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Teacher of Sociology & Psychology – Secondary School in Durham (January Start)

A progressive secondary school in Durham, County Durham, is seeking an articulate Teacher of Sociology & Psychology to join its Social Sciences faculty on a full-time, permanent basis starting in January.

Job Overview

Sociology and Psychology are high-enrolling, academically vibrant subjects within this school’s Key Stage 4 and Sixth Form pathways. The successful candidate will deliver GCSE Sociology, A-Level Sociology, and A-Level Psychology.

Working alongside Social Sciences colleagues, you will guide pupils through empirical research methodologies, theoretical paradigms (Marxism, Functionalism, Social Action, Cognitive, Biopsychology), and structured 16-mark evaluative essay writing. This is a full-time, permanent contract.

Key Responsibilities

  • Teach high-rigor Sociology and Psychology lessons across Key Stage 4 (GCSE) and Key Stage 5 (A-Level)

  • Train students in empirical research design, ethical considerations, and statistical analysis

  • Guide pupils through structured evaluative essay modeling and synoptic critique frameworks

  • Assess, track, and report on student progress across formal mock examinations and diagnostic essays

  • Support Sixth Form students with university preparation in Psychology, Sociology, and Social Policy

  • Fulfill pastoral duties as a Form Tutor, supporting student wellbeing and personal development

Role Overview & Specifications

  • Start Date: January

  • Contract Type: Full-time, permanent contract

  • Location: Durham, County Durham

  • Salary / Pay Rate: MPS / UPS equivalent

  • Key Curriculum: AQA Sociology & AQA Psychology

Candidate Requirements

  • Qualified Teacher Status (QTS, QTLS) or recognized UK teaching credentials (PGCE / SCITT)

  • Honors degree in Sociology, Psychology, or a closely related social science field

  • Demonstrated history of delivering positive GCSE and A-Level examination results

  • Strong essay-structure mentoring capabilities and command of empirical research methods

  • An active enhanced DBS check on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)

How to Apply: Please send your CV at your earliest convenience to be considered for this full-time, permanent Sociology & Psychology position in Durham for a January start.

Location
Durham

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Teacher of Sociology & Psychology – Secondary School in Durham (January Start)

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