TEACHER OF SOCIOLOGY

Hinchley Wood Learning Partnership; Ortahisar; On-site; TRY 2,339,000 - 3,119,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development support

Two-week Autumn half term

Early close to students on Fridays

Pension contributions

Cycle to work scheme

Staff enrichment programme

Discount on wraparound fees for staff

Job summary

Hinchley Wood Learning Partnership is seeking a permanent Teacher of Sociology to join the department from January 2027. We welcome full-time or 0.8 FTE applications and may offer a departmental responsibility for the right candidate.

The role involves delivering GCSE and A Level Sociology to KS4/KS5 at Hinchley Wood School in Esher, Surrey. We value a talented, highly motivated practitioner with the ability to deliver engaging lessons and support student progress.

Qualifications

• Qualified teacher with ability to deliver GCSE and A Level Sociology
• Newly qualified teachers welcome (ECT)
• Experience delivering engaging lessons and assessments

Responsibilities

• Deliver innovative and enjoyable GCSE and A Level Sociology lessons to Key Stage 4 and 5
• Contribute to departmental development and possibly take on a leadership role
• Support student wellbeing and CPD within the faculty

Job description

TEACHER OF SOCIOLOGY

Headteachers: Maria Cachia & Lucy Macdonald

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 Tuesday 29th September 2026 (9am)

Early enquiries and applications encouraged, and we reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to the advert deadline.

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.

Job Details

Reference Teacher of Sociology Permanent

Type Of Position Teacher of Sociology

School Hinchley Wood School

Salary Competitive - London Fringe

Start Date January 2027

Closing Date 29/09/2026 09:00

Note Tuesday 29th September 2026 (9am)