Social Sciences Teacher

Job Title: Teacher of Social Sciences

Location: Welwyn
Start Date: Easter 2025
Contract Type: Full-Time Maternity Cover
Salary: In line with MPS/UPS

About the school

The school is a secondary school located in Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire. Known for its commitment to academic excellence and student development, the school offers a wide range of subjects and extracurricular activities. With a focus on fostering a supportive and inclusive environment, the school aims to nurture the potential of each student, helping them achieve their personal and academic goals. The school also emphasizes the importance of character development, leadership, and community involvement, preparing students for both higher education and future careers.

About the role

The school is looking for a Teacher of Social Sciences to join the successful department. You will be responsible for:

• Teaching: Delivering engaging and effective Sociology and Health and Social Care lessons to students in Key Stages 3 and 4 (Years 7-11).
• Planning & Preparation: Developing lesson plans and resources that cater to a wide range of abilities and learning styles, ensuring that all students are challenged and supported.
• Assessment & Feedback: Regularly assessing students' progress, providing constructive feedback, and using data to inform planning and improve student outcomes.
• Classroom Management: Maintaining high standards of behaviour, creating a positive and productive classroom environment.
• Collaboration: Working closely with the department and wider school staff to deliver an integrated and cohesive curriculum.
• Professional Development: Engaging in ongoing professional development opportunities to improve teaching practice and stay up-to-date with educational developments.

Am I suitable?
The successful candidate for the Teacher of Social Sciences position will have to have:

1. Qualified Teacher Status
2. ECT applications also welcomed
3. Degree or Higher in relevant field
4. At least 1 year teaching experience to Secondary age pupils
5. Unqualified Teacher applications will be considered if the candidate can showcase a vast experience of teaching GCSE and/or A Level Social Sciences

Application
Send an up to date CV to Hannah on Hannah.mcmillan@teachingpersonnel.com - It's as simple as that!

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