Social Sciences Teacher

Salary: MPR / UPR (Outer London weighting) + well-being cash plan + pension scheme (TPS) + additional Lift Schools benefits

Hours: Full Time

Contract type: Fixed term (August 2027)

Start date: September 2026

Are you committed to understanding people, behaviour and society?

Do you want to teach ambitious sixth form students who are curious about the world and ready to challenge ideas?

We are seeking an enthusiastic and knowledgeable Teacher of Sociology and Psychology (Key Stage 5) to join our thriving post-16 provision. This is an exciting opportunity to shape young minds, deliver engaging lessons, and help students achieve outstanding outcomes as they prepare for university, apprenticeships and future careers.

You will:

• Teach Sociology and Psychology at KS5
• Plan and deliver high-quality, engaging lessons that inspire deep thinking
• Track progress and provide targeted support to maximise student achievement
• Contribute to curriculum development and enrichment opportunities
• Play an active role in our supportive sixth form and wider school community

We're looking for someone who:

• Has excellent subject knowledge in Sociology and/or Psychology
• Holds QTS
• Has experience teaching KS5 or a motivation for post-16 teaching
• Builds positive relationships and high expectations for all learners
• Is reflective, collaborative and committed to continuous improvement

About Lift Aylward

Located in the heart of Edmonton, North London, Lift Aylward is a vibrant 11-18 learning community of over 1,000 students, including a thriving and ambitious sixth form. We're proud to serve a richly diverse community where many of our students speak English as an additional language and bring a wealth of cultural perspectives to school life. Our inclusive ethos ensures that every young person, whatever their starting point, has the opportunity to achieve and thrive. In our latest Ofsted inspection (December 2025) Lift Aylward was recognised for its strong inclusive culture, with inspectors commenting that "inclusion leaders and staff are highly skilled" and provide tailored support so every pupil can succeed.

Who is Lift Schools?

We're a diverse and inclusive network of schools with one clear mission; to provide an excellent education to every child - in every classroom, every day. And we do this across each of our 58 schools. As with our students, we want our team to be empowered to do their best work, supported by the best leadership they've ever had.

We acknowledge and appreciate the exceptional efforts of everyone here in making this an incredible organisation.

We offer you:

• Career development and training: Access a wide range of statutory and developmental training to boost your career.
• Our partnership with One World powers our innovative Instructional Excellence Program. We also offer a comprehensive range of CPD programs, including Ambition Institute's Early Career and NPQ offerings, tailored to both individual and network needs.
• Generous benefits: From your pension plan to healthcare and financial support, we've got you covered.
• Lifestyle perks: Enjoy discounted gym memberships and travel deals.

The role is due to commence September 2026. This is a full time, fixed term position (August 2027).

Closing date: 1 April 2026

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response. All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application.

Lift Schools are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our people and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair and consistent recruitment process which is inline with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.

Lift Schools embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Job share, part-time and flexible working opportunities will be considered.

We are a Disability Confident Employer and there is a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.