Part Time Variable Hours Tutor of Law Hours: Part-time variable Hourly rate : £26.51 (unqualified)* or £27.68 (qualified)* inclusive of holiday pay. Plus, membership of Teachers’ Pension Scheme. *the base hourly rate is £17.10 (unqualified) / £17.86 (qualified) per hour, plus payment for holiday and preparation and marking time, which gives an approximate hourly rate of £26.51 (unqualified) / £27.68 (qualified) per hour. About the role We are looking for an enthusiastic, knowledgeable, and forward-thinking Law tutor to join our experienced and supportive team as we introduce the brand-new Pearson T Level in Legal Services for first teaching in September 2026. There is the potential for this post to start in the summer term (May 2026) to support with planning and preparation of the qualification. This is a rare opportunity to shape a flagship qualification from the ground up, supported by a fully equipped moot court room, specialist colleagues, and a college committed to innovation in legal education. Alongside the T Level, you will also teach A Level Law (Year 1), helping students build the foundations of legal reasoning, case analysis, and understanding of the English legal system. As a T Level Legal Services tutor, you will teach across: The Core Component where you will guide students through the essential knowledge, concepts and skills that underpin modern legal services. Knowledge and understanding of the following is therefore essential: The business environment and how legal services support business activity Careers in the legal professions, regulation, professionalism and ethics Security, risk, and compliance within legal practice Fundamentals of law, including legal frameworks, case law, and legal principles Technology, data, and digital innovation in legal services Research skills, project management and effective communication Professional services and the role of legal support staff You will also teach across the Occupational Specialism of Crime, Criminal Justice and Social Welfare. Here you will support students to develop the specialist skills needed for threshold competence in roles such as paralegal or legal assistant within criminal, social welfare, and justice settings. This includes: Understanding criminal law, procedure, and the criminal justice system Supporting casework, client interaction, and evidence handling Applying legal knowledge to realistic, synoptic project tasks Working to professional standards and regulatory expectations As part of the delivery and support of A Level Law, knowledge and understanding of the following is also required: The English legal system Criminal law (offences, liability, case law) Tort law (negligence, duty of care, breach, damage) Legal reasoning and application skills If you would like to apply for this post please submit your application as soon as possible, as applications will be reviewed as they are received. About the Person The successful candidate will bring practical legal and business experience, whether from practice, teaching or academic research, to enrich student learning. You should be able to draw on real-world examples to make legal principles accessible and relevant, and demonstrate professionalism, integrity, and up-to-date knowledge of the legal landscape. About the College York College & University Centre is the largest further education college in the region, offering a comprehensive range of courses from Entry Level to degree level. We are committed to upholding our values of ambition, care, respect and success, and are dedicated to providing the highest standards of education and support to all our students and apprentices. We have approximately 4,200 school leavers, 1,200 apprentices, 2,000 adult students, and 400 higher-level students studying with us. With a vibrant working environment, excellent transport links to the city centre and surrounding area, plus on-site parking, you will find York College to be fulfilling and supportive place to work. As a member of College staff, you will have full use of the College facilities including free gym membership at the Athletic Suite, our state of the art gym. Please visit our website: www.yorkcollege.ac.uk Want to know more? For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Vicky Horton, Curriculum & Standards Manager: Humanities & MFL at vhorton@yorkcollege.ac.uk Important Notices See the attached document for Important Notices. Please note that we do not accept CV applications. We are deeply committed to diversity and inclusion and wish to have a diverse workforce. We positively welcome applicants from all under-represented groups, including minority ethnic groups and those with disabilities. We are proud to be affiliated to the Black Leadership Group (BLG). As an employer we are committed to promoting and protecting the physical and mental health and well-being of all our staff. York College has signed up to the ‘Mindful Employer’ charter for employers who are positive about mental health. We are also a certified Disability Confident Employer. Disability Confident is a government scheme designed to encourage employers to recruit and retain disabled people and those with health conditions. We welcome job applications from anyone who has the requisite skills, qualifications and experience. All applications are considered strictly on merit. Our aim is to appoint the best person for the job, regardless of race, gender, disability, sexual orientation, age or any other ‘protected’ characteristic. Please note also that we value the contribution of those who have served in the Armed Forces, and are signatories to the Armed Forces Covenant.