School of Science and Technology Maidstone

Woodlands; Grove Green; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking educational institution in Grove Green is seeking a passionate Teacher of Social Sciences to join their dedicated team. This role involves teaching subjects such as Health and Social Care, Psychology, Sociology, and Citizenship to motivated students. The ideal candidate will collaborate with colleagues, contribute to curriculum development, and support the inclusive access of students to the curriculum. Career progression and opportunities for professional development are available. The institution is committed to providing exceptional care and education.

Benefits

Career progression opportunities

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Passionate about teaching and committed to student success.
• Ability to teach Health and Social Care, Psychology, Sociology, and Citizenship.
• Experience in curriculum development and enrichment activities.

Responsibilities

• Teach a range of subjects in social sciences.
• Inspire and promote critical thinking among students.
• Develop enrichment activities in collaboration with colleagues.

Skills

Critical thinking

Debate facilitation

Cultural and ethical understanding

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

We are looking to appoint an exceptional Teacher of Social Sciences to join our existing team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to teach a range of subjects, including Health and Social Care, Psychology, Sociology, and/or Citizenship, to students who are eager to learn and succeed. You will join a collaborative and forward-thinking department where you can contribute to shaping an innovative curriculum that prepares students for higher education and future careers in social sciences and related fields.

As a Teacher of Social Sciences, you will inspire critical thinking, encourage debate, and promote an understanding of the social, cultural, and ethical issues that shape our world. You will also have the opportunity to develop enrichment activities and work closely with colleagues to raise the profile of these subjects across the school.

If you are passionate about working in a dynamic team to provide inclusive support to enable students to have full and effective access to the secondary school curriculum, we would love to hear from you.

Come and join our dedicated team of professionals who are always willing to support new staff in the best interests of our students. Our school continually evolves in our drive for excellence; we aspire to provide Exceptional Care, Exceptional Education and Exceptional Opportunities. New opportunities, including career progression, are actively sought for all staff across the school. Collaboration with like-minded colleagues across the Multi‑Academy Trust (VIAT) is set up to provide networking, support, quality assurance and friendship. If you think you would thrive in this environment we want to meet you.

To learn more about our state‑of‑the‑art school, please visit our website www.sstmaidstone.viat.org.uk.

To apply, please download a copy of the application form and email to [e-mail].

You can view our job description here.

Note: applicantswill be invited for interview before the closing date so early applications are encouraged. We reserve the right to close the advert if a suitable candidate is found.

Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Posts are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure. As part of the shortlisting process, the Trust reserves the right to conduct an online search on shortlisted candidates as part of our due diligence and any relevant information found concerning a candidate's suitability to work with children will be discussed.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.

A copy of our school's Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy and Recruitment of Ex‑Offenders Policy can be found attached.

Valley Invicta Academies Trust expects every employee to take responsibility for promoting a culture that values and respects difference. We welcome applications from all diverse and ethnic groups.

If you require access arrangements to complete an application form, please contact the Trust who will support you i.e., large print, coloured forms.