Head of Social Sciences – Lead and Inspire Location: Brackley Start Date: September 2025 Contract: Full-Time, Permanent Salary: MPS/UPS TLR (depending on experience) We are seeking an exceptional and driven Head of Social Sciences to lead a dynamic and high-performing department at [School Name]. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced educator with a passion for subjects that shape critical thinking, civic understanding, and global awareness. Subjects within the department may include: Sociology Psychology Politics Criminology Health & Social Care Citizenship The Role: As Head of Social Sciences, you will provide strategic leadership, ensuring excellent teaching and learning across all subject areas. You’ll lead a dedicated team and be responsible for raising standards, supporting curriculum development, and promoting a culture of academic excellence. What We’re Looking For: Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) Strong experience teaching at least one Social Science subject to GCSE and A-Level A proven track record of raising attainment and leading improvement Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills A commitment to inclusive, student-centred learning Key Responsibilities: Oversee curriculum planning, assessment, and teaching across the Social Sciences Support and develop teaching staff within the department Monitor student progress and implement effective interventions Foster a love of learning and critical inquiry among students Champion enrichment activities, debates, and external opportunities What We Offer: A forward-thinking school with a strong commitment to academic excellence A collaborative and well-resourced department Leadership development opportunities and CPD support Motivated and engaged students A supportive and inclusive school community If you're an ambitious and enthusiastic leader ready to shape the future of Social Sciences at [School Name], we’d love to hear from you. To Apply: Please send your CV and a cover letter to All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for 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. Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants. We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.