Lecturer in Forensic Psychology and Criminology [Ref: CC6514] in England

Pro rata of £27,785 - £43,325 per annum (i.e. £13,892.50 - £21,662.50). 18.5 hours per week, 52 weeks per year.

Are you an experienced and passionate Forensic Psychology or Criminology professional looking to help shape our students’ future careers in a fast‑growing industry? The STEM department are keen to recruit a highly effective and innovative Lecturer who can deliver on a brand new suite of Forensic qualifications at Level 3. We welcome applications for this exciting opportunity from qualified individuals and from candidates who are new to teaching and have relevant and applicable subject or industry experience in psychology, criminology or forensic investigation.

As our Lecturer in Forensic Psychology and Criminology, you will have a passion for teaching as well as an imaginative and creative approach in the classroom, with a focus on student learning. You will be able to deliver engaging and inspiring teaching, learning and assessment using up‑to‑date resources and have an ability to adapt teaching styles for the learners on this course. This post will suit someone with a strong background in psychology and criminology, as well as other forensic disciplines and research methods.

You will be joining the College’s STEM department at an exciting time. Our new multi‑million pound STEM facility opened in September 2025. Standing at four storeys, the new building is now home to a suite of modern teaching and interactive spaces including an array of modern science laboratories.

• Teachers Pension Scheme – the Group contributes 28.68% of your actual pensionable pay.
• 40 days annual leave, plus bank holidays and college closure days over the Christmas period which are not deducted from annual leave entitlement. Additionally, the opportunity to purchase up to 5 days of additional leave.
• Discount schemes – including discounts on shopping, restaurants, travel and onsite facilities such as our gym and First Steps Childcare nurseries (specific campuses only).
• Family‑friendly policies – including enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave (dependant on continuous service).
• Continuous professional development opportunities – including ‘back to industry’ days, the Learning & Skills Teacher Apprenticeship for unqualified teaching staff and access to a range of other courses and activities.
• And more – see the Staff Benefits booklet attached to this advert for further information about our fantastic range of benefits available to staff.

• Closing date: 27 April 2026.
• Interview date: 14 May 2026.

We are an equal opportunities employer. The Chichester College Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All posts are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check, which may include a check of the barred lists and any relevant overseas checks. It is an offence to apply for this role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. We vigorously pursue all references and safeguarding checks to ensure applicants are suitable to work with young people. As users of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the role.