Sociology Teacher

Supply Desk; Aylesbury; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Supply Desk is seeking a Sociology Teacher for a role in Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, starting January 2027. The position covers Key Stages 4 and 5, with a focus on developing students' understanding of society, culture, and social issues in a supportive department.

The role requires QTS, strong sociology knowledge, and excellent classroom management and communication skills. The school emphasizes high standards and professional development within a collaborative humanities team.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Experience teaching Sociology in a secondary school or sixth form.
• Strong subject knowledge and enthusiasm for the social sciences.
• Excellent classroom management and communication skills.
• A reflective practitioner committed to ongoing professional development.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging Sociology lessons across Key Stages 4 and 5.
• Encourage students to critically analyse social structures and theories.
• Plan and deliver well-structured lessons for diverse learners.
• Assess and monitor student progress using data to inform teaching.
• Create an inclusive classroom with high expectations for behaviour and achievement.
• Contribute to Sociology curriculum development within the Humanities department.
• Support enrichment activities, debates, and educational visits where appropriate.

Skills

QTS

Sociology

Classroom management

Communication skills

Professional development

Job description

Sociology Teacher

Location: Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire

Start Date: Janaury 2027

Contract: Full-time/Part-time (Temporary to Permanent)

Salary: £29344 £44919 (MPS/UPS)

A role with real impact A welcoming and ambitious secondary school in Aylesbury is seeking an enthusiastic Sociology Teacher to join its team from Janaury 2027. This is an exciting opportunity to inspire students to explore society, culture, identity, education, crime, and social inequality while developing critical thinking and analytical skills. You will be joining a supportive humanities department that values high-quality teaching, student achievement, and continuous professional development. The school is committed to helping every student succeed and provides staff with the resources and support needed to thrive in their careers.

What you'll be doing

• Deliver engaging Sociology lessons across Key Stages 4 and 5.
• Encourage students to critically analyse social structures, contemporary issues, and sociological theories.
• Plan and deliver well-structured lessons that challenge and support learners of all abilities.
• Assess and monitor student progress, using data effectively to inform teaching and improve outcomes.
• Create a positive, inclusive, and focused classroom environment with high expectations for behaviour and achievement.
• Contribute to the development of the Sociology curriculum and wider Humanities department initiatives.
• Support enrichment opportunities, debates, social research projects, and educational visits where appropriate.

What the school is looking for

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Experience teaching Sociology in a secondary school or sixth form setting.
• Strong subject knowledge and enthusiasm for the social sciences.
• The ability to engage, motivate, and inspire students of varying abilities.
• Excellent classroom management and communication skills.
• A reflective practitioner committed to ongoing professional development and raising standards.

Why consider this role?

• Supportive leadership team and collaborative staff culture.
• Opportunities for career progression and professional growth.
• A school focused on improving outcomes and promoting student engagement.
• The chance to make a meaningful impact on students' understanding of society and contemporary social issues.

For more information, contact Supply Desk on (phone number removed)

We offer a £100 referral fee for successful referrals of friends or colleagues who complete five or more shifts. Supply Desk is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and safer recruitment procedures. (AGY)