Teacher - History and Politics

Role

Teacher – History and Politics

The Bedford Sixth Form

Salary is between £33,048 and £38,169 per annum DOE and Qualifications, 45 days annual leave plus Bank holidays, Teacher’s Pension, Retail and Leisure Discounts, excellent professional and personal development opportunities, accessing college courses. Note – Salary and annual leave entitlement is for that of a Qualified Lecturer.

37 hours per week – 52 weeks per year

Permanent – Full Time

This is a UK based contract, and you are required to have the Right to Work in the UK. Unfortunately, we’re unable to offer sponsorship and any offer of employment will be subject to evidence of your Right to Work in the UK.

• Engaging Teaching & Learning Delivery – Deliver high‑quality, well‑planned lessons that develop students’ knowledge, skills and understanding while inspiring curiosity, enthusiasm and a love of learning.
• Assessment, Feedback & Progress Monitoring – Provide timely assessments, clear feedback and accurate progress recording to support student improvement, contributing to strong retention and success outcomes.
• Curriculum Development & Enrichment Activities – Play an active role in curriculum development and organise subject‑specific enrichment such as trips, visits and external speakers to enhance the Sixth Form experience.
• Communication, Reporting & Professional Engagement – Produce progress reports, attend parents’ evenings, maintain Health & Safety standards, participate in staff development and represent the Sixth Form at Open Evenings and events.
• College‑Wide Responsibilities & Compliance – Support cross‑campus activities including team meetings, s, invigilation and open days while upholding safeguarding, EDI, health & safety and engaging in continuous professional development.

• Qualifications & Teaching Credentials – Degree in a relevant subject, Certificate in Education (or equivalent), and GCSE‑level English and Maths, with current A‑Level teaching experience in a Sixth Form or FE environment.
• Subject Knowledge & Pedagogical Expertise – Up‑to‑date understanding of syllabus content, teaching methods and ILT, with a strong, proven track record of successful teaching and delivering outstanding learner experiences.
• Inclusive Practice, Values & Student Support – Demonstrates commitment to equality, diversity, safeguarding and Sixth Form values, creating a welcoming, supportive environment focused on student success and high expectations.
• Professional Skills, Communication & Teamwork – Excellent interpersonal, organisational and communication skills, able to work effectively in a team, build strong relationships, manage workload pressures and maintain strict confidentiality.
• Adaptability, Integrity & Continuous Development – Highly flexible, resilient and improvement‑driven, able to multitask, meet deadlines, uphold professional boundaries, travel across sites and commit to ongoing professional development.

For a more detailed breakdown of the job role and the requirements, please see the Job Description attached to this vacancy.

16 March 2026

• Valuing Teamwork – We are one team who by working together can achieve great things, respecting the opinion and valuing the contribution each of us makes.
• Improving Continuously – We challenge ourselves to always do better by trying new things, sharing knowledge, reflecting on practice and learning from others.
• Student Centred – At our heart is always doing what is best for our students. We consider students in all of our decision making to create positive outcomes and memorable experiences for every student.
• Inclusive – We celebrate differences and diversity, recognising that we can learn from each other.
• Open and Caring – We care about the wellbeing of our staff, our students, our community and wider society, creating an environment built on trust where we listen, engage with and support each other.
• Nurturing Education Excellence – We promote educational excellence by delivering programmes that challenge our students to achieve their ambitions.

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