Teacher of Social Sciences

Ossett Academy and Sixth Form College; Horbury Bridge; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Ossett Academy and Sixth Form College in Horbury Bridge, England, is seeking an exceptional Teacher of Social Sciences to join our ambitious department and inspire students to achieve excellent academic outcomes.

The successful candidate will predominantly teach Key Stage 5, bring strong subject knowledge across Psychology, Sociology and related disciplines, and collaborate to drive departmental and whole-school improvement.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) is required.
• Experience teaching Social Sciences, including Psychology and Sociology.
• Strong classroom practitioner with engaging teaching styles and assessment methods.

Responsibilities

• Teach Social Sciences, predominantly KS5.
• Contribute to department and school improvement initiatives.
• Use diverse teaching strategies and assessments to raise achievement.

Skills

QTS

Social Sciences expertise

Psychology as subject

Classroom excellence

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

OssettAcademy & Sixth Form College are seeking to appoint an exceptional Teacherof Social Sciences to join our thriving and ambitious department. This is anexciting opportunity for a dedicated professional who is passionate about theirsubject and can inspire students to achieve excellent academic outcomes.

The successful applicantwill predominantly teach Key Stage 5 and will contribute to the continuedsuccess of a department with a strong track record of academic achievement.They will possess secure subject knowledge, an engaging teaching style and a determinationto ensure that every student is supported and challenged to reach their fullpotential. Through high-quality teaching and effective assessment, they willdevelop confident, independent learners who are well prepared for their nextsteps in education, employment or training.

We are seeking a reflectiveand skilled practitioner who is committed to excellence in the classroom andwho shares our high expectations for achievement, attendance and behaviour. Thepostholder will be a collaborative team member who embraces professionaldevelopment and is keen to play an active role in the continued growth andsuccess of the department and the academy.

About You

The successful candidatewill be…

• A qualified teacher holding QualifiedTeacher Status (QTS), preferably with a subject specialism of Psychology.
• Passionate about delivering high-qualityteaching and learning that enables all students to achieve their fullpotential.
• An excellent classroom practitioner withstrong subject knowledge across Social Sciences, including areas such asPsychology, Sociology or related disciplines.
• Skilled in creating a positive, inclusiveand supportive learning environment that fosters student engagement,achievement and wellbeing.
• Confident in using a range of teachingstrategies, assessment methods and educational technologies to enhance learningoutcomes.
• Committed to continuous professionaldevelopment and able to contribute positively to departmental and whole-schoolimprovement initiatives.