Teacher of Law

Derby College Group

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 20th 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

Location: Derby

Salary: £29,374 : Non-qualified teacher ; qualified teacher £32,922 to £44,218 per annum pro rata

Hours: Part Time

Contract Type: Fixed-Term/Contract

Placed On: 23rd March 2026

Closes: 12th April 2026