Teacher of Law

Specific Hours: 29.6 hours per week, 52 weeks per year

This is a maternity cover role, required to start as soon as possible and running until May 2027.

Proposed interview date: week commencing 20^th April

Optimistic – Equity – Kindness – Innovation – Collaboration

Kindly note that we do not accept CVs, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education requirements. All applications must be submitted via the link provided only.

Derby College Group (DCG) is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Teacher of Law to join our Academic Team at the Joseph Wright Centre, delivering both A Level Law and Applied Law programmes. This part‑time maternity cover position is required to start as soon as possible and will run until May 2027.

At DCG, we are proud to deliver high‑quality academic and vocational education that empowers individuals, strengthens communities, and supports employers with a skilled workforce for the future. If you are passionate about educational excellence and committed to improving life chances through learning, we would be delighted to hear from you.

The Opportunity

You’ll play a vital role in motivating and empowering students, helping them build confidence and achieve their full potential. This is an exciting chance to join a forward‑thinking college where innovation, collaboration, and exceptional student experience are at the heart of everything we do. Your contribution will directly shape student success and support the continued growth of our thriving curriculum.

For a full explanation of the roles and responsibilities, please click here.

About You

You will be an enthusiastic and qualified teacher with recent experience delivering both A Level Law and BTEC Applied Law, supported by a strong track record of student achievement. You will also be confident in teaching modules across other areas of Law as required. A degree in a relevant subject is essential, along with a professional subject qualification at Level 4 or above. A Level 5/6 teaching qualification (PGCE/CertEd) is required. Flexible, innovative and student‑focused, you’ll be committed to delivering outstanding teaching and making a real impact on student outcomes.

For a full explanation of the Person Specification, please click here.

The Benefits

• Salary of £29,374 to £44,218 per annum pro rata
• 49 days holiday (inclusive of 8 bank holidays and 6 closure days where these occur) pro rata
• Membership of the Teacher’s Pension Scheme with a 28.68% employer contribution
• Discount at our Ofsted rated ‘Outstanding’ onsite Little Explorers Nursery
• TOTUM discount card (aka NUS/Student Discount Card) / discounted Tastecard
• Discounts on East Midlands Railway Annual Season Tickets
• Microsoft Office for FREE with 1TB of OneDrive cloud storage
• Discount on treatments at SENSI our onsite salon at the Roundhouse
• Flint Bishop Solicitors – free will writing, 1-hour free consultation with family department, 10% discount on Conveyancing services
• Continuous development and progression opportunities
• Free eye tests with Specsavers
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle to Work Scheme

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace which promotes and values diversity. We welcome all talent irrespective of age, disability, neuro-divergence, sex, gender identity and gender expression, race, ethnicity, religion, belief, sexual orientation or other personal circumstances. We ensure that our policies and procedures treat all applicants consistently and fairly during our recruitment process.

If you have any questions about the recruitment process, reasonable adjustments, or about the role, please contact us at hrrecruitment@derby-college.ac.uk.

Safeguarding statement

DCG is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and all successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.  An online search of the preferred candidate is also completed to help to identify any incidents or issues that have happened, and are publicly available online, which the college may need to explore with the candidate further. Please be advised that it is an offence to apply for this position if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.

If you require visa sponsorship

Please note that unfortunately, this role is ineligible for sponsorship under the UK Visas & Immigration points-based immigration system. Applications are welcome from candidates who do not currently have the right to work in the UK but would be eligible to obtain a valid visa via another route. Please consult the Home Office website for further information.

Recruitment Agencies - We have a PSL of trusted partners to assist us when required and do not acknowledge any speculative CVs or unsolicited candidate introductions from agencies not on this list.

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