Sociology Teacher

Position: Sociology Teacher

Location: Aylesbury

Contract Type: Full-time

Salary: andpound;29,344 - andpound;44,919 (MPS/UPS)

Start Date:andnbsp;January 2026andnbsp;

A well-regarded secondary school in Aylesbury is seeking a passionate and skilled Sociology Teacher to join their Humanities/Social Sciences department for a January 2026 start. This is an excellent opportunity to inspire young minds and contribute to a thriving, supportive teaching environment.

Key Responsibilities:

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  Plan and deliver engaging Sociology lessons across Key Stages 4 and 5 (GCSE and A-Level)

  
  



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  Assess, monitor, and report on student progress in line with school and national expectations

  
  



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  Promote critical thinking, debate, and a love for sociological enquiry

  
  



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  Contribute to curriculum development and enrichment activities

  
  



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  Maintain strong classroom management and a positive learning environment

  
  



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  Collaborate with colleagues on departmental and whole-school initiatives

  
  

Essential Criteria:

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  Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

  
  



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  Experience teaching Sociology at secondary level, preferably at GCSE and A-Level

  
  



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  Strong subject knowledge and understanding of the national curriculum and exam board specifications

  
  



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  Excellent classroom management and communication skills

  
  



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  A commitment to high standards and student achievement

  
  

Desirable:

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  Familiarity with current Sociology exam board specifications and assessment frameworks

  
  



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  Willingness to engage in CPD and ongoing professional development

  
  



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  Interest in contributing to extracurricular or enrichment activities