Course Leader for A Level Classical Civilisation (0.8 Maternity cover)
| Posting date: | 28 February 2026 |
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| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 13 March 2026 |
| Location: | Leyland, Lancashire, PR25 3FQ |
| Company: | Vacancy Filler |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | FEB20265245 |
Summary
COURSE LEADER FOR A LEVEL CLASSICAL CIVILISATION (0.8 MATERNITY POST) - REF 260282Up to £41,353 p.a. (FTE £51,691 p.a.), plus Band 2 - up to £2,453 p.a. for CIT Leader post29.6 hours per weekWe offer a competitive benefits package, including up to £11,860 per annum (FTE £14,825 per annum) in employer pension contributionsRunshaw College is one of the most successful colleges in the country, renowned locally and nationally for our outstanding results, a friendly and supportive culture, and a focus on putting the student at the heart of all we do.We value our staff and students highly, and invest heavily in their development, support and wellbeing. Situated in Leyland, Lancashire, the College is near the M6, M61 and M65 and within commuting distance of Manchester, Liverpool and the Lake District.We are seeking an outstanding Course Leader to join the A Level Classical Civilisation team within the School of English, Languages and Classics. The Classics department is nationally recognised, having received teaching awards from both the Classical Association and Classics for All, and also runs the Southport and Birkdale branch of the Classical Association.The successful candidate will lead and teach across our A Level Classical Civilisation programme, including World of the Hero (The Odyssey and The Aeneid), Imperial Image and Greek Religion. Imperial Image will be delivered for the first time from September 2026 and therefore experience of teaching this module, or the ability to plan and design the unit, would be desirable but is not essential. The post holder will have a degree in a relevant subject area and a proven track record of delivering Classical Civilisation or related subjects to a high standard at KS5. They will be able to design and deliver creative and impactful lessons and take a student-centred approach to learning.This post is fixed term until 9<sup>th</sup> July 2027Closing date is 12 noon, Friday 13<sup>th</sup> March 2026For further information and to apply, please visit www.runshaw.ac.uk/work-at-runshaw/current-vacancies and click on Vacancies. Alternatively, email HR@runshaw.ac.uk or call 01772 642004, quoting the vacancy reference number.Runshaw College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the health, safety and welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We value diversity and welcome applications from all sections of the community, particularly people with protected characteristics.