Sociology Teacher
Location: Bristol
Type: Ongoing Contract
Dates: ASAP
Pay: MPS & UPS (£168.80 - £261.78)
Elementa are recruiting for a Sociology & Health and Social Care Teacher for a well-regarded secondary school in Bristol. The school has built a strong reputation for delivering high standards of teaching, learning, student behaviour, and academic achievement. With a commitment to providing a supportive and inclusive environment, the school is dedicated to helping both students and staff achieve their full potential.
This role will involve teaching Key Stage 4 Sociology and Health & Social Care, delivering engaging lessons that inspire students and deepen their understanding of social issues, health, wellbeing, and care sectors. There is potential for this position to become a permanent opportunity following an initial trial period.
The school is seeking a teacher who is enthusiastic, innovative, and committed to achieving excellent outcomes for students. Whether you are an Early Career Teacher or a more experienced practitioner looking to further develop your career, the school offers a welcoming environment with excellent support and opportunities for progression.
You'll be joining a collaborative staff team where professional development is prioritised, and where students are responsive, motivated, and eager to learn.
The school is proud to offer:
- A strong commitment to CPD and career development, including coaching, mentoring, and leadership pathways.
- A clear curriculum vision with a focus on high-quality, evidence-informed teaching practices.
- A welcoming and inclusive culture that celebrates diversity and promotes equality.
- Values that are embedded throughout the school community and reflected in everyday practice.
- Well-established KS4 Sociology and Health & Social Care pathways, with opportunities to contribute to curriculum planning and enrichment activities.
- A supportive and collaborative department where staff are encouraged to share ideas, innovate, and develop professionally.
This opportunity would suit a passionate Sociology and Health & Social Care teacher who is eager to make a positive impact and contribute to the continued success of a thriving Bristol school.
Elementa will be managing all applicants and screening their suitability for the school. Elementa are not a supply agency, we are a schools services & recruiting partner to schools. We will manage the candidate vetting & compliance and process your payroll on behalf of the school whilst on trial contract. It's likely that the school will engage the successful candidate on trial contract through Elementa (12-week / 60 day contract, paid to scale from the outset) to assess suitability and then confirm the intention of engagement regarding a permanent contract. Therefore applicants being considered for the role after pre-screening will be required to complete the registration process for Elementa. This includes full vetting & background checks and application for a DBS Enhanced Disclosure (which may be chargeable at £64.20) unless you have a current DBS subscribed to the update service.
Contract & recruitment information
Elementa is the recruiting partner therefore applicants being considered for the role after pre-screening will be required to complete the registration process for Elementa. This includes full vetting & background checks and application for an Enhanced DBS Disclosure (which may be chargeable @£64.20) unless you have a current Enhanced DBS on the update service.
If you have the relevant skills and experience necessary for this role then please apply with your full up to date CV.
ELEMENTA CANDIDATE COMMITMENT:
- Weekly pay – no waiting for monthly payroll cut off dates, Elementa pays one week in lieu.
- PAYE contract – unless a candidate specifically requests it, all candidates are paid via PAYE giving them the protections and payment structure of a traditional employer:employee relationship.
- Training & Support – a broad range of free or heavily discounted training available including Safeguarding, Behaviour, Team Teach, SEND, Makaton and Thrive. Regular welfare contact and support from a dedicated candidate manager.
- Fair pay policy – our candidates are paid to scale, where a variation on this may be required written agreement will be provided ahead of the position.
- Additional services to support our staff – we have a network of partners who offer support services to our candidates … tax returns, accountancy, legal and more.
For more information click apply now below or contact us via phone or email. All applicants will be promptly responded to.