Teacher of Sociology Permanent

Hinchley Wood School; England; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development support

Extensive CPD programme

Cycle to work scheme

Free onsite fitness suite

Generous pension contributions

Priority admission for staff children

Job summary

Hinchley Wood School is seeking a dedicated sociology teacher to join from January 2027. The role covers GCSE and A Level sociology for Key Stages 4 and 5, with the option of full-time or 0.8 FTE hours.

A structured ECT programme and mentor support are available for newly qualified teachers. The postholder may take on a departmental responsibility and will work within a supportive team dedicated to delivering engaging, high-quality lessons and ensuring student progress.

Qualifications

• Qualified sociology teacher capable of teaching GCSE and A Level sociology.

Responsibilities

• Teach GCSE sociology to Key Stage 4 students.
• Teach A Level sociology to Key Stage 5 students.
• Deliver engaging and innovative sociology lessons.
• Possibly take on a departmental responsibility.

Skills

Sociology teaching

Job description

Hinchley Wood School is recruiting a permanent Sociology teacher to start in January 2027, with full-time or 0.8 FTE hours considered. The work is teaching GCSE and A Level sociology to students in Key Stages 4 and 5. A departmental responsibility may be offered to the right candidate, and newly qualified teachers are welcome to apply, supported by a structured ECT programme with a dedicated mentor. Candidates must pass an enhanced DBS check and be eligible to work in the UK, as visa sponsorship is not available.

What the job involves

• Teach GCSE sociology to Key Stage 4 students
• Teach A Level sociology to Key Stage 5 students
• Deliver innovative and enjoyable sociology lessons
• Possibly take on a departmental responsibility

Skills & knowledge

• Delivering innovative, enjoyable GCSE and A Level sociology lessons

Checks & eligibility

• Enhanced DBS check
• Eligibility to work in the UK

Other

• Highly motivated, talented practitioner

What’s offered

• Professional development support and extensive CPD programme
• Two-week Autumn half term and early close at 1.30pm on Fridays
• Generous employer pension contributions
• Cycle to work scheme and free onsite fitness suite
• Priority admission for children of the postholder
• Thriving and varied staff enrichment programme
• 50% discount on wraparound fees for children of staff at trust schools
• Paid July induction and dedicated mentor for ECTs