Teacher of Sociology

Contract: Permanent

Hours: Full time

Salary: MPS/UPS

Site: Queen Katharine Academy

Closing date:  9am on Friday 29^th May

Start date:  September 2026

Please note the trust may decide to withdraw the advert before the closing date or interview suitable candidates prior to the advert closing.  

Do you have ambition to shape curious minds?

A sense of responsibility to challenge how young people see the world?

Can you build respect for every voice in the room?

If so, Queen Katharine Academy could be your next exciting career step.

Your role:

As a Teacher of Sociology, you will deliver engaging, thought-provoking lessons that bring society into the classroom and secure strong progress for all learners. You will use your subject expertise to stretch, challenge and inspire students to question, analyse and think critically about the world around them.

You will create a purposeful, inclusive environment rooted in ambition, responsibility and respect, where all students feel confident to contribute and succeed. Alongside high-quality planning, assessment and feedback, you will track progress carefully and adapt your teaching to meet the needs of every learner.

Working collaboratively is key. You will contribute to the development of schemes of work, share best practice and support a strong team ethos, while also taking on a tutor role—guiding students’ personal and academic development and building positive relationships that help them thrive.

You will bring strong subject knowledge, hold QTS, and have the ability to deliver engaging and inclusive lessons. Just as importantly, you will be reflective, driven and committed to continuous professional development.

About us:

At Queen Katharine Academy, you will be part of a supportive, diverse and forward-thinking community where staff are genuinely valued. With access to professional development and collaboration through Thomas Deacon Education Trust, this is a place where your career can grow as quickly as your ambition.

Our Social Science department is ambitious for every learner. We strive for all students to achieve their very best, to develop a genuine love for our subjects, and to use their learning to shape their futures.

From GCSE Sociology (AQA) through to a thriving post-16 offer including A-Level Sociology (OCR), Psychology (AQA), BTEC Applied Psychology and Applied Criminology (WJEC), student demand is high and outcomes are strong. Due to the growing demand for Sociology at both GCSE and A-Level, we are looking to appoint an additional colleague to support the delivery of these popular and successful courses.

You will join a skilled and supportive team of four specialists in a well-resourced department where autonomy is encouraged and success is shared. Our results are reflective of this environment, with both GCSE and post-16 students making excellent progress compared with national averages.

This is an exciting time to join us as the department continues to grow. If you are an enthusiastic sociologist who wants to make a real difference, you will find both challenge and support here, along with students ready to be inspired.

Why work for us?:

Join Thomas Deacon Education Trust and be part of a dedicated team committed to "working together to transform lives through education.”  To learn more about the benefits we have on offer, check out our video here: Employee Benefits

At TDET, 95% of our new employees highly rate our induction programme. Benefit from the unwavering support of our dedicated staff, ensuring you feel welcomed and well-prepared from day one.  According to our 2025 staff survey, 91% of staff are proud to work for TDET!

Ready to transform lives through education?  Apply now and make a difference!

TDET - Working together to transform lives through education

Thomas Deacon Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The Academy will require the successful candidate to provide satisfactory references and undertake an Enhanced Check with the Disclosure and Barring Service.

At Thomas Deacon Education Trust, we are committed to equality of opportunity for all. We welcome applications from everyone, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. Join us in fostering an inclusive and supportive environment where all contributions are valued.

If you have any questions regarding this post, please contact the HR Team on e-mail at  hrteam@tdet.education