Teacher of Social Science - The Buckingham School

Buckinghamshire Council; Buckingham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading school in Buckingham is seeking a dedicated Teacher of Social Science to join their supportive team. The role involves teaching subjects such as Sociology, Psychology, and Criminology, with tailored support for both early-career and experienced teachers. The school offers excellent professional development opportunities and is committed to safeguarding students.

Qualifications

• Experience in teaching Sociology is essential.
• Experience in Criminology, Health and Social Care, and Psychology is desirable.
• ECTs and experienced staff are welcome.

Responsibilities

• Teach across various subjects including GCSE Sociology and A Level Psychology.
• Support student learning and development in Social Sciences.
• Participate in CPD and leadership opportunities.

Skills

Teaching Sociology

Teaching Psychology

Teaching Criminology

Teaching Health and Social Care

Job description

Teacher of Social Science - The Buckingham School

Location: Buckingham

Term time only

Salary Type: MPS/UPS

Contract type: Permanent

Hours: 32.5

Interviews to be held: On application / TBC. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early for a suitable candidate. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

About us

The Buckingham School is a caring and supportive school with excellent student ambassadors who display good behaviour and a positive attitude. Our motto is 'Success for All', aiming to provide students with life-changing opportunities through education. We are committed to continuous school improvement to achieve the best for every student.

We seek an outstanding classroom practitioner to work across the Social Sciences department, which includes a Curriculum Leader, an Assistant Curriculum Leader, and a full-time teacher of Social Science.

With increasing popularity at Level 2 and Level 3, the successful candidate will teach across subjects including:

• Level 2: Health and Social Care, GCSE Sociology, GCSE Psychology
• Level 3: Health and Social Care, Criminology, A Level Psychology, BTEC Psychology

Experience in teaching Sociology is essential; experience in Criminology, Health and Social Care, and Psychology is desirable. Timetabling and CPD are tailored to staff expertise to support broad subject teaching. Join a knowledgeable, supportive team with experienced examiners and postgraduate scholars. This role suits both ECTs and experienced staff.

The department values CPD and staff development, offering leadership opportunities and NPQ qualifications. Our outstanding ECT Programme provides dedicated support for early-career teachers.

About you

For more details, please see the Person Specification.

Other information

Access the full job description, application form, and self-declaration form on our website: www.buckinghamschool.org.

Send completed applications with contact details of two relevant referees (including your current employer) to Mr. Andy McGinnes, Headteacher.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students. All staff are expected to share this commitment and promote community cohesion, a healthy school environment, and young enterprise.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Applicants must declare:

• All unspent convictions and conditional cautions
• All spent convictions and adult cautions that are not protected under the Act

It is an offence to apply if barred from regulated activity relevant to children. Shortlisted applicants will need to complete a self-disclosure form before interview.