Psychology / Sociology Teacher at Maiden Erlegh School

Location: Silverdale Rd, Earley, Reading, Berkshire, RG6 7HS

Contract: Permanent, Full-Time

Salary: £32,916.00 - £51,048.00 Annually (FTE), MPS-UPR depending on experience.

Closing Date: Midnight, Wed 13th May 2026

Start Date: September 2026 (or earlier)

About This Role

This role offers the opportunity to plan and deliver engaging, high-quality lessons that inspire students and enable them to make exceptional progress. The successful candidate will contribute to a strong and collaborative teaching community, supporting high standards of learning, behaviour and achievement across the school. As a classroom teacher, you will design effective learning experiences, uphold consistent routines and contribute to the wider life of the school and Trust. You will support students in setting aspirational goals, monitor progress carefully, and create an environment where every learner can thrive academically and personally.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver well-planned, challenging and inspiring lessons that align with Trust and school curriculum expectations.
• Support students to manage their own learning effectively and achieve ambitious outcomes.
• Maintain high standards of classroom practice, including assessment, feedback and behaviour management.
• Use formative and summative assessment to track progress, inform planning and identify appropriate interventions.
• Provide constructive feedback that enables students to improve and reach their potential.
• Communicate regularly with parents and carers about student progress, targets and next steps.
• Uphold and model the Trust’s Behaviour, Safeguarding and Inclusion policies to ensure the wellbeing of all students.
• Create a positive, safe and engaging learning environment.
• Promote good attendance, positive relationships and high standards of conduct across the school.
• Work collaboratively within departmental and tutor teams to share practice and support consistency.
• Contribute to extra-curricular activities and wider school events.
• Engage in professional development and appraisal to maintain high standards of practice.

The Ideal Candidate

• Professional Expertise

• Qualified Teacher Status and strong subject knowledge.
• Proven ability to plan and deliver effective lessons that secure student progress.
• Understanding of assessment, curriculum design and differentiation.
• Awareness of current educational developments and Ofsted expectations.

• High expectations for all learners, with a commitment to inclusion and equity.
• Reflective, adaptable and open to continuous improvement.
• Professional integrity, enthusiasm and a collaborative attitude.
• Resilient, organised and able to contribute positively to a fast‑paced school environment.

Benefits

• Pension Scheme – generous employer contributions with auto‑enrolment into either the Teachers’ Pension Scheme or Local Government Pension Scheme, both Career Average Revalued Earnings schemes.
• Annual Leave – generous holiday entitlement that increases with length of service.
• ME Day – one day of additional leave each year to attend significant personal events.
• Professional Development – comprehensive programme of professional learning through the Maiden Erlegh Institute, including opportunities to attend and deliver CPD.
• Hybrid Working – balanced blend of remote and on‑site working arrangements for eligible roles.
• Perkbox – access to a wide range of discounts and wellbeing resources, plus 25 Perk Points each month to exchange for goods and services.
• Wellbeing and Health – free flu vaccinations for all staff and free eye tests for eligible colleagues.
• Employee Assistance Programme – access to 24/7 support, discount vouchers and additional wellbeing services.
• Mental Health First Aid Support – access to trained Mental Health First Aiders across the Trust.
• Recognition and Community – regular celebration of achievements, milestones and contributions across our schools, reinforcing a strong sense of belonging.
• Employee Referral Scheme – financial incentives for referring successful candidates to the Trust.

Maiden Erlegh Trust is an equal opportunities employer. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.