Lead Practitioner of Social Sciences – Secondary Academy in Buckinghamshire (January Start)
- Permanent, Full-time
An ambitious secondary academy in Buckinghamshire is seeking an engaging Lead Practitioner of Social Sciences to oversee teaching standards, curriculum integration, and academic progress across Sociology and Criminology starting in January.
Job Overview
The Lead Practitioner of Social Sciences will take strategic responsibility for pedagogy, internal moderation, and student attainment across Key Stage 4 and Key Stage 5 (GCSE Sociology, A-Level Sociology, and Level 3 WJEC Criminology).
You will teach across these disciplines, lead staff coaching in theoretical analysis (Marxism, Functionalism, Feminism) and crime scene evaluation, and ensure internal controlled assessments meet strict awarding body standards. This is a full-time, permanent position.
Key Responsibilities
Teach engaging, theoretical Sociology and Criminology lessons across Key Stage 4 (GCSE) and Key Stage 5 (A-Level / Level 3 WJEC)
Lead quality assurance and internal moderation for WJEC Criminology controlled assessment units
Coach and mentor social science teachers to enhance essay-mentoring skills and theoretical debate techniques
Design cohesive social science schemes of work that build analytical essay-writing skills from KS4 into KS5
Monitor assessment data to identify achievement gaps and implement structured academic interventions
Support Sixth Form students with competitive UCAS applications for Sociology, Criminology, and Law degrees
Role Overview & Specifications
Start Date: January
Contract Type: Full-time, permanent contract
Location: Buckinghamshire
Salary / Pay Rate: Lead Practitioner Scale (LP1–LP5 equivalent)
Key Curriculum: AQA Sociology / WJEC Criminology
Candidate Requirements
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS, QTLS) with a degree in Sociology, Criminology, or Social Policy
Proven history of delivering high-performing GCSE/A-Level Sociology or Level 3 Criminology results
Experience in controlled assessment moderation, curriculum auditing, or peer coaching
Outstanding verbal and written communication skills with strong essay-structure mentoring abilities
An active enhanced DBS check on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)
How to Apply: Please send your CV at your earliest convenience to be considered for this Lead Practitioner of Social Sciences position in Buckinghamshire for a January start.