January Start: Dynamic Sociology Teacher

Marchant Recruitment; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Marchant Recruitment is seeking a Sociology Teacher for a January start at a Peterborough secondary school. You will teach Sociology across GCSE and A‑Level, delivering engaging lessons that explore families, education, social inequality and research methods.

The role requires planning a coherent programme of study, assessing understanding and providing constructive feedback to develop analytical writing and exam technique. ECTs and experienced teachers are welcome.

Qualifications

• A degree in Sociology or a closely related subject.
• QTS, PGCE or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
• Experience teaching Sociology at the relevant key stages, or suitable teaching placements for ECT applicants.
• Strong subject knowledge and the ability to teach sociological theory and research methods.
• Excellent communication, organisation and classroom management skills.
• Commitment to safeguarding and inclusive teaching.
• The legal right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver high-quality Sociology lessons in line with the school's curriculum and examination specifications.
• Teach the relevant key stages according to the timetable and the successful candidate's subject expertise.
• Explain sociological theories, concepts and research methods in an accessible and engaging way.
• Develop students' analytical writing, evaluation, essay structure and examination technique.
• Use current events and relevant examples to connect classroom learning with contemporary society.
• Assess classwork and examinations, providing clear feedback and targeted support.
• Differentiate teaching to meet the needs of pupils with varied abilities and learning requirements.
• Maintain high standards of behaviour, participation and academic progress.
• Contribute to departmental planning, resource development and wider school activities.

Skills

Strong subject knowledge

Excellent communication

Classroom management

Safeguarding commitment

Education

Degree in Sociology

QTS / PGCE or equivalent

Job description

Marchant Recruitment is seeking a Sociology Teacher for a January start at a Peterborough secondary school. You will teach Sociology across GCSE and A‑Level, delivering engaging lessons that explore families, education, social inequality and research methods.

The role requires planning a coherent programme of study, assessing understanding and providing constructive feedback to develop analytical writing and exam technique. ECTs and experienced teachers are welcome.