Sociology Teacher | Secondary School In Manchester | January Start

Marchant Recruitment; Greater Manchester; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

TPS Pension

CPD

January onboarding

Job summary

Marchant Recruitment is seeking a dedicated Teacher of Sociology for a Manchester secondary school. You will plan and deliver Sociology lessons across GCSE and A-Level, guiding students through theory and core topics while supporting Sixth Form pathways.

With QTS and a sociology-related degree, you will track progress, prepare learners for exams, and contribute to the broader social sciences program in a collaborative department.

Qualifications

• QTS or equivalent teaching credential.
• Degree in Sociology, Social Policy, Criminology, or related social science discipline.
• Experience teaching GCSE and A-Level Sociology or strong placement record for ECTs.
• Knowledge of modern Sociology examination board specifications (AQA, OCR, Eduqas).

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver high-quality Sociology lessons across KS4 and KS5.
• Prepare students for national examinations with data-driven progress tracking and exam practice.
• Relate sociological concepts to real-world issues and local Manchester contexts.
• Track, assess, and report pupil progress; provide targeted interventions.
• Contribute to wider social sciences curriculum and Sixth Form university entry prep.

Skills

Classroom management

Engaging delivery

Sociology subject knowledge

Education

Sociology/Social science degree

Job description

Teacher of Sociology

Location: Manchester

School Type: Secondary School

Contract: Full-Time, Fixed-Term or Permanent

Start Date: January Start

A vibrant, forward-thinking secondary school and Sixth Form in Manchester is seeking an engaging, articulate, and dedicated Teacher of Sociology to join their dynamic Social Sciences department starting in January. This is a fantastic opportunity for a subject specialist, whether an experienced educator looking for a new challenge or an ambitious Early Career Teacher (ECT), to inspire critical thinking, societal awareness, and academic achievement across Key Stages 4 and 5.

About the Role

As a Teacher of Sociology, you will encourage students to critically examine contemporary society, social institutions, and cultural dynamics. Joining the team for the spring term, you will deliver structured, highly engaging lessons across GCSE Sociology and A-Level Sociology, guiding learners through key theoretical traditions (such as Functionalism, Marxism, Feminism, and Postmodernism) alongside core topics like Education, Crime and Deviance, Families and Households, and Research Methods.

• Start Date: January

• Environment: A welcoming Northwest secondary school recognized for its supportive community, diverse student body, and strong focus on post-16 pathways

• Culture: A collaborative and intellectually stimulating faculty with rich teaching resources, clear scheme-of-work frameworks, and supportive departmental leadership

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver high-quality, engaging Sociology lessons across Key Stage 4 (GCSE) and Key Stage 5 (A-Level) that build analytical rigor, methodological understanding, and structured essay skills.

• Prepare students effectively for national examinations through data-driven progress tracking, exam technique practice, and constructive feedback routines.

• Relate sociological concepts and theories to real-world national issues and local Manchester contexts, cultivating deep social awareness and debate in the classroom.

• Track, assess, and report on pupil progress, implementing targeted interventions to support struggling learners and challenge high achievers.

• Contribute positively to the wider social sciences curriculum, extracurricular debate clubs, and university entry preparation for Sixth Form students.

Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognized teaching credential.

• A degree in Sociology, Social Policy, Criminology, or a closely related Social Science discipline.

• Demonstrated capability or proven experience teaching GCSE and A-Level Sociology (or a strong placement record for ECTs).

• Solid understanding of modern Sociology examination board specifications (e.g., AQA, OCR, Eduqas).

• Excellent classroom management, engaging delivery skills, and a genuine passion for guiding young people through social research and discourse.

Salary & Benefits

• Pay Scale: Main / Upper Pay Scale (MPS/UPS, commensurate with experience).

• Teachers' Pension Scheme (TPS), comprehensive continuous professional development (CPD), structured onboarding for a smooth January transition, and employee wellbeing initiatives.