Social Sciences Teacher

TRADEWIND RECRUITMENT; Swindon; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Social Sciences Teacher for a well-regarded secondary school in Swindon, starting September 2025. This role offers competitive pay, flexible working options, and a supportive environment focused on professional development.

Benefits

Access to over 2,500 free CPD courses

Flexible work options

Supportive agency culture

Regular social events and networking opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience teaching Social Sciences at GCSE and/or A-Level.
• Passionate about promoting critical thinking and independent learning.

Responsibilities

• Teach Sociology, Psychology, and/or Health & Social Care.
• Engage well with students from diverse backgrounds.

Skills

Critical Thinking

Classroom Management

Independent Learning

Education

QTS or equivalent teaching qualification

Job description

Social Sciences Teacher - Swindon

Full-Time or Part-Time | September 2025 Start

Ofsted 'Good' Secondary School

Pay to Scale | Daily Rate from £150+ (Depending on Experience)

Are you an inspiring Social Sciences teacher ready for a new challenge this September? Tradewind Recruitment is working in partnership with an established and well-regarded Ofsted-rated 'Good' secondary school in Swindon, looking to appoint a Social Sciences Teacher for the 2025-2026 academic year.

This is a long-term temporary role starting in September 2025, running until July 2026, with the potential to become permanent for the right candidate. The school welcomes applications from both experienced teachers and ECTs, and is open to full-time or part-time (3-4 days per week) working patterns.

Key Role Details:

• Start Date: September 2025
• Contract Type: Long-term (with permanent potential)
• Location: Swindon
• Subjects: Sociology, Psychology, and/or Health & Social Care (KS4/KS5 depending on experience)
• Pay: From £150/day (ECT), scaled based on experience
• Schedule: Full-time preferred, part-time considered

About the School:

• Ofsted-rated 'Good' secondary school with a strong Sixth Form
• Supportive SLT and welcoming staff culture
• Commitment to CPD and internal career development
• Accessible location with on-site parking and public transport links

Ideal Candidate Will:

• Hold QTS or equivalent teaching qualification (or be a qualified FE lecturer with school experience)
• Have experience teaching Social Sciences at GCSE and/or A-Level
• Be passionate about promoting critical thinking and independent learning
• Bring strong subject knowledge and classroom management skills
• Be committed to safeguarding and inclusive education
• Engage well with students from a range of backgrounds

Why Work with Tradewind?

• Competitive pay, always aligned with your experience
• Access to over 2,500 free CPD courses via The National College
• Flexible work options tailored to your availability
• A supportive, people-first agency - proudly a Sunday Times Top 100 Employer
• Regular social events and networking opportunities

Apply now! Click 'Apply now' to be considered for this exciting Social Sciences Teacher opportunity in Swindon for September 2025, or get in touch with Michelle at [contact details] or call [phone number] for more information.

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