Are you an experienced Sociology teacher who loves bringing big ideas to life in the classroom? Confident teaching the specification right through to A-Level and keen to shape a subject from the ground up? This could be your next brilliant move.

We’re working with a forward-thinking 11–18 secondary school in Bristol looking for a full-time Sociology specialist to join them with an immediate start. This is a role for someone ready to take ownership, lead curriculum development and make a real impact on students’ learning journeys.

The Role

• Teach Sociology across Key Stage 4 and Key Stage 5, including A-Level.

• Take the lead on writing and developing the Sociology syllabus, ensuring it’s ambitious, well-sequenced and engaging.

• Deliver lessons that spark curiosity, encourage debate and help students make sense of the world around them.

• Work closely with a supportive team who value collaboration, high expectations and consistency.

• Play an active part in a school culture built on strong relationships, respect and aspiration.

About You

• A qualified teacher with proven experience teaching Sociology to A-Level.

• Confident with exam specifications and assessment requirements.

• Excited by curriculum design and happy to take on subject leadership responsibility.

• Passionate about inclusive, knowledge-rich teaching that supports excellent outcomes for all students.

Why This School?

This Bristol secondary school is known for:

• A clear focus on academic excellence alongside personal development.

• High expectations paired with genuine care and consistency.

• A curriculum designed to challenge, support and inspire young people to aim high.

• A strong sense of community, where staff feel trusted and supported to do their best work.

Apply Now

If you’re ready to lead Sociology, shape a syllabus and join a school that values both expertise and humanity, we’d love to hear from you.

➡️ Apply now for immediate start and take the next step in your teaching career.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

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