Social Sciences Specialist (Psychology, Sociology & Politics)

Job Title: Social Sciences Teacher (Psychology & Sociology)

Salary/Rate: £150 - £210 per day

Location: South Woodham Ferrers area, Essex

Are you a dedicated Social Sciences Specialist seeking a focused Upper-School teaching role?

Randstad Education is seeking talented Psychology, Sociology, and Politics Teachers for high-performing secondary schools in the South Woodham Ferrers catchment. This position is suited to passionate educators keen to deliver GCSE and Sixth Form A-Level programmes within a collaborative department.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver GCSE and linear A-Level Psychology and/or Sociology to Key Stage 4 and Key Stage 5 students.

• Construct challenging academic lessons structured to prepare pupils effectively for linear examinations (AQA/OCR specs).

• Offer academic guidance, UCAS application mentoring, and exam preparation strategies to Sixth Form students.

Candidate Requirements:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS/QTLS) or relevant FE credential alongside a Social Sciences degree.

• Proven track record of teaching Social Sciences at GCSE and A-Level standard.

• Mandatory UK Right to Work and a valid Enhanced DBS check.

Benefits of Working with Us:

• Personalized support from local Essex recruitment specialists.

• Direct access to long-term placement pathways and permanent opportunities.

• Reliable, prompt weekly pay options (PAYE or Umbrella).

How to Apply

Please apply immediately with your CV or contact Riya at [email removed] for more information. We are the UK market leader for recruitment in education. We have nearly two decades of experience helping teachers and support staff find temporary and permanent roles in schools, colleges, and nurseries. We partner with over 2,500 schools each week, supporting more than 135,000 children every day across the country, which allows us to find the right match for your skills.

experience

Teaching

skills

good classroom management

qualifications

QTS

education

high school