Teacher of Sociology, Psychology & Criminology

Teacher of Sociology, Psychology & Criminology Salary Range: £32,916 to £51,048 Contract type: Full Time | Permanent Start date: 01 September 2026 Closing date: 4pm on Wednesday 20 May 2026 Interview dates: Friday 22 May 2026 At the King Edmund School, we are in a bold new chapter. With a brand-new school building, an aspirational student body, and a new Headteacher at the helm, we are seeking to appoint a Teacher of Sociology, Psychology & Criminology to join our inspiring and collaborative Humanities faculty. We are determined to become the school of choice in Essex—a place where every young person is challenged, supported, and inspired to thrive. This isn’t a dream - it is a promise and you will be at the centre of delivering and creating this. The Role We are seeking an enthusiastic and skilled Teacher of Sociology, Psychology & Criminology to join our successful Humanities and Social Sciences faculty. The postholder would teach all social sciences and potentially other Humanities including RE, History and Geography. All subjects are very popular in our school and many of our students progress to pursue Social Science related degrees in higher education. The ideal candidate will empower students to understand the complexities of human behaviour and social structures, cultivate curiosity, empathy, and analytical thinking and help to shape the future of our students through engaging and thought-provoking teaching. What We’re Looking For • A degree, or equivalent experience, with a teaching qualification • Proven ability to teach outstanding lessons across the 11-18 age range, with first class classroom management skills • The ability to work in collaboration with other members of staff to further the department • Exceptional personal organisation and time management skills • A firm understanding of key national and educational policies and issues • The ability to inspire high achievement in young people from all backgrounds • A clear commitment to improving y