Teacher of Sociology
| Posting date: | 03 March 2026 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 18 March 2026 |
| Location: | Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB1 8NN |
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 7a498f88-64e4-40fb-8e2c-2a2bda579173 |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
We wish to appoint an enthusiastic and inspirational teacher of Human Sciences. You will be joining a growing team and will predominantly teach Sixth Form students at the Oakes College, which is part of The Netherhall School.
The specific role will be determined according to the individual strengths and interests of the appointed candidate. We welcome applicants from all Social Science disciplines but the ability and willingness to teach at least 2 subjects from Sociology, Psychology, Applied Psychology, Government and Politics, Law, Criminology is essential.
The successful candidate will work collaboratively to deliver consistently high-quality learning and teaching. They will take on the role of a form tutor and contribute to the pastoral programme ensuring that students have examined appropriate progression routes. The right candidate will be willing to review current material and contribute to improving resources for students to use both independently and in the classroom. A commitment to developing individual learning skills and a drive to continually improve are key qualities we are looking for in the post holder.We pride ourselves on being a strong and inclusive sixth form community and you will teach students from across the ability range.
What the school offers its staff
Our central belief is that great schools recruit and retain great teachers and leaders. You will be joining an ambitious, collaborative and supportive working environment. You will be working with outstanding colleagues who are passionate about their subject specialism and pedagogy and who show extraordinary commitment and dedication to the young people in their care.
We offer:
• A successful 11-18 mixed comprehensive school with a flourishing Sixth Form
• Impressive teaching and learning facilities
• A vibrant, supportive community with friendly colleagues and students
• A city site in the heart of Cambridge - a centre of excellence
• Trust wide developmental opportunities
This is an exciting time to consider joining our outstanding learning community and we look forward to receiving your application.
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
We wish to appoint an enthusiastic and inspirational teacher of Human Sciences. You will be joining a growing team and will predominantly teach Sixth Form students at the Oakes College, which is part of The Netherhall School.
The specific role will be determined according to the individual strengths and interests of the appointed candidate. We welcome applicants from all Social Science disciplines but the ability and willingness to teach at least 2 subjects from Sociology, Psychology, Applied Psychology, Government and Politics, Law, Criminology is essential.
The successful candidate will work collaboratively to deliver consistently high-quality learning and teaching. They will take on the role of a form tutor and contribute to the pastoral programme ensuring that students have examined appropriate progression routes. The right candidate will be willing to review current material and contribute to improving resources for students to use both independently and in the classroom. A commitment to developing individual learning skills and a drive to continually improve are key qualities we are looking for in the post holder.We pride ourselves on being a strong and inclusive sixth form community and you will teach students from across the ability range.
What the school offers its staff
Our central belief is that great schools recruit and retain great teachers and leaders. You will be joining an ambitious, collaborative and supportive working environment. You will be working with outstanding colleagues who are passionate about their subject specialism and pedagogy and who show extraordinary commitment and dedication to the young people in their care.
We offer:
• A successful 11-18 mixed comprehensive school with a flourishing Sixth Form
• Impressive teaching and learning facilities
• A vibrant, supportive community with friendly colleagues and students
• A city site in the heart of Cambridge - a centre of excellence
• Trust wide developmental opportunities
This is an exciting time to consider joining our outstanding learning community and we look forward to receiving your application.
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.