Psychology/Sociology Teacher

Psychology/Sociology Teacher – Full-Time Role with Immediate Availability

Good Ofsted Secondary School, North Liverpool

Delivered Through Teaching Personnel | Paid to Scale | Potential Permanent Appointment

Teaching Personnel is working in partnership with a well-established secondary school in North Liverpool to recruit an enthusiastic Psychology/Sociology Teacher. The school, rated Good by Ofsted, seeks a teacher who can bring energy, clarity, and subject expertise to the Social Sciences department. This is a full-time position, available for an immediate start, with the opportunity to progress into a permanent post.

Position Overview

The role involves teaching Psychology and Sociology across Key Stage 4, with the potential to deliver Key Stage 5 lessons depending on experience and departmental needs. The successful candidate will join a school that prides itself on strong academic standards, excellent pastoral support, and a collaborative staff culture.

Core duties include:

• Delivering high-quality lessons that encourage critical thinking and independent learning.
• Designing and adapting curriculum plans to meet the needs of a diverse student body.
• Providing clear assessment and feedback in line with departmental and whole‑school policies.
• Playing an active role within the Social Sciences team, including contributing to resources and enrichment activities.
• Maintaining a purposeful classroom environment with high expectations for conduct and progress.

Person Specification

Applicants should demonstrate:

• QTS (Qualified Teacher Status) or equivalent qualification.
• Strong subject knowledge in Psychology and/or Sociology.
• A proven ability to engage students in academic discussion and reflective learning.
• A proactive, organised approach to planning and teaching.
• Availability to begin the role immediately.

Why Work with Teaching Personnel?

Candidates placed through Teaching Personnel benefit from:

• Pay aligned with national teacher pay scales.
• Weekly payment via PAYE with no hidden deductions.
• Access to a broad range of CPD opportunities, including behaviour management and subject enhancement courses.
• Continuous guidance from an experienced consultant specialising in secondary education.
• Opportunities to secure long-term or permanent roles within a strong network of Merseyside schools.

Application Process

If you have a passion for the social sciences and are seeking a rewarding teaching opportunity in North Liverpool, we invite you to apply.
Please submit your application or reach out to the Liverpool Secondary Team at Teaching Personnel for further details.

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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.
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