Job Description:

Social Science Teacher - Sixth Form / Secondary School

📍 Location: Dorset
📅 Start Date: September 2026
💼 Contract Type: Full-time, Long-term / Temp-to-Perm
💷 Salary: Paid to scale (MPS/UPS)

TimePlan Education is seeking a passionate and dedicated Social Science Teacher to join a thriving secondary school and sixth form in the Bournemouth area starting as soon as possible. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified teacher to make a real impact on student achievement within a supportive and dynamic learning environment.

The Role

• Teaching Sociology, Psychology, and Criminology across Key Stage 5
  * Planning and delivering engaging, challenging, and differentiated lessons
  * Supporting students to achieve their academic and personal potential
  * Monitoring progress and providing effective feedback to drive attainment
  * Participating in departmental planning, assessments, enrichment activities, and school-wide initiatives

The Ideal Candidate

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent teaching qualification
  * Has experience teaching Sociology, Psychology, and/or Criminology at KS5 level
  * Strong classroom management and communication skills
  * Passionate about inspiring students and promoting a positive learning culture
  * Committed to raising achievement and supporting student success
  * Available to start in September 2026

Why Join Through TimePlan Education?

• Competitive pay, in line with MPS/UPS pay scales
  * A personal consultant dedicated to supporting your career journey
  * Opportunities for ongoing CPD and professional development
  * Option of a temp-to-perm placement depending on performance and school needs
  * Access to a wide network of schools and exciting teaching opportunities

🌟 Whether you're an experienced Social Science Teacher or an enthusiastic ECT with a specialism in Sociology, Psychology, or Criminology, this is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking school community in a beautiful coastal location.

To apply, please submit your CV today or contact us on (phone number removed) to find out more!

TimePlan Education are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and young people and expect all staff to show this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to complete Disclosure and Barring Service declarations in line with Section 115 of the Police Act 1997. You will also be required to provide 2 professional references covering at least the last 2 years, and complete our online application followed by a video or face to face interview. TimePlan Education is a committed Equal Opportunities Employer and therefore will not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, ethnicity, disability or sexual orientation.