Criminology Subject Lead

Criminology Subject Lead

Location: Woking, Surrey
Salary: Competitive, with TLR allowance
Contract: 0.6 (3 days per week) or Full-Time (including Humanities cover)
Start Date: September 2026

Are you an enthusiastic, innovative, and student-focused Criminology specialist ready to lead and develop a growing subject area? An exciting opportunity has arisen for a passionate educator to join a high-achieving secondary school in Woking as Criminology Subject Lead.

About the Role

This is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of a successful and popular Criminology provision at KS5 within a supportive and ambitious school environment. The successful candidate will lead the strategic development and delivery of Criminology, inspiring students through engaging and academically rigorous teaching.

The role is available on either a 0.6 basis (3 days per week) focused on Criminology, or as a full-time position with additional Humanities teaching responsibilities.

About the Department

• Successful and growing KS5 Criminology provision with strong student engagement
• Opportunity to shape and further develop the curriculum and enrichment opportunities
• Supportive Humanities faculty with a collaborative and forward-thinking approach
• Well-resourced classrooms and strong pastoral support for students

What We''re Looking For

• A qualified teacher with experience teaching Criminology and/or Humanities at secondary or post-16 level
• A passionate subject specialist with the ability to inspire and motivate students
• A proactive and organised leader with a clear vision for subject development
• A collaborative practitioner who values inclusion, creativity, and high standards
• Applications are welcome from experienced teachers or those returning to teaching after a career break

Why Join Us?

• Supportive leadership team and excellent professional development opportunities
• Access to outstanding facilities and resources
• Flexible leave of absence policy, pension scheme, and staff wellbeing benefits including an Employee Assistance Programme and discounts through My Staff Shop
• Generous salary scale above the national pay framework

How to Apply

To be considered for this Criminology Subject Lead position, apply with your CV now.

If you have any questions or would like to discuss the role further, please contact Louis Denison-Foster at Academics (Guildford).