form available from the job vacancies section of our website 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 3150 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.

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.