Teacher of Social Sciences

Sir Harry Smith Community College; Macclesfield; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Teachers' Pension Scheme

CPD opportunities

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Sir Harry Smith Community College is seeking a Teacher of Social Sciences to join the department. The role involves teaching Sociology at KS4 (WJEC) and KS5 (OCR). The college, an 11–18 academy, focuses on student wellbeing and offers strong CPD opportunities.

Applicants must have QTS or an equivalent qualification plus a relevant degree; visa sponsorship is not available. Collaborative teamwork and safeguarding commitment are essential.

Qualifications

• Strong subject knowledge in Sociology/Social Sciences.
• Ability to deliver engaging and imaginative lessons.
• Committed to safeguarding and student welfare.

Responsibilities

• Teach Sociology KS4 to WJEC specification.
• Teach Sociology KS5 to OCR specification.
• Improve student outcomes through creative teaching.
• Engage and inspire students with imaginative lessons.
• Collaborate with department team to plan and assess.

Skills

Sociology knowledge

Passion for subject

Creative teaching

Collaborative work

Education

QTS or equivalent

Relevant degree

Job description

Sir Harry Smith Community College is recruiting a Teacher of Social Sciences to join its department. The core of the work is teaching Sociology at KS4 under WJEC and at KS5 under OCR. The college is an 11-18 academy within the Aspire Learning Trust, with a strong focus on student well-being. Applicants need QTS or an equivalent qualification plus a relevant degree, and visa sponsorship is not available.

What the job involves

• Teach Sociology at KS4 to WJEC specification
• Teach Sociology at KS5 to OCR specification
• Improve student outcomes through creative and innovative teaching
• Inspire and engage students through imaginative lessons
• Bring subject knowledge and enthusiasm for Social Sciences, particularly Sociology, to the classroom
• Work collaboratively with the department's team of teachers

Qualifications

• QTS or an equivalent teaching qualification
• A relevant degree

Skills & knowledge

• Strong subject knowledge of Sociology and Social Sciences
• Passion for the subject
• Creative, innovative and dedicated approach
• Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues

Other

• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

What's offered

• Supportive and ambitious middle and senior leaders
• Recognition for continuous service
• Automatic enrolment into the Teachers' Pension Scheme
• Excellent CPD opportunities
• Access to the Employee Assistance Programme