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 local area

Welwyn Garden City is a charming town in Hertfordshire, England, known for its unique blend of urban and rural living. Founded in 1920 by the visionary architect Ebenezer Howard, it was one of the world’s first "garden cities," designed to provide a balance between city life and nature. The town features tree-lined streets, green spaces, and a mix of modern and historic architecture. Its strong community focus, excellent transport links, and proximity to London make it a popular place to live, offering both a peaceful environment and easy access to the city.

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

About Teaching Personnel 
Teaching Personnel is the UK’s largest recruitment agency for education staff and are currently supporting schools across Welwyn with their staffing needs. We have variety of vacancies across Welwyn and the surrounding areas for a variety of subjects including Maths. At Teaching Personnel, we are looking for engaging, encouraging, and excellent staff that would be an asset to our fantastic partner schools. 

Why work with Teaching Personnel? 
• Teaching Personnel is renowned for its commitment to supporting educators in finding fulfilling roles that match their skills and preferences. 
• Be the first to hear about a wide range of teaching positions across various educational settings, from primary to secondary schools and special educational needs (SEN) institutions. 
• Opportunities for personal professional growth and development through our CPD Academy 
• Competitive pay rates
• Ongoing guidance and assistance from dedicated consultants who are passionate about helping staff succeed in their teaching careers with a personalised 

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

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