Trainee Social Science Teacher

Grad2Teach Ltd; City of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational training programme in Harrow invites applicants to train as Social Science teachers. Applicants should hold a degree in Psychology, Sociology, or a related field, and have a commitment to inspire young minds. The programme offers paid classroom experience while working towards a PGCE with QTS. Mentorship and guidance are provided as part of the training process.

Benefits

Earn while you train

Personalised mentor guidance

Qualifications

• A degree in a related field (Psychology, Sociology, Criminology, or similar).
• A genuine interest in education and social development.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Commitment to inspiring the next generation of social scientists.

Responsibilities

• Gain hands-on experience with mentor support.
• Teach independently for up to 18 hours per week.
• Receive personalised mentor guidance.
• Develop skills in behaviour management and curriculum planning.

Skills

Excellent communication

Organisational skills

Interest in education

Education

Degree in Psychology, Sociology, Criminology, or similar

Job description

Do you have a passion for understanding people and society? Whether your background is in Psychology, Sociology, or Criminology, this is your opportunity to inspire young minds as a Social Science teacher through the Grad2Teach salaried teacher training programme in Harrow.

This school offers a supportive, inclusive environment where curiosity, respect, and critical thinking are at the heart of learning. As a Grad2Teach trainee, you’ll gain valuable classroom experience while earning a salary and working towards your PGCE with QTS through our partnership with Coventry University.

What to Expect

Begin your journey in Phase One, gaining hands-on experience with mentor support before taking on a full timetable.

Progress to Phase Two, teaching independently for up to 18 hours per week.

Receive personalised mentor guidance aligned with the Core Content Framework (CCF).

Develop your skills in behaviour management, pedagogy, and curriculum planning.

Earn while you train — no need to put your career on hold.

What We’re Looking For

• A degree in a related field (Psychology, Sociology, Criminology, or similar).
• A genuine interest in education and social development.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Commitment to inspiring the next generation of social scientists.

About Grad2Teach

Grad2Teach is a salaried initial teacher training programme, providing a clear, supported pathway into teaching. You’ll gain real classroom experience while studying towards a PGCE with QTS, developing into a confident, qualified teacher ready to make a lasting impact

Inspire curiosity, shape society! Train to teach Social Science in Harrow with Grad2Teach’s salaried route — earn, learn, and qualify with a PGCE + QTS.