Head of Social Sciences

3 weeks ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom Hendon School Full time

Are you a passionate teacher looking for your next step? We are looking for a highly driven Head of Social Sciences to inspire and enthuse students in the study of the Social Sciences.

The department delivers Sociology at GCSE and it is an extremely popular choice. At key stage 5, we offer Sociology, Psychology and Criminology. The successful candidate will be able to deliver Sociology to A-level and to communicate to students a passion for the Social Sciences and their importance in modern Britain.

You will have the leadership skills, experience and ideas to continue to drive the department's journey towards excellence.

Why work at Hendon?

Hendon School is a great place to work. At a time when there is so much attention, deservedly so, on teacher wellbeing and workloads, we are committed to ensuring our staff have work-life balance by reducing unnecessary admin work and meetings. We dedicate time and resources to staff wellbeing and development. We are looking for staff who share our commitment to developing themselves personally as well as professionally, who are open to feedback and development and share our vision for our school values – lead, believe, achieve, belong. We believe very strongly that education can be transformative for all. We'd love you to be part of the transformation of our students.

We are seeking someone with:

A passion for teaching and learning.The ability to motivate and inspire the department and students.The ability to stimulate curiosity, interest and enjoyment of Social SciencesCreative teaching skills and a professional approach.High expectations of students.The determination to raise student achievement.Team skills.Candidates must complete the School Application Form, which can be accessed on our website or via TES

Completed application forms should be returned to

Closing date: 20 May 2024

Applications will be considered upon receipt and interviews can take place at any time. The school reserves the right to close this post at an earlier date should a successful appointment be made.

Please Note: CVs will not be considered.

We are fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

We are determined to make Hendon School a fair and equal place, where everyone has the same opportunity to reach their potential.

All posts are subject to an Enhanced DBS disclosure.

We can only accept applicants who have the right to work in the UK.



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