Social Science Teacher

Smart Teachers is recruiting on behalf of a high-achieving secondary school in North London for an ambitious and dedicated Teacher of Psychology & Sociology to join the school from September 2026

About the role

This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a thriving Social Sciences department with a strong track record of academic success. The successful candidate will teach Psychology and Sociology at Key Stage 4 and Key Stage 5, inspiring students to develop critical thinking, analytical skills and a genuine enthusiasm for the subject

About the school

This successful and oversubscribed secondary school in North London has built a strong reputation for academic excellence, high expectations and an inclusive ethos. Serving students aged 11–18, the school offers a broad and ambitious curriculum alongside a wide range of enrichment opportunities that encourage students to achieve their full potential.

Requirements

To be considered for the role of Social Science Teacher you will:

• Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification
• Be able to teach Psychology and Sociology to GCSE and A Level
• Have excellent subject knowledge and strong classroom management skills
• Be committed to delivering engaging, high-quality teaching and achieving excellent outcomes for students.
• Be an enthusiastic team player with high expectations of themselves and their students

Salary is dependent on experience, training or qualifications. The minimum experience, training or qualifications required for this position are:

• Suitable teaching experience

Smart Teachers is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. We take our responsibilities extremely seriously. All staff we register will undertake thorough interviewing and referencing checks and hold, or be prepared to undergo, an Enhanced DBS check that must be registered on the Update Service.

About Smart Teachers

Smart Teachers is a market-leading education recruitment and supply agency committed to the learning and development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high-quality primary, secondary and SEND teaching and support staff.

What Smart Teachers offer

As a valued employee of Smart Teachers, you will receive:

• Excellent daily rates paid weekly by our in-house Payroll team using the Pay As You Earn (PAYE) system.
• Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability and qualifying criteria).
• Pension contributions (subject to a qualifying period).
• Full compliance with AWR (Agency Workers’ Regulations), to make sure you get the pay and working conditions you are entitled to.
• FREE training to help with your professional development such as Team Teach training, online webinars and safeguarding and child protection updates.
• Generous refer a friend or colleague bonus scheme.
• Access to a dedicated consultant, who will provide ongoing support.

Smart Teachers do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.

How to apply

Apply via this website with an up-to-date CV and contact details. For more information, or an informal chat about the role, please call Daniel Uwaifo on 020 7065 7500 or email [email protected].