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Position Start Date: 01/02/2026 Contract Type: Full-time Contract Term: Permanent

Application Close: 15/01/2026 Midnight Date of Interviews: TBC

TO APPLY FOR THIS ROLE, PLEASE HEAD TO THE USP COLLEGE WEBSITE

Depending on experience and qualifications

Location: Cross Campus

Hours: 37 Hours per week, 52 weeks of the year

Contract Type: Permanent

Reference: SR2088

As a college, our focus is on Career-Focused Learning, ensuring that our learners' experiences and our connections with the community and employers are central of everything we do.

As a teacher at USP College, you'll embody enthusiasm and the ability to motivate students, providing an engaging and rewarding learning journey. If you're passionate about Sport & Uniformed Public Services and eager to guide young individuals towards their career goals, we're eager to support you.

At USP College we are committed to nurturing a top-tier workforce to facilitate our students to their full potential. Seeking innovative curriculum professionals who thrive in an environment fostering inspiration and growth for both staff and students.

Main Purpose of the Role:

• As a member of our teaching team, you will:
• Deliver outstanding teaching and learning across our Sports department, engaging students from Level 1 to Level 4.
• Support the academic and pastoral development of learners, ensuring they are ready to learn and thrive.
• Contribute to curriculum development, innovation, and the wider life of the College.
• Play an active role in fulfilling the College's mission:

"To provide a transformative education that empowers learners and serves our community and employers."

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and deliver engaging lessons in line with curriculum requirements.
• Monitor, assess, and report on student progress.
• Provide academic guidance and pastoral support to help every learner succeed.
• Make effective use of digital platforms (e.g. Teams, Google Classroom) and emerging tools such as AI to enhance student learning and feedback.
• Participate in curriculum development, open events, interviews, and student induction activities.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to share best practice and support continuous improvement.
• Uphold safeguarding, equality, diversity, and health and safety policies.

About You:

• Qualified to degree in relevant subject or similar
• An expert in their subject area, with a strong understanding of progression pathways and enrichment opportunities.
• Enthusiastic about teaching, with effective strategies to support learners at Levels 1-3 (and Level 4 where appropriate).
• Confident in using digital tools to engage learners and enhance teaching.
• Able to balance academic rigor with encouragement and support, motivating students to achieve their full potential.

Desirable (but not essential):

• A recognised teaching qualification (e.g. PGCE/Cert Ed).
• Professional or industry experience to enrich classroom teaching.
• Experience in curriculum development, course leadership, or employer engagement.

The right candidate will have:

• Ability to relate well to students and staff, balancing support and challenge to maximise achievement.
• Strong organisational and time management skills to meet deadlines in a dynamic environment.
• Creative and lateral thinking skills to promote campus growth and enhance learning experiences.
• Proven ability to resolve conflicts professionally and ensure student welfare.
• Commitment to safeguarding, equality, diversity, and inclusion in all aspects of the role.

Why choose us:

As a college, our strategy is to create a Career Focused, Digital Learning environment, ensuring that the learner experience and our relationship within our community, local and regional employers, are at the heart of everything we do. Providing a high achieving, focused learning environment allowing our students to achieve the grades they need for higher educations or the skills and aptitude required to secure a suitable role in their chosen career. Our college is set in the leafy suburbs of Essex, with easy access to surrounding areas and amenities, we are based in a well‑connected location both by road and rail.

What we offer:

• A college environment fully dedicated to developing every student to reach their full potential, irrespective of their ability.
• A dedicated and friendly team of professionals keen to develop and learn.
• A two year funded teaching course , providing the opportunity to complete a recognised post 16 teaching qualification
• A successful NQT support program.
• Free onsite parking.
• Onsite canteen & coffee shop.
• Cycle to work scheme
• Discounted gym membership.
• Electric Vehicle Scheme
• Hybrid Working available.
• Free Employee Assistance Programme available 24/7, 365 days offering legal & financial advice, as well as general support & guidance.

*subject to terms & conditions

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.