Psychology & Sociology Teacher

EdEx – Education Recruitment; City Of London; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency is seeking a Psychology & Sociology Teacher for a highly respected school in Wandsworth. This permanent position starts in January 2026, offering a chance to inspire students in a supportive environment known for its impressive results and career development opportunities. The ideal candidate will possess UK QTS and demonstrate strong subject knowledge along with a commitment to educational excellence.

Benefits

Paid wellbeing day

Early finish on Friday for professional development

Access to employee support scheme

Opportunities for flexible working

Access to quality online CPD

Free onsite Parking

Qualifications

• Must have UK QTS or be in the process of gaining.
• Strong academics across the board - Degree, A Levels and GCSEs.
• Must be meeting the 8 Teaching Standards to a 'Good or Outstanding' level.
• Strong Psychology & Sociology Teacher with good subject knowledge.
• Must be willing to listen to feedback.

Responsibilities

• Psychology & Sociology Teacher.
• Inspiring and motivating the younger generation.
• Working alongside a team of fantastic Music Teachers and HoD Music.
• January 2026 - Full Time & Permanent school-based contract.

Job description

Psychology & Sociology Teacher | Highly Respected School | Wandsworth

A 'Good' graded school in the heart of Wandsworth are looking for a compassionate, ambitious and well-rounded Psychology & Sociology Teacher for a January 2026 start. This is a permanent, school-based contract, not a supply or short-term position. There are potential TLR opportunities for ambitious or experienced Psychology & Sociology Teacher too!

We have worked with this Wandsworth secondary school for a couple of years, placing Teaching Assistants, Teachers and Back Office staff with them. They have a super low-turnover of staff and strong and supportive SLT, Charlie at EdEx can give you plenty of information on the school if you're interested!

Key highlights of this school & Psychology & Sociology Teacher vacancy:

• Entitlement to a paid wellbeing day
• Early finish on Friday for professional development and research
• Collaborative professional partnerships as part of a local Teaching Alliance
• Access to employee support scheme
• Opportunities for flexible working where possible
• Access to quality online CPD

The Head of Music is looking for an ambitious Psychology & Sociology Teacher with a hard-working attitude who can contribute to the running of the Music department with their ideas and own research. The school has around 1000 students and boasts incredible facilities, great career progression, CPD and excellent student behaviour. The school is renowned for their supportive SLT, and impressive Progress 8 results across all subjects and impressive KS5 results leading on to Oxbridge placements. This is an exciting time for a Psychology & Sociology Teacher join the school.

Does this sound like the Psychology & Sociology Teacher? If so, please read below to find out further information!

JOB DESCRIPTION - Psychology & Sociology Teacher

• Psychology & Sociology Teacher
• Inspiring and motivating the younger generation
• Working alongside a team of fantastic Music Teachers and HoD Music
• January 2026 - Full Time & Permanent school-based contract
• MPS1 - UPS3 Outer London + TLRs (Size dependent on experience)
• Located in the Borough of Wandsworth

PERSON SPECIFICATION - Psychology & Sociology Teacher

• Must have UK QTS or be in the process of gaining
• Strong academics across the board - Degree, A Levels and GCSEs
• Must be meeting the 8 Teaching Standards to a 'Good or Outstanding' level
• Strong Psychology & Sociology Teacher with good subject knowledge
• Must be willing to listen to feedback

SCHOOL DETAILS - Psychology & Sociology Teacher

• Graded 'Good' in latest Ofsted report
• Impressive Progress 8 results
• Modern & creative facilities throughout
• Impeccable behaviour throughout the school
• Plenty of additional support in class from graduate Teaching Assistants
• Effective PPA allocation to allow for a better work/life balance
• Touch screen Chromebooks with G Suite education embedded throughout
• Pension Scheme
• Employee benefits such as childcare salary sacrifice scheme and cycle scheme
• Free onsite Parking
• An enthusiastic Staff Association offering opportunities for staff sport and socialising

If you are interested in this Psychology & Sociology Teacher opportunity, interviews & lesson observations can be arranged immediately.

Apply for this Psychology & Sociology Teacher opportunity by sending your CV to Charlie at EdEx. You will be contacted within 12hrs if shortlisted.

Psychology & Sociology Teacher | Highly Respected School | Wandsworth