TEACHER OF SOCIOLOGY

Hinchley Wood Learning Partnership

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14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive London Fringe salary

Extensive CPD programme

Teacher induction for ECTs

Two-week Autumn half term

Early Friday finish (1:30pm)

Employer pension contributions

Cycle to work scheme

Job summary

Hinchley Wood Learning Partnership is seeking a permanent Teacher of Sociology from January 2027, with either full-time or 0.8 FTE; a departmental responsibility may be available for the right applicant. We welcome applications from newly qualified teachers and offer a well-developed programme for ECTs to support starting your career.

The role involves delivering engaging GCSE and A Level sociology teaching to KS4 and KS5 students.

Qualifications

Deliver innovative and enjoyable GCSE and A Level sociology lessons to KS4 and KS5.
Open to newly qualified teachers; ECT support available.

Responsibilities

Deliver GCSE and A Level sociology lessons to KS4 and KS5.

Job description

Teacher of Sociology

Teacher of Sociology – Permanent

Full Time or 0.8 FTE

To start January 2027

We are looking to appoint a permanent Teacher of Sociology from January 2027 and would welcome full-time or 0.8 FTE applications. A departmental responsibility may be available for the right applicant. We welcome applications from newly qualified teachers. We have a well-developed programme for ECTs and believe that Hinchley Wood would be an excellent place to start your career.

If you are a talented, highly motivated practitioner with the ability and enthusiasm to deliver innovative and enjoyable GCSE and A Level sociology lessons to our Key Stage 4 and 5 students, we would love to hear from you.

Sociology is a popular subject choice at GCSE and A Level. In 2026, 89% of students achieved grade 4 or above at GCSE level, with 36% achieving grade 7 and above. At A level 100% of students achieved A*-C with 83% achieving A*-B grades.

Hinchley Wood is a state comprehensive which is an inclusive and high achieving school. We are based in Esher, Surrey on the borders of SW London. We celebrate students’ holistic progress and development as well as academic achievement and are very proud to be one of the top 200 performing schools in England and Wales. We have over 1400 students on roll including over 300 students in our Sixth Form. An Ofsted inspection in September 2023 judged us to be “outstanding” stating that, ‘there is a strong learning culture across the school’ and ‘the development of pupils’ character is exemplary.’

We take student and staff wellbeing very seriously and have invested time and money in ensuring that all members of our school community feel supported and happy.

We Offer

a competitive salary (London Fringe Pay Scale/dependent upon experience);
professional development support and an extensive CPD programme;
two-week Autumn half term;
early close to students at 1.30pm on Fridays;
generous employer pension contributions;
cycle to work scheme and free onsite fitness suite;
priority admissions criteria, enabling any children of the postholder to be considered for priority admission to the school upon commencement of role;
thriving and varied staff enrichment programme;
50% discount on wraparound provision fees for children of staff if they attend one of the trust Schools (Thames Ditton Junior School or Hinchley Wood Primary School)

For newly qualified ECTs, in addition to above we offer:

a paid induction in July;
a dedicated mentor with regular mentor meetings and coaching;
a comprehensive induction programme and a wide range of CPD opportunities.

The deadline for applications is Thursday 15th October 2026 (9am)

Safeguarding and Code of Conduct

Hinchley Wood Learning Partnership (HWLP) is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The position advertised is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check. Staff, Trustees and Governors have also established a code of conduct which applies to all members of the school community.

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