Teacher of Social Science; part time FTE

Teacher of Social Science (part time 0.6 FTE)

Vacancy type

Teaching staff

January 2027 (subject to pre-start checks)

Contract term

Permanent

Working hours

Pay scale

Teachers Main or Upper Pay Scale

Salary range (per annum)

With a pay award pending

Location

Reports to

Curriculum Team Leader: PRE, PSHE and Social Sciences

Suitable for Early Career Teachers (ECTs)?

Yes

About the Post

We are seeking to appoint an exceptional and inspirational Teacher of Social Sciences to join our thriving and high‑performing curriculum team. This is an exciting opportunity to teach Sociology at KS4 and KS5 and Law at KS5, contributing to two subjects that are rapidly growing in popularity and central to our vision for Social Science education across Christchurch.

Sociology has recently been introduced as a new GCSE option and is already proving extremely popular with students. At A level, Sociology has long been one of Twynham Sixth Form’s most successful subjects, with strong outcomes and high levels of student engagement. Law A level has been introduced this year and is already attracting significant interest from our sixth form students.

You will be joining a dynamic and collaborative team of Social Scientists, including our hugely successful Psychology department, PSHE and PRE. This is a fantastic opportunity for a colleague who is passionate about Social Science education and eager to contribute to a vibrant, ambitious and supportive team.

We are looking for an outstanding individual who will relish the opportunity to:

• Teach Social Science at KS4 and KS5 and Law at KS5 within a high-performing and well-established team.
• Deliver exceptional extra-curricular opportunities within and beyond Social Science.
• Further contribute to our vision for education across the town of Christchurch.
• Promote and safeguard the welfare of children and young people in accordance with our Safeguarding and Child Protection policies.

We welcome applications from teachers at all stages of their career, including Early Career Teachers.

What we can offer you

• Be part of an ambitious educational journey where Social Science is growing and thriving
• Work with exceptional colleagues and wonderful young people
• Access an outstanding CPD offer, from initial teacher training and the ECT framework through to preparation for senior and system leadership
• Benefit from strong, supportive leadership who value learning beyond the classroom and champion staff development
• Enjoy working in one of the most beautiful areas of the South Coast, with a vibrant school community
• Free, confidential access to our Employee Assistance Programme, which offers a range of counselling services plus financial, legal and practical support from qualified professionals on a range of personal issues and access to online health and wellbeing resources
• A trust-wide intranet, where we share our news, information and resources
• Local discounts negotiated on behalf of our staff e.g. gym memberships, hair and beauty salons, chiropractic care, cycle shops, restaurants, motoring services, and retail/DIY stores
• Access to national discounts on a wide variety of huge brands
• A welcoming staff room with complimentary tea and coffee available throughout the day
• The opportunity to work within Twynham Learning; a progressive multi-academy trust
• Automatic membership of the Teachers Pension Scheme

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