Teacher of Secondary Sociology - part time - one term contract (maternity cover)

We are looking for an enthusiastic and well-qualified teacher of Secondary Sociology - part time for one term to cover a maternity leave. This role is solely to teach AQA A level Sociology to one class in year 12, and one class in year 13. The teaching load will be 10 hours spread out across the week. We are open minded to the person we will appoint to the role and envisage resources for most lessons to be prepared in advance for the successful candidate to deliver. If you have the residency requirements to live and work in Switzerland, then please do apply.

RESPONSIBLE TO

• Head of Geography

KEY TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead, motivate and inspire others, generating an enthusiasm for Sociology amongst pupils and colleagues. 
• Audit, manage, organise and develop suitable resources for teaching and learning.
• Teach A level and AS level sociology lessons.
• Track student progress and work with the Head of department if there are any concerns. 
• Submit an annual budget bid that is informed by this improvement plan and manage the budget, keeping within designated limits of spending. 
• Keep abreast of developments in Sociology education, continuously looking to strengthen your own knowledge, understanding and expertise. 
• Attend relevant in-service training, and organise and lead training for others as appropriate.
• Seek to develop external links to enrich the education that we provide. 
• Represent the School at relevant local, national or international meetings. 
• Be involved, as appropriate, in the induction of new members of staff. 
• Ensure that staff and pupils work in a safe manner in accordance with these risk assessments and with the School’s policy on Health and Safety. 

How to apply

Applications should be made through our TES school portal in English and consist of a covering letter (no more than two sides of A4) outlining how you meet the personal specification and a completed online application form. The covering letter can be uploaded as part of your application on the TES. Please don’t apply outside of the TES platform. 

In your application letter you should ensure that you outline your impact and successes and how you meet the job description and person specification. Due to the large number of applications we get for every role, it may not be possible to contact every candidate but we thank you in advance for your interest in our school.

Safer recruitment

GES is committed to equalities, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We welcome applications from suitable candidates no matter their gender, race, religion, sexual orientation, or disability. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers, enhanced national/international criminal records checks and prohibition from teaching checks. In some instances social media/Internet checks may also be carried out.