Sociology Teaching

Sociology Teacher - KS5

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Contract: Temporary, until January 2027
Hours: Part-time - Monday to Wednesday (3 days per week)

Are you an enthusiastic and dedicated Sociology Teacher with the ability to engage and inspire post-16 students? We are seeking a passionate and supportive teacher, delivering Sociology at KS5.

The school is committed to creating a safe, supportive and inclusive learning environment where students of all abilities are encouraged to develop their knowledge, confidence and academic potential.

This is an excellent opportunity for a teacher who enjoys making a real difference, can adapt their teaching to different ability levels and is committed to helping students succeed.

The Role

The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching Sociology at KS5, working with students across a range of abilities. The focus will be on delivering accessible, engaging lessons, developing subject knowledge and supporting students to make progress.

Key responsibilities include:

Plan and deliver engaging Sociology lessons at KS5, adapting content to meet students' individual learning needs.
Teach topics across the Sociology curriculum, encouraging students to develop their understanding of society, culture, social structures and contemporary issues.
Break down complex sociological concepts into accessible and manageable learning activities.
Support students with written work, essay development, critical thinking and examination preparation.
Monitor student progress and provide constructive feedback to encourage improvement.
Promote positive behaviour, student engagement and a supportive classroom environment.
Work collaboratively with colleagues to support the wider learning and development of students.Person Specification

The ideal candidate will:

Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or have relevant teaching experience.
Have experience teaching Sociology at KS5 or a strong background in a related subject.
Possess good subject knowledge and the ability to communicate sociological concepts effectively.
Be confident supporting students of mixed abilities, including those working at foundation level.
Demonstrate strong classroom management and the ability to engage and motivate learners.
Be adaptable, approachable and committed to supporting student progress.Why Join?

Opportunity to work within an inclusive and supportive school environment.
Part-time working pattern across three days - Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday.
Opportunity to make a positive impact on KS5 students.What's Next?

If you are a passionate Sociology Teacher, or have a relevant Humanities or Social Sciences background and are confident teaching KS5, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today to find out more about this opportunity!

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed