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Psychology and Sociology Teacher
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 02 Mehefin 2026 |
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| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 08 Mehefin 2026 |
| Lleoliad: | Leek, Staffordshire, ST13 8NP |
| Cwmni: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | 05f84c99-7c34-4f45-8e7a-8e19e709480e |
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What skills and experience we're looking for
Teacher of Psychology & Sociology (KS3–5)
MPS/UPS-PermanentFull Time / Part Time / Flexible Working Considered
Are you a passionate and dedicated teacher of Psychology and Sociology looking to inspire students across Key Stages 3–5?
TheTalentumLearning Trust isseekingto appoint an enthusiastic and knowledgeable teacher to deliver high-quality teaching across Westwood College and Leek High School. This is an excellent opportunity for both early career teachers and experienced practitioners to join a supportive and forward-thinking Trust.
About the Role
You will play a key role in delivering engaging and challenging lessons, supporting students to achieve their full potential and develop a strong understanding of Psychology and Sociology.
You will:
• Deliver high-quality teaching across KS3–5 (depending on experience)
• Plan and teach engaging lessons that promote curiosity, criticalthinkingand academic success
• Assess,monitorand support student progress to ensure strong outcomes
• Contribute to curriculum development within Psychology and Sociology
• Support wider school priorities including safeguarding,behaviourand attendance
• Contribute to enrichment opportunities and the wider life of the school’s community
•
What We Are Looking For
We are looking for a committed and enthusiastic teacher who:
• Has, or is working towards, Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Has a strong subject knowledge in Psychology and/or Sociology
• Is passionate about high-quality teaching and learning
• Can motivate and inspire students of all abilities
• Has a commitment to inclusion,safeguardingand student wellbeing
• Works effectively as part of a team and contributes positively to school life
We welcome applications from full-time,part-timeor flexible working candidates, and encourage applicants at all stages of their career.
What the school offers its staff
About Westwood College, Leek HighSchooland TheTalentumLearning Trust
Westwood College isa13-18academy with a strong local reputation, combining a rich heritage with a clear focus onhigh expectations, personaldevelopmentand continuous improvement. We are proud of our inclusive ethos and our commitment to valuing individuality, ensuring every studenthas the opportunity tosucceed. The college promotes positive relationships,high standardsof behaviour and a culture where students are challenged and supported to achieve their full potential.
Leek High School is a mixed secondary academy serving students aged 13–18, witha clear visiontoinspire a love of learning so that every young person believes in their dreams and celebrates achievement. The school’s core values of Inspire, Believe and Achieve underpin a broad,balancedand inclusive curriculum, strong pastoralsupportand a caring, supportive learning environment. Leek High School placesgreat importanceon positive relationships, respect and recognising the individual strengths and needs of every student, enabling them to flourish both academically and personally.
Both schools are proud members of TheTalentumLearning Trust (TTLT). The Trustcomprisesnine schools in and around Leek, Staffordshire Moorlands, working collaboratively to deliver high-quality education for their local communities. TTLT’s shared mission of “Excellence for All” drives high aspirations for students and staff alike, strong collaboration between schools, and a commitment to professional development and continuous improvement across the Trust.
Through this partnership, Westwood College and Leek High School benefit from sharedexpertise, consistent values and a collective focus on inclusion,ambitionand achievement, ensuring young people are prepared for the next stage of their education and future lives.
What We Are Looking For
A passionate,reflectiveand highly motivated teacher
Strong subject knowledge and a commitment to inclusive, high-quality teaching
The confidence and capability to lead others and drive improvement
A commitment to collaboration, professionallearningand safeguarding
What We Offer
• Commitment to your professional development
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Supportive working environment within a collaborative Trust
• Free onsite parking and staff facilities
• Access to school multigym before and after work
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
Teacher of Psychology & Sociology (KS3–5)
MPS/UPS-PermanentFull Time / Part Time / Flexible Working Considered
Are you a passionate and dedicated teacher of Psychology and Sociology looking to inspire students across Key Stages 3–5?
TheTalentumLearning Trust isseekingto appoint an enthusiastic and knowledgeable teacher to deliver high-quality teaching across Westwood College and Leek High School. This is an excellent opportunity for both early career teachers and experienced practitioners to join a supportive and forward-thinking Trust.
About the Role
You will play a key role in delivering engaging and challenging lessons, supporting students to achieve their full potential and develop a strong understanding of Psychology and Sociology.
You will:
• Deliver high-quality teaching across KS3–5 (depending on experience)
• Plan and teach engaging lessons that promote curiosity, criticalthinkingand academic success
• Assess,monitorand support student progress to ensure strong outcomes
• Contribute to curriculum development within Psychology and Sociology
• Support wider school priorities including safeguarding,behaviourand attendance
• Contribute to enrichment opportunities and the wider life of the school’s community
•
What We Are Looking For
We are looking for a committed and enthusiastic teacher who:
• Has, or is working towards, Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Has a strong subject knowledge in Psychology and/or Sociology
• Is passionate about high-quality teaching and learning
• Can motivate and inspire students of all abilities
• Has a commitment to inclusion,safeguardingand student wellbeing
• Works effectively as part of a team and contributes positively to school life
We welcome applications from full-time,part-timeor flexible working candidates, and encourage applicants at all stages of their career.
What the school offers its staff
About Westwood College, Leek HighSchooland TheTalentumLearning Trust
Westwood College isa13-18academy with a strong local reputation, combining a rich heritage with a clear focus onhigh expectations, personaldevelopmentand continuous improvement. We are proud of our inclusive ethos and our commitment to valuing individuality, ensuring every studenthas the opportunity tosucceed. The college promotes positive relationships,high standardsof behaviour and a culture where students are challenged and supported to achieve their full potential.
Leek High School is a mixed secondary academy serving students aged 13–18, witha clear visiontoinspire a love of learning so that every young person believes in their dreams and celebrates achievement. The school’s core values of Inspire, Believe and Achieve underpin a broad,balancedand inclusive curriculum, strong pastoralsupportand a caring, supportive learning environment. Leek High School placesgreat importanceon positive relationships, respect and recognising the individual strengths and needs of every student, enabling them to flourish both academically and personally.
Both schools are proud members of TheTalentumLearning Trust (TTLT). The Trustcomprisesnine schools in and around Leek, Staffordshire Moorlands, working collaboratively to deliver high-quality education for their local communities. TTLT’s shared mission of “Excellence for All” drives high aspirations for students and staff alike, strong collaboration between schools, and a commitment to professional development and continuous improvement across the Trust.
Through this partnership, Westwood College and Leek High School benefit from sharedexpertise, consistent values and a collective focus on inclusion,ambitionand achievement, ensuring young people are prepared for the next stage of their education and future lives.
What We Are Looking For
A passionate,reflectiveand highly motivated teacher
Strong subject knowledge and a commitment to inclusive, high-quality teaching
The confidence and capability to lead others and drive improvement
A commitment to collaboration, professionallearningand safeguarding
What We Offer
• Commitment to your professional development
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Supportive working environment within a collaborative Trust
• Free onsite parking and staff facilities
• Access to school multigym before and after work
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.