Sociology Subject Leader

TimePlan Education; Greater London; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

TimePlan Education Group LTD is seeking a dedicated Sociology Subject Leader for a reputable Islington secondary school from January 2027. The role focuses on leading and developing the Sociology curriculum, maintaining high teaching standards and monitoring student progress to ensure excellent attainment.

You will inspire students and lead colleagues, contributing to school improvement and professional development within a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• QTS is required.
• Degree in Sociology or related subject and appropriate teaching qualifications.
• Experience teaching Sociology at secondary or sixth-form level, including GCSE/A Level preferred.
• Experience developing, planning and delivering an engaging Sociology curriculum.
• Ability to monitor student progress and raise attainment.
• Strong leadership, organisational and communication skills.
• Commitment to excellent teaching, learning and behaviour.
• Ability to use assessment data to inform planning and raise attainment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the Sociology department to deliver high-quality teaching.
• Monitor student progress and analyse examination results to improve outcomes.
• Develop teaching resources and share best practice with colleagues.
• Plan curriculum and ensure it is engaging and accessible to varied abilities.
• Collaborate with senior leaders to support school objectives.

Skills

Leadership

Subject knowledge

Communication

Behaviour management

Education

Degree in Sociology or related subject

QTS or equivalent

Secondary or sixth-form teaching experience

Job description

Sociology Subject Leader - Islington

Sociology Subject Leader | Islington | January 2027 Start | Outstanding Leadership Opportunity

A highly regarded secondary school in Islington is seeking an enthusiastic, knowledgeable and ambitious Sociology Subject Leader to join its team from January 2027. This is an exciting opportunity for a talented Sociology specialist to take on a key leadership role within a supportive and ambitious school where high expectations, academic achievement and student development are at the heart of everything they do.

The successful candidate will have excellent subject knowledge, a passion for Sociology and the ability to inspire students while driving high standards of teaching, learning and achievement.

The School

Located in the vibrant borough of Islington, this well-established secondary school is committed to providing an excellent education and creating a positive learning environment where every student is encouraged to achieve their full potential.

The school has high expectations for both students and staff and places a strong emphasis on professional development, collaboration and continuous improvement. Teachers are supported through ongoing training and opportunities to develop their teaching and leadership practice.

The school benefits from excellent transport links, making it easily accessible from across London and the surrounding areas.

Sociology Subject Leader

This is a fantastic opportunity for a dedicated Sociology specialist to lead and develop the subject, ensuring students receive high-quality teaching and achieve excellent academic outcomes.

The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering engaging Sociology lessons, developing the curriculum and promoting students' understanding of key sociological concepts, theories, research methods and contemporary social issues.

As Sociology Subject Leader, you will play a key role in monitoring student progress, analysing examination results and implementing strategies to raise attainment. You will support the development of teaching resources, share best practice with colleagues and ensure that the curriculum is engaging, challenging and accessible to students of varying abilities.

You will also contribute to departmental planning, maintain high standards of behaviour and work collaboratively with colleagues and senior leaders to support the school's wider educational objectives.

The school is looking for a confident and committed professional who can demonstrate strong subject knowledge, effective classroom practice and the ability to lead and motivate others.

The position would suit an experienced Sociology Teacher looking to progress into a subject leadership role, as well as an established subject leader seeking a new opportunity.

The role is available from January 2027, offering an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Sociology specialist to take the next step in their career within a supportive secondary school environment.

Sociology Subject Leader - Requirements

To be considered for this Sociology Subject Leader position, you will need:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• A relevant degree in Sociology or a related subject, alongside appropriate teaching qualifications.
• Strong subject knowledge and experience teaching Sociology at secondary school or sixth-form level, ideally including GCSE and/or A Level.
• Experience developing, planning and delivering an engaging Sociology curriculum.
• The ability to monitor student progress and implement strategies to improve academic outcomes.
• Strong leadership, organisational and communication skills.
• The ability to motivate students and support colleagues in achieving high standards.
• A commitment to excellent teaching, learning and behaviour.
• The ability to use assessment data effectively to inform planning and raise attainment.
• A passion for Sociology and for helping students develop critical thinking and analytical skills.
• Availability to commence the role in January 2027.

TimePlan Education Group LTD are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to complete Disclosure and Barring Service declarations in line with Section 115 of the Police Act 1997. You will also be required to provide two professional references covering at least the last two years and complete our online application, followed by a video or face-to-face interview.

TimePlan Education Group LTD is committed to being an Equal Opportunities Employer and will not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, ethnicity, disability or sexual orientation.