Teacher of Psychology and Sociology
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 18 Ebrill 2026 |
|---|---|
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 01 Mai 2026 |
| Lleoliad: | Stevenage, Hertfordshire, SG1 4AE |
| Cwmni: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | 90821036-dce6-443c-9f20-c204d71f5097 |
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What skills and experience we're looking for
Teacher of Psychology & SociologyFull Time | Permanent | September 2026 StartSalary: MPS1–UPS3 (ECTs welcome to apply)
Saint John Henry Newman Catholic Schoolis seeking to appoint a passionate and dedicated Teacher of Psychology & Sociology to join our thriving Social Sciences department from September 2026.
Psychology and Sociology are highly valued and oversubscribed subjects within our Sixth Form, with consistently strong outcomes and excellent progression to higher education. You will join a team of committed subject specialists who are passionate about delivering engaging, high-quality teaching and supporting student success.
We welcome applications from both experienced teachers and Early Career Teachers (ECTs) completing their training in 2026.
The RoleYou will:
• Teach A Level Psychology and Sociology (AQA specifications)
• Contribute to curriculum planning and development
• Deliver engaging lessons that inspire and challenge students
• Assess, monitor, and support student progress
• Participate in the wider life of the school, including enrichment and trips
The Ideal Candidate Will:
• Be an enthusiastic and reflective classroom practitioner
• Have strong subject knowledge in Psychology and/or Sociology
• Be committed to high standards of teaching and learning
• Support the Catholic ethos and values of the school
• Be eager to contribute to a collaborative and supportive department
What the school offers its staff
Why Join Us?
• A high-performing and supportive Social Sciences department
• Strong uptake and outcomes at A Level
• A culture of professional development and collaboration
• A welcoming school community with a clear moral purpose
Safeguarding is at the heart of everything we do. The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. An enhanced DBS check will be required.
Further details about the role
PSYCHOLOGY & SOCIOLOGY DEPT. INFORMATION 2025-2026
Psychology and Sociology are well established and highly valued subjects within the Sixth Form at The Saint John Henry Newman Catholic School. Both subjects are consistently popular with students and are recognised for strong academic outcomes, high levels of engagement, and clear progression routes into higher education.
The department is staffed by subject specialists with a strong commitment to high-quality teaching, curriculum development, and student achievement.
Psychology
Psychology is an extremely popular subject and is consistently oversubscribed. Students are drawn to Psychology due to its relevance to real-life experiences and its focus on understanding human behaviour, relationships, and mental processes.
Students follow the AQA A Level Psychology (7182) specification, which offers a broad and engaging curriculum. Assessment consists of three examination papers at the end of Year 13.
In Year 12, students’ study:
• Social Influence
• Memory
• Developmental Psychology
• Clinical Psychology
• Approaches in Psychology
• Biopsychology
• Research Methods
In Year 13, students’ study:
• Issues and Debates in Psychology
• Gender
• Aggression
• Schizophrenia
Students develop a strong understanding of psychological theories, research studies, and methodological approaches, alongside the ability to evaluate and apply knowledge effectively in examinations. Results are consistently strong, year on year.
Psychology provides students with a robust academic skill set, including critical thinking, evaluation of research, independent learning, and extended writing, making it excellent preparation for university study. Each year, many students progress to read Psychology and related subjects at degree level.
Sociology
Sociology has been offered successfully in the Sixth Form for many years and plays an important role in supporting students’ understanding of society, social structures, inequality, and cultural change. It is a highly sought-after choice among students and outcomes in Sociology are strong each year. The AQA A Level Sociology specification is taught over two years.
In Year 12, students’ study:
• Families and Households
• Education
• Sociological Theory and Methods
In Year 13, students’ study:
• Beliefs in Society
• Crime and Deviance
• Sociological Theory and Methods
Through the study of Sociology, students develop a wide range of highly transferable academic and practical skills. These include the ability to analyse and evaluate sociological theories and research, interpret data, and construct well-reasoned arguments supported by evidence. Students become confident in extended writing, critical reading, and comparing differing viewpoints, while also developing a strong understanding of research methods, ethical considerations, and the role of evidence in shaping social knowledge.
Sociology also encourages students to think critically about contemporary social issues such as inequality, crime, education, belief systems, and family structures, fostering independent thought, empathy, and social awareness. These skills support intellectual maturity and prepare students to engage thoughtfully with the world around them.
The subject provides an excellent foundation for higher education, with many students progressing to degree courses in areas such as Sociology, Criminology, Psychology, Social Work, Education, Law and Politics.
Commitment to safeguarding
Safeguarding Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Therefore, the position is subject to safeguarding checks that will include the receipt of satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS check. Following the shortlisting stage, and prior to making a final decision, the School will collect and process information publicly available about you by conducting a brief online search using an internet search engine. We do this to ensure that the school acts in accordance with its obligations set out in Keeping Children Safe in Education.
Teacher of Psychology & SociologyFull Time | Permanent | September 2026 StartSalary: MPS1–UPS3 (ECTs welcome to apply)
Saint John Henry Newman Catholic Schoolis seeking to appoint a passionate and dedicated Teacher of Psychology & Sociology to join our thriving Social Sciences department from September 2026.
Psychology and Sociology are highly valued and oversubscribed subjects within our Sixth Form, with consistently strong outcomes and excellent progression to higher education. You will join a team of committed subject specialists who are passionate about delivering engaging, high-quality teaching and supporting student success.
We welcome applications from both experienced teachers and Early Career Teachers (ECTs) completing their training in 2026.
The RoleYou will:
• Teach A Level Psychology and Sociology (AQA specifications)
• Contribute to curriculum planning and development
• Deliver engaging lessons that inspire and challenge students
• Assess, monitor, and support student progress
• Participate in the wider life of the school, including enrichment and trips
The Ideal Candidate Will:
• Be an enthusiastic and reflective classroom practitioner
• Have strong subject knowledge in Psychology and/or Sociology
• Be committed to high standards of teaching and learning
• Support the Catholic ethos and values of the school
• Be eager to contribute to a collaborative and supportive department
What the school offers its staff
Why Join Us?
• A high-performing and supportive Social Sciences department
• Strong uptake and outcomes at A Level
• A culture of professional development and collaboration
• A welcoming school community with a clear moral purpose
Safeguarding is at the heart of everything we do. The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. An enhanced DBS check will be required.
Further details about the role
PSYCHOLOGY & SOCIOLOGY DEPT. INFORMATION 2025-2026
Psychology and Sociology are well established and highly valued subjects within the Sixth Form at The Saint John Henry Newman Catholic School. Both subjects are consistently popular with students and are recognised for strong academic outcomes, high levels of engagement, and clear progression routes into higher education.
The department is staffed by subject specialists with a strong commitment to high-quality teaching, curriculum development, and student achievement.
Psychology
Psychology is an extremely popular subject and is consistently oversubscribed. Students are drawn to Psychology due to its relevance to real-life experiences and its focus on understanding human behaviour, relationships, and mental processes.
Students follow the AQA A Level Psychology (7182) specification, which offers a broad and engaging curriculum. Assessment consists of three examination papers at the end of Year 13.
In Year 12, students’ study:
• Social Influence
• Memory
• Developmental Psychology
• Clinical Psychology
• Approaches in Psychology
• Biopsychology
• Research Methods
In Year 13, students’ study:
• Issues and Debates in Psychology
• Gender
• Aggression
• Schizophrenia
Students develop a strong understanding of psychological theories, research studies, and methodological approaches, alongside the ability to evaluate and apply knowledge effectively in examinations. Results are consistently strong, year on year.
Psychology provides students with a robust academic skill set, including critical thinking, evaluation of research, independent learning, and extended writing, making it excellent preparation for university study. Each year, many students progress to read Psychology and related subjects at degree level.
Sociology
Sociology has been offered successfully in the Sixth Form for many years and plays an important role in supporting students’ understanding of society, social structures, inequality, and cultural change. It is a highly sought-after choice among students and outcomes in Sociology are strong each year. The AQA A Level Sociology specification is taught over two years.
In Year 12, students’ study:
• Families and Households
• Education
• Sociological Theory and Methods
In Year 13, students’ study:
• Beliefs in Society
• Crime and Deviance
• Sociological Theory and Methods
Through the study of Sociology, students develop a wide range of highly transferable academic and practical skills. These include the ability to analyse and evaluate sociological theories and research, interpret data, and construct well-reasoned arguments supported by evidence. Students become confident in extended writing, critical reading, and comparing differing viewpoints, while also developing a strong understanding of research methods, ethical considerations, and the role of evidence in shaping social knowledge.
Sociology also encourages students to think critically about contemporary social issues such as inequality, crime, education, belief systems, and family structures, fostering independent thought, empathy, and social awareness. These skills support intellectual maturity and prepare students to engage thoughtfully with the world around them.
The subject provides an excellent foundation for higher education, with many students progressing to degree courses in areas such as Sociology, Criminology, Psychology, Social Work, Education, Law and Politics.
Commitment to safeguarding
Safeguarding Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Therefore, the position is subject to safeguarding checks that will include the receipt of satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS check. Following the shortlisting stage, and prior to making a final decision, the School will collect and process information publicly available about you by conducting a brief online search using an internet search engine. We do this to ensure that the school acts in accordance with its obligations set out in Keeping Children Safe in Education.