09th December, 2025
Job Title
Lecturer in Criminology (Level 3) — Full‑time, Permanent
Location
Leamington Spa
Salary
£30,000–£37,500 per annum (full‑time, 37 teaching hours per week)
Join a forward‑looking FE college in Warwickshire, committed to high standards of teaching and preparing students for real‑world success. They pride themselves on offering a supportive and inclusive environment, where staff development and student outcomes are equally valued.
The Role - As Lecturer in Criminology, you will:
- Deliver and teach WJEC Level 3 Criminology (and potentially some Sociology content) to further education students.
- Plan and prepare engaging lessons, learning materials and assessments appropriate for Level 3 learners.
- Monitor and assess student progress, provide feedback, and support students’ academic development.
- Conduct tutorials, support students’ personal development, career guidance and further‑education preparation.
- Collaborate with colleagues and contribute to departmental meetings, curriculum planning, and continuous improvement of teaching provision.
Who We Are Looking For
Essential: - Minimum Level 4 qualification (e.g. degree) in Criminology, Sociology or a closely related discipline.
- Teaching qualification, or willingness to obtain one.
- Strong subject knowledge in criminology, with the ability to make the subject accessible and engaging to Level 3 students.
- Clear communication skills, commitment to student success, and ability to support adult and further education learners.
Desirable (but not essential): - Prior experience teaching in Further Education and working with learners aged 16+.
- Experience teaching WJEC Level 3 Criminology.
We welcome applications from candidates with a degree in Criminology/Sociology and some teaching experience, even if not yet teacher qualified, as we encourage professional development and growth.
What We Offer - Competitive salary: £30,000–£37,500 per annum.
- Permanent, full‑time role with 37 teaching hours per week.
- A supportive working environment at a well‑regarded FE college in Warwickshire.
- Opportunity to make a real difference to students preparing for higher education or professional paths in criminology, sociology, social sciences or related fields.
- Ongoing professional development and colleague support.
As this role will start as soon as possible (target start date: 05/01/2026). We encourage you to apply early, applications may be considered on a rolling basis until an appointment is made.
Next Steps Once you've applied, one of our friendly Further Education consultants will give you a call to discuss this opportunity. The college will move quickly for the right applicant, and they have a simple and concise interview process. Think FE Ltd. are acting as an employment business for this position. Working for/with Think FE Ltd. is subject to agreement to our Terms and Conditions.
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