Social Sciences Teacher

Posting date:	16 June 2025
Salary:	£206 to £252 per day
Hours:	Full time
Closing date:	16 July 2025
Location:	ME15 9QL
Remote working:	On-site only
Company:	Teacheractive Limited
Job type:	Temporary
Job reference:	SOCSCI/MAID/LRW-8985

Summary

Job Title: Social Sciences Teacher
Location: Maidstone
Start Date: Immediate Start
Salary Range: £206 - £252 per day

Are you passionate about shaping young minds through the study of society, people, and culture?
Do you want to work in a diverse and inclusive secondary school that values your skills and experience?
Are you ready to inspire students in Maidstone with engaging Social Sciences lessons?

At TeacherActive, we’re proud to be working alongside a thriving mainstream secondary school in the Maidstone area. This well-respected school is committed to academic excellence, student wellbeing, and personal development — and they’re currently looking for a dedicated Social Sciences Teacher to join their team immediately on a long-term basis, with potential for a permanent placement.

As a Social Sciences Teacher, you’ll be working across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4, supporting students in developing critical thinking, analytical skills, and a deeper understanding of the world around them. Whether your specialism is Sociology, Psychology, Criminology, Citizenship, or similar, this is your opportunity to make a lasting impact.

Could this be your next teaching role?

• Do you hold QTS in a Social Sciences subject?

  
  

• Can you deliver engaging and inclusive lessons to students aged 11–16+?

  
  

• Are you committed to raising achievement and helping every student succeed?

  
  
  The successful Social Sciences Teacher will:

  • Hold QTS (Early Career Teachers are encouraged to apply)

    
    

  • Have experience teaching Social Sciences subjects up to KS4

    
    

  • Demonstrate excellent classroom and behaviour management

    
    

  • Be confident preparing students for GCSE-level exams

    
    
    In return, TeacherActive offers you:

    • A dedicated, 24/7 consultant team to support your placement

      
      

    • Guaranteed Payment Scheme (T&Cs apply)

      
      

    • Access to CPD courses and certificates via our My-Progression platform

      
      

    • Market-leading rates of pay

      
      

    • £100 referral bonus when you recommend another teacher or TA (T&Cs apply)

      
      

    • Hassle-free PAYE pay – no umbrella deductions or hidden charges

      
      

      This is a fantastic opportunity for a Social Sciences Teacher to step into a rewarding role with immediate impact in the Maidstone area. Whether you're experienced or just starting your teaching journey, we want to hear from you!

      Ready to inspire the next generation of social thinkers?
      Click ‘APPLY NOW’, and we’ll be in touch to discuss this exciting opportunity further.

      Email: lillie.warburton@teacheractive.com
      Contact: 01622 321 234

      All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive.
      
      
      
      Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.
      
      
      
      Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment.
      
      TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services.