Subject Leader; A-Level Social Sciences

Clacton County High School; Tendring; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Cash Plan

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work

Discounted gym memberships

Cinema tickets

Blue Light Card

Job summary

Clacton County High School is seeking an enthusiastic Subject Leader in A-Level Social Sciences to lead KS5, focusing on Sociology and Government and Politics, and to inspire students with high expectations. You will plan, deliver and assess lessons using varied strategies, maintain high discipline, and collaborate with colleagues to develop engaging curriculum resources across the trust.

Based at Sigma Sixth College at the Tendring Education Centre, the role starts on 1 January 2027, with a

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) is required.
• Strong commitment to inclusion and safeguarding.
• Experience leading KS5 social sciences desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead Social Sciences at KS5 and teach Government and Politics.
• Plan deliver and assess lessons; raise student achievement.
• Collaborate with colleagues to develop curriculum and resources.
• Maintain high standards of discipline and promote positive behaviour.

Skills

Passion for teaching

Inclusion strategies

Safeguarding knowledge

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Job description

Join a Community that has High Expectations, Raises Aspirations and Transforms Lives at CCHS

Are you a compassionate and dedicated individual who believes in providing a first-class education to every student? Do you want to be part of an inclusive and nurturing community where everyone is empowered to succeed?

At CCHS, we are committed to investing in the best staff to provide first-class education in a happy, safe, and secure environment. By upholding high standards and clear expectations, we provide a stimulating learning environment where every member of our community feels supported. We are looking for a dedicated Subject Leader in A-Level Social Sciences to join our team and help us continue our mission of providing a broad and balanced curriculum that leads to outstanding learning and progress.

Clacton County High School is part of the Sigma Trust and works closely in collaboration with the other schools within our trust family. As a result, we are innovative and always learning from each other to ensure that we deliver an exciting and progressive educational experience for our students. We continually develop and adapt our curriculum offer, improve the facilities and encourage participation in extra-curricular activities to give our students a breadth of opportunities.

As a school, we are determined never to stand still and as a result of this commitment, we are seeking an enthusiastic member of staff to become part of our CCHS team. It is important that the successful candidate is a dedicated and inspirational teacher and a great role model to their students.

Our guiding principles of ‘Higher Expectations, Raising Aspirations, Transforming Lives’ for all students and ‘Discover Yourself, Define Your Future’ for the sixth form, together with our PROUD values, permeate throughout the school and reflects the passion and drive within all staff at CCHS and our sixth form college.

We would be delighted to welcome your application if you feel inspired to be part of the CCHS experience, and have a commitment to understanding who we are, what we value and the culture we are creating.

Whether you're an experienced professional or just starting your career, we offer a welcoming and dynamic community where you can truly make a difference.

This position will be based at Sigma Sixth College at the Tendring Education Centre.

Start date 1st January 2027.

A Day in the Life:

You'll be responsible for bringing your passion and expertise to the following areas:

• To be an effective professional who demonstrates thorough curriculum knowledge in Sociology and Government and Politics, that he/she can teach and assess effectively, take responsibility for professional development and raise student achievement in KS5.

• To Lead Social Sciences at KS5

• Plan and deliver lessons to students according to their educational needs, using a variety of strategies to engage and challenge them.

• Maintain high standards of discipline and promote positive behaviour.

• Collaborate with colleagues to develop curriculum plans and resources.

(The full details can be found in the attached Job Outline and Person Specification).

What We're Looking For:
You are the perfect fit for our team if you have:

• Qualified Teacher Status

• A passion for teaching

• A professional understanding of inclusion and strategies for engaging learners

• A commitment to safeguarding within a school setting

…. then CCHS is the school for the next step in your career.

Why Choose The Sigma Trust?
We believe in investing in our staff and fostering a culture of collaboration. We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive package designed to support your professional and personal life.

Professional Development:

• A robust CPD training program that empowers you to flourish.

• Unrivalled opportunities to collaborate with colleagues across the Trust, sharing ideas and building strong professional relationships.

Employee Benefits:

• A competitive salary and excellent pension scheme.

• A Health Cash Plan and Employee Assistance Programme for your well-being.

• Exclusive perks like the Cycle to Work scheme, discounted gym memberships, cinema tickets, and eligibility for a Blue Light Card.

Commitment to Safeguarding & Diversity

The Sigma Trust is committed to safeguarding and protecting the children and young people that we work with. As such, all posts are subject to safer recruitment processes, including the disclosure of criminal records, online checks and other vetting checks. We ensure that we have a range of policies in place which promote safeguarding and safer working practice across our schools.

The Sigma Trust is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of any protected characteristics. This is embedded in our vision ‘To Be Greater Than The Sum Of Its Parts’, where we believe we are strong and more successful working together, creating a workplace which celebrates diversity.

We are unable to provide sponsorship for this position, so please ensure you have the right to work in the UK before you apply.