Teacher of Social Sciences

LeighAcademiesTrust; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A renowned educational institution in the UK is seeking a passionate Teacher of Social Sciences to inspire students in Psychology, Sociology, and RE. The ideal candidate will have a proven record of excellent outcomes, the ability to foster collaborative relationships, and a commitment to student wellbeing. This permanent position offers a competitive salary based on experience, starting from Easter 2026. Join us in shaping the future of our students and fulfilling their potential in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Proven track record of excellent outcomes.
• Ability to build strong professional relationships.
• Capacity to motivate and inspire students and staff.

Responsibilities

• Ignite a love for Psychology, Sociology, and RE in students.
• Support the academic and pastoral guidance of students.
• Contribute to the academy's vision of inclusive education.

Skills

Excellent teaching

Collaborative skills

Motivation and inspiration

Energetic with a positive attitude

Impactful teaching

Commitment to wellbeing

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Are you a passionate and dynamic educator ready to inspire the next generation? Leigh Academy Bexley is seeking an enthusiastic and inspiring Teacher of Social Sciences to join our team from Easter 2026 (or earlier dependent on successful candidate's availability). This is your chance to ignite a love for the following subjects in our students :

Psychology

Sociology

RE

We’re keen to hear from you if you are :

An excellent teacher with a record of excellent outcomes.

Collaborative, building strong professional relationships.

Able to motivate and inspire students and staff to achieve their full potential.

Energetic and have a ‘can-do’ attitude.

Someone who has a measurable impact as an individual teacher and throughout the school.

Committed to the happiness and wellbeing of everyone at the school.

This is a permanent opportunity with a salary of MPS / UPS + Outer London Allowance, based on experience.

Working with us at Leigh Academy Bexley

Leigh Academy Bexley joined Leigh Academies Trust in June 2023 and has provided outstanding academic support and pastoral guidance, so that students can lead fulfilling and successful adult lives: inquisitive, articulate and internationally engaged, our students are defined by their boundless thirst for knowledge, self-improvement and learning.

We believe in providing our young people with an education; one that unlocks curiosity, ignites ambition, and forges a social conscience, equipping our students with the tools they need to have an impact on the world around them. Our teachers lead with professionalism and scholarship; they are experts in their field. All of us are part of a warm and caring family of staff, Governors and Trust colleagues who have the highest ambition and a deep hunger to learn. Our staff receives regular, first‑class training to achieve mastery of their craft, amazing support to flourish every day, and a sense of shared moral purpose about the best job in the world.

Our vision is that regardless of background and regardless of their starting point, students will leave us as kind, resilient, independent learners with the right behaviour and attitudes to ensure continuous progress and achievement, ready for the next stage of their education and beyond. We want our students to be successful in their chosen careers, in their relationships and in their interaction with the world. We aspire for Leigh Academy Bexley to be a highly effective and truly inclusive school, reflecting the vibrant, diverse, and dynamic community that we serve. We believe in connecting with our local community and championing our local area.

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Applying for this Opportunity

Thank you for your interest in joining us. If you’d like to find out more about this role or arrange a visit to the academy, please don’t hesitate to contact Charlotte Herberts (Recruitment Advisor): [e-mail] / 01634 412 245.

To support your application, we recommend viewing the Job Pack by clicking here, which outlines the full role responsibilities and person specification. This will guide you in preparing a strong application and understanding what we’re looking for.

Early applications are encouraged, as we reserve the right to interview before the closing date. All applications must be submitted through our online application form prior to the deadline.

Our Commitment to Safeguarding, Equality & Diversity

Leigh Academies Trust and all of our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair, robust and consistent recruitment process across all academies and business units which is inline with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates - you can read more about it on our Careers site. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.

As a Trust, we are passionate about diversity and recognise that as individuals, we all bring something unique to the role regardless of any protected characteristics which is why we treat all our people equally, without compromise. We are committed to providing equality and fairness throughout our recruitment and employment practices and not discriminating on any grounds.