Teacher of Social Sciences (Psychology, Sociology & RE)

Teach Social Sciences (Psychology, Sociology, RE) across KS4–KS5, delivering engaging, well-structured lessons. Assess and track student progress, support attainment, and contribute to curriculum planning. Maintain high expectations for behaviour and engagement, collaborate with colleagues, and support enrichment and wider school life.

About the role

We are seeking an enthusiastic Teacher of Social Sciences to join a forward-thinking department from September 2026. You will deliver engaging lessons in Psychology, Sociology and RE, inspire curiosity, support student progress, and contribute to a collaborative team focused on high-quality teaching and learning.

About the school

The school is part of a large and successful multi-academy trust, offering a supportive, ambitious, and collaborative environment for both staff and students. The school places a strong emphasis on academic excellence, personal development, and inclusive education.

Staff benefit from high-quality professional development, strong leadership support, and a culture that values expertise, collaboration, and continuous improvement. The school community is diverse, vibrant, and committed to ensuring every student is equipped to succeed in their future pathways.

Requirements

To be considered for the role of Teacher of Social Sciences (Psychology, Sociology & RE) you will:

• A strong classroom practitioner with a record of positive student outcomes
• Confident teaching Psychology, Sociology, and/or RE
• Collaborative and able to build strong professional relationships
• Energetic, enthusiastic, and highly motivated
• Committed to raising attainment and inspiring learners
• Passionate about student wellbeing and holistic development
• Reflective, adaptable, and committed to professional growth

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

• QTS
• DBS on Update Service

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 Sam Tinker on 020 7065 7500 or email [email protected].