Sociology Teacher - Secondary School - Bradford

Marchant Recruitment; Aberford; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Marchant Recruitment is seeking a dedicated Sociology Teacher for a Bradford secondary school. You will teach Sociology across GCSE and A-Level, stimulating critical thinking and informed debate.

The role focuses on tracking progress, planning schemes of work with colleagues, and delivering engaging lessons that develop analytical and evaluative skills. ASAP start, full-time, permanent.

Qualifications

• Sociology degree or equivalent required.
• QTS and strong GCSE/A-Level curriculum knowledge.
• Experience teaching Sociology at KS4 and KS5.
• Proven ability to develop analytical and evaluative thinking.

Responsibilities

• Teach Sociology across GCSE and A-Level.
• Assess student progress and provide feedback.
• Plan schemes of work with departmental colleagues.
• Support development of students' analytical skills.

Skills

Classroom management

Analytical skills

Evaluative skills

Communication skills

Education

Sociology degree

QTS

Job description

Sociology Teacher - Secondary School - Bradford

Are you a thoughtful and engaging Sociology Teacher who enjoys encouraging students to question the world around them? A Secondary School in Bradford is looking for a dedicated teacher who can combine strong subject knowledge with engaging classroom practice.

Sociology Teacher Role

Teaching Sociology across Key Stages 4 and 5

Bradford

ASAP Start

Full-time, Permanent

This position would suit a Sociology Teacher who enjoys creating lessons that encourage students to debate, evaluate different perspectives and develop well-supported arguments. You will teach Sociology at GCSE and A-Level, helping students develop the knowledge and examination skills required to achieve strong results.

You will cover the relevant areas of the curriculum and help students understand key sociological concepts, theories, research methods and contemporary issues. Lessons should encourage students to consider different viewpoints and apply sociological ideas to real-life situations.

Assessment and feedback will be an important part of the role. You will track student progress, identify gaps in understanding and provide clear guidance to help students improve their written responses.

The school is looking for someone who is organised, approachable and confident in the classroom. You will work closely with other members of the department to plan schemes of work, moderate assessments and share effective teaching strategies.

Sociology Teacher - School Information

This Secondary School in Bradford provides students with a supportive and purposeful learning environment. The school is committed to maintaining high expectations while ensuring that students have the guidance they need to succeed.

Teachers work collaboratively and are encouraged to contribute to departmental development. Professional development is taken seriously, with staff supported in developing their classroom practice and subject expertise.

Sociology is an engaging subject within the school's curriculum, providing students with opportunities to explore society, culture, identity, education, families and wider social issues.

Sociology Teacher - Experience and Qualifications

Sociology Degree or relevant degree

QTS

Experience teaching Sociology at KS4 and KS5

Strong knowledge of the GCSE and A-Level curriculum

Ability to develop students' analytical and evaluative skills

Strong classroom management

Commitment to high standards of teaching and learning

The salary for this Sociology Teacher position will be paid to scale on a contract to scale MPS/UPS.