Teacher of Politics

We are looking to recruit an exceptional Teacher of Politics to join our outstanding sixth form team — where innovation, ambition, and student success powers everything we do. This is an incredible opportunity to make a profound difference working with a team of like-minded professionals. 

At Durham Sixth Form Centre, we don’t just deliver politics courses — we nurture tomorrow’s policymakers, diplomats, political analysts, and civic leaders. With a thriving sixth form and a national reputation for academic excellence, this is your opportunity to lead our students through the complexities of the Edexcel A Level specification and shape the future of political education in an outstanding setting.

What makes this role exciting?

• Deliver a dynamic Edexcel curriculum: Lead the exploration of UK Government and Politics, core Political Ideas, and Global Politics (or US Politics), ensuring students master the rigorous evaluative skills required by the Edexcel specification.
• Inspire informed citizens: Challenge highly motivated learners who are passionate about current affairs, social justice, and the mechanisms of power.
• Bridge theory and current events: Lead outstanding teaching that sits at the intersection of historical political theory and the rapidly evolving landscape of contemporary 21st-century politics.
• Strategic academic development: Take a lead role in refining our A Level delivery, ensuring our students are prepared for the demands of high-stakes examinations and the transition to elite universities.
• Champion political engagement: Be part of a Faculty that celebrates active debate, critical inquiry, and enrichment—from mock elections and debating societies to visits to the UK Parliament and engagement with local representatives.

We are looking for someone who:

• Is an outstanding A Level practitioner with a proven track record of securing excellent outcomes in Edexcel Politics (we also welcome applications from ambitious teachers ready for their first specialist post).
• Possesses deep subject expertise in UK and Global/US politics, with the ability to explain complex constitutional and ideological concepts with clarity and enthusiasm.
• Brings a passion for political discourse that motivates learners to engage with diverse viewpoints and develop their own evidence-based arguments.
• Is committed to collaborative, evidence-informed teaching, working within the Human Sciences Faculty to trial new strategies for essay-writing and evaluative thinking.
• Understands how to build student confidence, preparing them for high-level progression into Law, PPE, International Relations, and other competitive degree pathways.

Why choose us?

• Be a part of an Investors in People: Platinum [Employer of the Year 2025] organisation. 
• We are a flourishing high-performing sixth form where students achieve and exceed their potential.
• Be part of a team that’s ambitious, supportive, and driven by purpose.
• Benefit from personalised CPD, leadership coaching, and genuine career progression.

Join Durham Sixth Form Centre as a Teacher of Politics. Inspire the next generation of diplomats, political analysts, and legal professionals in a high-performing, outstanding sixth form. Lead our students through the rigours of the Edexcel A Level and empower them to engage with the complexities of the modern world. We are located in the heart of Durham, just 20 minutes from Sunderland and 30 minutes from Newcastle city centre.

APPLICATION FORM   

The Application Form should be completed in one of two ways: 

1. Using either the GoogleForm and submitting the completed Application Form.
2. Using our Word Document and emailing it to staffvacancies@durhamsixthformcentre.org.uk.

Both options are available on our website at www.durhamsixthformcentre.org.uk/vacancies/

LETTER OF APPLICATION

The supporting Letter of Application is a separate document and should be no more than 1,000 words. It should set out the particular strengths that you would bring to the post and how you feel you meet the criteria outlined in the job description and person specification. 

Please upload the Letter of Application with the GoogleForm above or alternatively email your Letter of Application with your Word Application Form to staffvacancies@durhamsixthformcentre.org.uk. 

CLOSING DATE: 10am, Monday 02 February 2026

Applications received after the closing date/time will not be considered.