Psychology & Sociology Teacher

Overview

We are seeking a passionate, versatile and dedicated Secondary Teacher to join our dynamic Social Sciences department. The ideal candidate will be capable of delivering high-quality education across both Psychology and Sociology to GCSE and A-Level Key Stages 4 and 5. We welcome applications from specialists who can seamlessly deliver both subjects to exam level and are fully supportive of Early Career Teachers (ECTs) looking to begin or continue their teaching journey in a vibrant Middle Eastern setting.

• Deliver high-quality instruction:
  Plan and deliver engaging, academically rigorous lessons in both Psychology and Sociology following the British National Curriculum frameworks for GCSE & A-Level.
• Foster critical thinking:
  Encourage deep analysis, evaluation and research skills, helping students master complex social and psychological theories.
• Support student progression:
  Adapt teaching methods to inspire students across co-educational junior classes and gender-segregated senior classes.
• Assess and monitor:
  Set regular formative and summative assessments, provide constructive feedback and track student progress against UK curriculum standards.
• Exam preparation:
  Prepare senior students thoroughly for external GCSE, IGCSE and A-Level examinations.
• Collaborate:
  Work collaboratively within the department to share resources, develop cross-curricular links and promote Social Sciences within the school community.

• To meet UAE Ministry of Education approval guidelines, candidates must possess one of the following qualification pathways:
• Option 1:
  An internationally recognised Bachelor’s Degree in Education specialising in Psychology or Sociology with QTS or equivalent.
• Option 2:
  An internationally recognised Bachelor’s Degree in any subject PLUS an internationally recognised teaching qualification such as a PGCE/PGDE specialising in Psychology or Sociology with QTS or equivalent.
• Option 3:
  An internationally recognised Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology, Sociology or a closely related Social Science discipline with QTS or equivalent.
• Experience level:
  Early Career Teachers (ECTs) are welcome.
• Subject versatility:
  Confident and qualified to teach both Psychology and Sociology up to A-Level.
• Curriculum knowledge:
  Familiarity with the British National Curriculum and GCSE/A-Level exam boards such as AQA, Edexcel, or Cambridge.
• Excellent communication skills and cultural awareness suitable for an international school environment.

• Competitive tax‑free salary.
• Shared accommodation provided.
• Supportive international work environment.
• Continuous professional development (CPD) opportunities.