Teacher of Sociology or Psychology

The Kemnal Academies Trust; Greater London; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking educational institution as a Teacher of Sociology or Psychology, where your passion for teaching will inspire students to excel. This role offers the chance to work within a supportive team dedicated to student success and professional growth. You will have the opportunity to teach across a diverse age range, fostering a love for learning in your students. With a commitment to ongoing development and a flexible approach to work-life balance, this position is perfect for both newly qualified teachers and experienced professionals looking to make a significant impact in the lives of young learners.

Benefits

Professional Development Opportunities

Supportive Mentorship Program

Flexible Working Practices

Two-Week October Half Term

Qualifications

• Passion for teaching Sociology or Psychology at KS4/5.
• Ability to inspire and motivate students.

Responsibilities

• Teach Sociology or Psychology to students at KS4/5.
• Engage and inspire students to achieve their potential.

Skills

Sociology

Psychology

Teaching Skills

Classroom Management

Student Engagement

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Education

PGCE or equivalent

Job description

Job Title: Teacher of Sociology or Psychology

Start Date:September 2025

Deadline:Monday 12th May 2025 at 10am

Location:Welling School

City Region Scale: MPS/UPS (Outer London)

Appointment:Full Time & Permanent

About Us: Our vision is simple - to ensure that all of our students achieve beyond our expectations and flourish as confident learners with the highest aspirations, ready for a bright and successful future and ready for the world in which they will work and live.

We are relentless in our pursuit of the very best for all our students. We understand challenges but do not accept them as limitations. We understand the critical role we play in the lives of our students, their families and our community. We take our responsibility very seriously and thrive on the challenge to be the best school in the borough.

Welling School is proud to be an all ability, co-educational 11-18 school, located in the London borough of Bexley. As well as serving our local community we welcome students from a diverse range of backgrounds and areas. Each of them bringing their own part to make up the school Community.

We are proud to be part of The Kemnal Academies Trust (TKAT) which is one of the largest Multi Academy Trusts in South East England with 45 Primary and Secondary Academies in the TKAT family. We know that to be the best for our students we also need to be the best for our staff. We offer a personalised and diverse approach to ongoing professional development where nothing is off the table. As well as weekly high impact training we offer staff a wide ranging opportunity to pursue their interest, futures and skill development. All ultimately focused on providing students with an outstanding experience. See our website for further information about the school www.wellingschool-tkat.org

The Role: We are looking for a talented and dedicated teacher to join our committed team. As part of our Humanities Faculty, our shared expectations are high and students value the subjects offered, meaning they enjoy their learning; they make us proud every day.

Our current vacancy allows for our new colleague to teach Sociology or Psychology as part of our Social Science option subjects at KS4/5.

We are keen to hear from excellent teachers, passionate about their subject and who can clearly see why it has an important part to play in the curriculum.

The length of your experience as a teacher is less important to us than your ability to motivate and inspire.

Our new colleague will have an unstinting belief that every young person, whatever their starting point, can make and sustain exceptional progress and that our purpose is to change lives.

We are excited to receive applications from newly qualified teachers ready to start a brilliant new career with us just as much as more experienced colleagues looking for their next step.

You will have access to on-going development opportunities and the support of a forward thinking, successful multi-academy trust.

You will be joining a well-led, supportive and cohesive team of professionals who will do whatever it takes to help you to succeed in your new and exciting role.

We are committed to supporting all colleagues - particularly those starting a new career in teaching who will have weekly dedicated development time with an experienced mentor as well as support from the school leadership team - all of whom are focused on your success.

As well as having a passion for young people and their futures our colleague will:

be a dynamic and creative professional with a desire for students to achieve beyond expectation

be an ambitious classroom practitioner with high standards and excellent subject knowledge

be resilient and not afraid to seek and offer support when it is needed

bring an unwavering commitment to doing whatever it takes

have the ability to engage, inspire and build excellent relationships with both students and staff.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a highly ambitious team of staff and make a real impact on our students' lives. The successful candidate will have the chance to teach across the full age and ability range up to A level. Welling School is easily accessible from London, Kent and surrounding areas.

Our staff enjoy a two week October half term and excellent weekly teacher development.

We are very open to recruiting newly qualified staff in the summer term meaning you will be paid over the summer holidays.

Contact Information: Informal discussions with the Headteacher and/or visits are actively encouraged. If you would like an informal and confidential discussion about the role and to arrange a visit to the school please email [e-mail]

Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and suitable candidates invited for interview.

We reserve the right to withdraw this advert should a suitable candidate be appointed.

To apply for this post please send a completed application form to [e-mail]

About TKAT

The Kemnal Academies Trust (TKAT) is one of the largest Multi-Academy Trusts in the South & East of England with 45 Primary and Secondary Academies in the TKAT Family. Our ultimate aim is to ensure we drive educational standards through the provision of outstanding teaching, leadership and learning for all. Within the #oneTKATfamily, the shared and common purpose is to work together as a community of schools to ensure that every child, whatever their background, receives a high quality education. We place a high value on collaboration; 'achieving more together', giving staff the opportunity to come together and learn, ensuring a shared sense of purpose across our network and by sharing expertise across the TKAT family.

We have a flexible approach to interviews and can offer a range of dates and times to suit your personal circumstances.

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early should we receive a significant number of applications.

Safeguarding

TKAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Offers of employment will be subject to the full safer recruitment process, including an enhanced disclosure and barring service check.

Flexible working

TKAT recognises the value of enabling our employees to develop their career and balance this with their commitments and interests outside of work. In TKAT we promote flexible working practices and opportunities to promote a positive work life balance.

Our Commitment - Equity, Inclusion, Diversity and Belonging

At TKAT, we are committed to Equity, Inclusion, Diversity, and Belonging. We embrace and celebrate differences, value individual experiences, aspirations, and achievements, and continuously learn how to grow better together. We actively encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, as we believe diversity strengthens our community and drives us forward.

Access to interview

Be Who You Are at TKAT - should you be selected and invited to interview please let us know if you require us to adapt the recruitment process to enable you to participate as your authentic self. We want applicants to be able to engage with us in ways that support who they are and we are committed to making adjustments within the recruitment process and within the workplace.