Secondary Sociology Teacher

Academics; Bebington; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Academics seeks a Sociology Teacher for flexible daily supply, short-term, and long-term roles across The Wirral. You will plan and deliver Sociology lessons for GCSE and A-Level, with opportunities to cover additional Humanities topics as needed.

The role emphasizes engaging delivery, critical analysis, and building student resilience for examinations while supporting a variety of secondary schools and sixth-form colleges in the region.

Qualifications

• UK QTS or QTLS with a degree in Sociology, Social Sciences, Criminology, or a related discipline.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Sociology lessons across GCSE (Key Stage 4) and A-Level (Key Stage 5).
• Provide flexible daily cover, planned absences, or long-term blocks across Wirral schools.
• Lead engaging debates and develop critical analysis of topics such as education, crime and deviance, families and households, and social stratification.
• Maintain high classroom standards and foster an inclusive, respectful learning environment.

Skills

Strong communication

Essay marking

Differentiation

Classroom management

Education

QTS (Qualified Teacher Status)

Degree in Sociology / Social Sciences

Job description

Secondary Sociology Teacher - The Wirral - September Start

Academics, a reputable education recruitment agency, is seeking an insightful, engaging, and passionate Secondary Sociology Teacher for flexible daily supply, short-term, and long-term opportunities at supportive secondary schools and sixth-form colleges across The Wirral.

Sociology challenges students to examine society, social structures, and human behavior critically. Schools and post-16 centres across the region are looking for dedicated educators who can bring sociological theories to life, lead stimulating debates, and prepare students for GCSE and A-Level examinations. Whether you are looking for a long-term departmental position or daily supply flexibility, we want to hear from you if you are ready to work as a Sociology Teacher in The Wirral this September.

Role Overview

• Deliver & Engage: Plan and deliver dynamic Sociology lessons across Key Stage 4 (GCSE) and Key Stage 5 (A-Level), with additional Humanities cover as needed.
• Flexibility: Step into Social Sciences departments across The Wirral for daily cover, planned absences, or long-term block placements.
• Critical Analysis: Inspire students to explore key sociological topics-including education, crime and deviance, families and households, and social stratification.
• Classroom Management: Maintain high academic standards and foster an inclusive environment where respectful debate and diverse perspectives are encouraged.

Requirements

• Qualifications: UK Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or QTLS with a degree in Sociology, Social Sciences, Criminology, or a related discipline.
• Subject Knowledge: Strong understanding of current GCSE and A-Level Sociology specifications (AQA, OCR, or Edexcel).
• Classroom Skills: Excellent communication, strong essay-marking capability, and effective differentiation strategies for mixed-ability groups.
• Compliance & Location: An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply) and the ability to commute around The Wirral.

Why Join Academics?

• Ultimate Flexibility: Select work patterns and schedules that suit your availability.
• Competitive Pay: Earn excellent daily rates paid weekly through a simple online timesheet system.
• Local Support: Access top-rated high schools and sixth forms across The Wirral with direct support from your local consultant.

Academics is committed to safeguarding children. All candidates must pass enhanced background checks.

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy