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Lead Teacher of Sociology

Job details
Posting date: 07 March 2026
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 20 March 2026
Location: Broadstairs, Kent, CT10 2RL
Company: Teaching Vacancies
Job type: Permanent
Job reference: 3793ffd9-beba-447c-b849-3984a53f0f81

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Summary

What skills and experience we're looking for

A dedicated and enthusiastic Lead Teacher of Sociology is required for September 2026to teach at The Charles Dickens School. We can offer either a full time or a part time role.

The successful candidate should be well qualified, dynamic and capable of facilitating excellent learning, with the ability to teach a second subject - ideally an English or a Humanities subject. You will be expected to Lead Sociology with the drive to deliver excellent standards of attainment and achievement. This post offers an excellent opportunity to work within a strong, successful and supportive department and would suit an experienced professional looking to further their expertise.

What the school offers its staff

The School has excellent facilities. All rooms are equipped with state-of-the art electronic interactive whiteboards. There are excellent specialist facilities for sport, hospitality, engineering, dance, drama, music and art. We have a Specialist Resource Provision for visually-impaired children. We offer and value a broad curriculum aimed at promoting talent beyond traditional academic subjects. Our significant investment in professional development drives colleagues’ continuous improvement. This is a place where everyone improves regardless of their career stage.

Commitment to safeguarding

In line with KCSIE 2022 guidance, 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 at interview stage. The Charles Dickens School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure application via the Disclosure & Barring Service and check against the ISA Barred List for Children.

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