Teacher Of Criminology Or Sociology Or Rpe Or Psychology

TEACHER OF CRIMINOLOGY OR SOCIOLOGY OR RPE OR PSYCHOLOGY

Position

Start Date:

01/09/2026 Contract Type:
Full-time/Part-time Contract Term:
Permanent

Application Close: 23/01/2026 Midday Date of Interviews: TBC

We are looking for someone who can teach at least two of the following subjects:
Criminology, Sociology, RPE, Psychology. Full/Part-time considered.

Required September 2026. TLR/RADA opportunities may exist for the right candidate.

Due to expanding school numbers particularly at A Level, we require an inspirational and innovative teacher of Social Science. The successful candidate will have a strong background in at least two of the subjects above. They will not be expected to teach all of them unless they wish.

You will have a natural flair for delivering creative and vibrant lessons that enthuse and motivate students to learn and achieve. Excellent communication skills and enthusiasm for professional development are essential.

Chemlor Valley High School is a popular and oversubscribed mixed 11-18 comprehensive with 1200 students on roll. It is an exceptionally vibrant, friendly and supportive community built on strong relationships which allow our students to thrive.

High value is placed on providing ongoing professional development and engaging in educational research.

Visits are welcome. If you are interested in joining us then please contact Michelle Robertson via email at mro or download an application form and apply via our website:

We reserve the right to close this vacancy and interview early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. Closing date for applications is midday on 23 January 2026.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check along with other relevant employment checks.

Chelmer Valley High School – An Engineering & Leadership Specialist Academy – is located north of Chelmsford, in the village of Broomfield. We became an Academy on 1st August 2011.

Our school has a positive atmosphere, and everyone is expected to treat each other with respect in creating a positive and effective learning environment. Chelmer is a very popular school and, over a number of years, has become heavily oversubscribed.

The current school roll is nearly 1200 students, including 190 in the Sixth Form.

Major developments are evident throughout our site. State‑of‑the‑art technology and science facilities are combined with an impressive specialist performing arts centre, purpose‑built sixth‑form building and modern PE facilities, providing staff and students with the latest resources to support learning.

Our expectations of students are high; they are expected to work hard. Various programmes provide a wide range of opportunities for all students, whether additional help in class or additional activities for gifted and talented students.

Considerable emphasis is placed upon academic achievement and students’ progress is carefully monitored. We set challenging targets and constantly reflect upon our practice and plan effectively to reach our goals.

Leadership is very strong. We believe in developing the teaching and learning skills and qualifications of all staff. Leadership development is prevalent throughout the school.

We are one of the first secondary schools in Essex to be designated as a training school by the DfE and work closely with teacher training hubs as part of the Mid Essex ITT.

Our school is regularly involved in a variety of extracurricular activities covering all areas of school life.

We are a forward‑thinking, innovative and successful school with numerous achievements.

Closing: 11/01/2026 Midnight