Psychology / Sociology Teacher

EdEx – Education Recruitment; London; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading school in Southwark seeks a Psychology/Sociology Teacher committed to fostering a holistic learning environment. This full-time, permanent role offers competitive pay and emphasizes teacher wellbeing, allowing educators to focus on teaching rather than data. Ideal candidates will possess QTS and a strong academic background in psychology or sociology.

Benefits

1 hour extra PPA for classes over 25

Day in lieu for CPD days

Supportive school ethos

Qualifications

• Must hold QTS or be in the process of obtaining QTS.
• Hold a 1st class or 2:1 degree in a psychology/sociology related subject.
• Ability to plan lessons to meet national standards.

Responsibilities

• Teach Psychology and potentially Sociology to KS4 and KS5.
• Focus on teaching and learning without performance pressure.
• Engage in a supportive school environment with additional PPA time.

Skills

Communication

Planning

Patience

Education

1st class or 2:1 degree in psychology/sociology

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Psychology / Sociology Teacher | Holistic, Well Behaved School | Southwark

Are you a Psychology / Sociology Teacher looking for a well-behaved school who are focussed on teaching & learning instead of data and will ensure your wellbeing is a priority?

If so, a 'Good with Outstanding' school in Southwark is looking to take on a teacher of Psychology with the option to also teach Sociology. The role would be full-time and permanent from September 25, with no agency involvement after your start date.

The school itself is a high-performing school and have done so well since starting initiatives that focussed on improving working conditions for teachers. This includes providing 1 hour of extra PPA for every class that exceeds 25, centralising behaviour to ensure teachers aren't tied down to detentions, as well giving teachers a day in lieu for CPD days - to name a few.

Psychology / Sociology Teacher - The Role

• Teacher of Psychology (and Sociology should the successful candidate want)
• Permanent - Full time - Monday - Friday
• September 2025 Start
• MPS1 - UPS3 + TLR (Depending on experience)
• £38,766 - £60,092 + TLR opportunity
• TLR available for subject lead / pastoral TLRs also available
• Working in KS4 and KS5 only

Psychology / Sociology Teacher - The School

• Good With Outstanding Features - Ofsted
• Outstanding in areas of Leadership/management and Behaviour
• Holistic, supportive ethos - ensuring students and teachers develop according to their own interests
• Driven by teaching and learning, not performance and data
• Located in Southwark - 5 minute walk to tube stop
• Modern building, Apple Technology Suites

Psychology / Sociology Teacher - The Candidate

• Must hold QTS or be in the process of obtaining QTS
• Hold a 1st class or 2:1 degree in a psychology/sociology related subject
• Ability to plan lessons to meet the national standards for teaching
• Confident, personable, fun loving
• Patient and strong communicator
• ECTs and experienced teachers encouraged!

If you are a Psychology / Sociology Teacher looking for a school who will provide you the autonomy to focus on only teaching and learning - this is the role for you!

Apply by submitting your CV and if shortlisted you will hear back from your dedicated consultant within 24 hours!

Psychology / Sociology Teacher | Holistic, Well Behaved School | Southwark

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