Dynamic Social Sciences Teacher (Sociology & Psychology)

Marchant Recruitment; St Albans; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Marchant Recruitment is assisting a well-established school in St Albans to appoint a Social Sciences Teacher for a January start. The role will focus on Sociology and Psychology, with flexibility to teach across related subjects and key stages.

The successful candidate will plan engaging lessons, develop critical thinking and analytical writing, and contribute to safeguarding and inclusion within a collaborative department dedicated to high academic standards.

Qualifications

• A recognised teaching qualification, with QTS where required.
• Strong subject knowledge in Sociology, Psychology or related Social Science.
• Ability to plan effective lessons and adapt teaching to different learning needs.
• Excellent communication, organisation and classroom-management skills.
• Applications from experienced teachers and ECTs are welcome.
• Legal right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging Social Sciences lessons in line with the relevant curriculum specifications.
• Teach Sociology, Psychology or other relevant subjects according to experience and departmental requirements.
• Develop students' critical thinking, evaluation, research and essay-writing skills.
• Use assessment information to track progress and plan targeted interventions.
• Prepare students for examinations and support them in developing effective revision strategies.
• Contribute to shared planning, teaching resources and curriculum development.
• Maintain high standards of classroom behaviour, inclusion and safeguarding.

Skills

Sociology knowledge

Psychology knowledge

Lesson planning

Classroom management

Communication

Education

QTS (Qualified Teacher Status)

Job description

Marchant Recruitment is assisting a well-established school in St Albans to appoint a Social Sciences Teacher for a January start. The role will focus on Sociology and Psychology, with flexibility to teach across related subjects and key stages.

The successful candidate will plan engaging lessons, develop critical thinking and analytical writing, and contribute to safeguarding and inclusion within a collaborative department dedicated to high academic standards.