Social Science Teacher

Academics; Hemel Hempstead; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-regarded secondary school in Hemel Hempstead is seeking a passionate Social Science Teacher to join their team from September. This permanent full-time position may offer a 2nd in Department responsibility for the right candidate. The ideal applicant should have strong subject knowledge and a commitment to inclusive education. The school promotes a positive learning culture, focusing on student engagement and excellent exam outcomes. The role also includes excellent CPD opportunities and a collaborative staff environment.

Benefits

Excellent CPD and career development pathways

Supportive staff culture

Focus on staff wellbeing

Qualifications

• ECTs and experienced teachers welcome.
• Positive attitude towards fostering student development.
• Contribute to departmental development and innovation.

Responsibilities

• Teach subjects within the Social Science curriculum across KS4 and KS5.
• Contribute to strong exam outcomes and positive learning culture.
• Deliver engaging, student-centred lessons.

Skills

Strong subject knowledge

Passion for social sciences

Commitment to inclusive education

Ability to develop positive student relationships

Education

Qualified teacher of Social Science

Job description

Overview

Social Science Teacher

Location: Hemel Hempstead

Type: Permanent, Full‑Time

Additional Opportunity: Potential 2nd in Department responsibility for the right candidate

Are you an inspiring Social Science Teacher looking for the next step in your career? Our client, a well‑regarded secondary school in Hemel Hempstead, is seeking a passionate Social Science Teacher to join their successful department from September. This is a permanent position with the opportunity to take on 2nd in Department responsibilities for an ambitious candidate.

The Role

You will teach a range of subjects within the Social Science curriculum (e.g. Sociology, Psychology, Criminology-depending on your specialism) across KS4 and KS5, contributing to the department's strong exam outcomes and positive learning culture. The school is especially interested in teachers with a track record of delivering engaging, student‑centred lessons that support excellent progress.

What the School Offers

• A supportive, collaborative staff culture with strong leadership and a clear vision.
• Excellent CPD and career development pathways, including leadership coaching and funded training.
• Modern teaching facilities and well‑resourced Social Science rooms.
• A focus on staff wellbeing, including reasonable marking policies, protected PPA time, and an active wellbeing programme.
• Strong Sixth Form provision, offering teachers at KS5 a rewarding and academic environment.
• Opportunities for progression, including the potential to step into a 2nd in Department role.

Who We're Looking For

• A qualified teacher of Social Science (ECTs and experienced teachers welcome).
• Someone with strong subject knowledge and a passion for social sciences.
• A teacher committed to inclusive education and positive student relationships.
• Someone who can contribute to ongoing departmental development and innovation.