Long‑Term Sociology Teacher - Secondary School | March 2026 Start Location: Tewkesbury Contract: Full-Time (Monday-Friday) Hours: 8:15am - 3:15pm Salary: Competitive (Dependent on Experience) Are you a passionate and engaging Sociology Teacher seeking a long‑term role within a nurturing and forward‑thinking secondary school? We are working closely with a school in Tewkesbury that is looking to appoint an enthusiastic Sociology specialist to join their team from March 2026. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who values stability, strong departmental support, and the chance to make a meaningful impact on young people's understanding of society, culture, and the world around them. The school offers a warm, inclusive, and aspirational environment where every student is encouraged to aim high and grow in confidence. Proudly serving its local community, the school places great emphasis on creating an atmosphere built on fairness, respect, and clear expectations. Staff work together to remove barriers, promote equality, and ensure every student-regardless of background-can thrive academically, socially, and personally. With a strong commitment to developing independence, critical-thinking skills, and ambition, the school is dedicated to preparing students for further study, future careers, and life beyond the classroom. Why This School? A welcoming and values-led community grounded in mutual respect A positive, collaborative culture that nurtures high standards and strong working relationships Excellent pastoral systems prioritising wellbeing, confidence, and personal growth A leadership team committed to staff development, training, and work-life balance A modern, community-focused school serving families across Tewkesbury and surrounding areas About the Role As a Long‑Term Sociology Teacher, you will deliver engaging and thought‑provoking lessons to KS4 and KS5 learners. You will bring strong subject knowledge, an enthusiasm for the social sciences, and the ability to create purposeful lessons that develop curiosity, analytical thinking, and a deeper understanding of societal structures. Building positive relationships, encouraging open discussion, and fostering critical thought will be central to your classroom practice. Key Responsibilities Plan and deliver high‑quality Sociology lessons aligned with KS4 and KS5 curriculum requirements Support students in developing strong analytical, evaluative, and written communication skills Collaborate with colleagues within the department, maintaining consistency with school policies and curriculum expectations Create a calm, structured, and inclusive classroom environment Encourage curiosity, debate, critical thinking, and a deeper understanding of contemporary social issues Provide targeted support to students who need additional help with confidence, behaviour, or academic progress Contribute positively to the school's community-focused and inclusive ethos Promote high standards in extended writing, independent study, and sociological investigation What We're Looking For QTS and experience teaching Sociology at secondary level (KS4/KS5) Strong classroom management and excellent communication skills Ability to challenge, inspire, and support learners of mixed abilities A proactive, positive, and enthusiastic approach to teaching Genuine passion for Sociology and supporting young people's academic journeys Commitment to safeguarding, inclusion, and the school's core values Secondary teaching experience preferred - ECTs welcome to apply Benefits of Working with Monarch Education: Leading provider, Crown Commercial Service Approved Opportunity to enhance your CPD portfolio through our Affinity Academy Free Safeguarding training Refer a friend scheme - £200 bonus (you can make unlimited referrals) Online portal to manage your pay and timesheets To learn more about us and what makes Monarch one of the leading education recruitment providers nationwide - please visit our website - About Us - Monarch (monarcheducation.co.uk) Important Information: All pay rates provided are inclusive of rolled up holiday pay. Equal Opportunities - Monarch Affinity Workforce Solutions and Monarch Education are committed to safeguarding and promoting welfare of children and young people and expects all its temporary workers to share these commitments. As this role involves working with children daily, regulated activity is that any successful applicant's applications will, accordance with statutory guidance, be subject to 2 employment references, an enhanced DBS check and a right to work in the UK check. This vacancy is based in the United Kingdom. Monarch Education operate in the UK and can only process applications from candidates who are currently UK residents and eligible to work in the UK. Whilst we will endeavour to contact you following your response, due to the high volume of applications we regret that this cannot always be possible. If you have not had notification from us within 30 days please take your application as not being successful this time but we will keep your details on file for future opportunities.