Social Sciences Teacher
If you’re passionate about helping young people understand society, human behaviour and the world around them, this Social Sciences Teacher role in Sunderland could be a brilliant fit. The school is looking for someone who can bring clarity, relevance and enthusiasm to subjects such as Sociology, Psychology or Health and Social Care.
What you’ll be teaching as a Social Science Teacher
You’ll deliver Social Sciences lessons across KS4 and KS5, depending on your specialism. The department values real-world links, debate and helping students develop strong analytical thinking.
Your main responsibilities as a Social Science Teacher
- Teaching high-quality lessons in your Social Sciences specialism
- Encouraging critical thinking, discussion and independent ideas
- Preparing students for assessments and coursework
- Providing constructive feedback to help students progress
- Working closely with colleagues to share resources and approaches
What you’ll bring as a Social Science Teacher
- QTS with experience teaching Social Sciences subjects
- A passion for helping students understand people and society
- Strong communication and high expectations
- Confidence teaching older learners, especially KS5
What Protocol Education offers
- Weekly PAYE pay with no umbrella fees
- Free CPD including behaviour, SEND and specialist training
- A consultant who supports you throughout the process
- Referral bonuses
- Flexible opportunities across Sunderland and the wider area
About Us
Protocol Education is part of the Supporting Education Group, providing teachers with access to expert training, strong networks and sector-leading support. We work with secondary schools across Sunderland to place Social Sciences Teachers who bring clarity, curiosity and strong classroom presence. Our approach is friendly, supportive and people-first.
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.
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