Teacher of Social Sciences
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a talented and enthusiastic Teacher of Social Sciences to join the department at Sir Harry Smith Community College. The school is proud of its strong focus on student well-being and creating a genuine sense of belonging for all learners. With a supportive environment and a commitment to fostering both academic success and personal growth, the college provides an inspiring place to teach and learn.
We are seeking to appoint an outstanding and passionate qualified teacher (holding QTS or an equivalent qualification along with a relevant degree) to teach Sociology across KS4 (WJEC) and KS5 (OCR).
The successful candidate will:
- Be creative, innovative, and dedicated to improving student outcomes.
- Inspire and engage students through dynamic and imaginative teaching.
- Bring strong subject knowledge and a passion for Social Sciences to the classroom, particularly Sociology.
- Work collaboratively with a committed team of supportive and skilled teachers.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking and welcoming department while fostering a love for literature and language in our students.
What the school can offer:
- Supportive and ambitious middle and senior leaders;
- Recognition for continuous service;
- Automatic enrolment into the TPS;
- Excellent CPD opportunities;
- Access to the Employee Assistance Programme.
Sir Harry Smith Community College is an 11-18 Academy, proud of its traditional values and innovative approaches to Teaching and Learning and its standards of discipline and respect. The College serves the market town of Whittlesey, seven miles outside of Peterborough in Cambridgeshire. The College is part of the Aspire Learning Trust working together with Park Lane and New Road Primary Schools, also in Whittlesey, to help every child achieve their full potential, to prepare them for their next educational steps, to teach them kindness and respect for all and to equip them to play a full satisfying role in society.
Application deadline is 9am Monday 30th November 2026. We reserve the right to bring forward the closing date if we consider that we have received an appropriate number of suitable candidates for the post.
This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment.
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Teacher of Social Sciences in Whittlesey employer: Sir Harry Smith Community College
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Contact Details:
Sir Harry Smith Community College Recruitment Team
