17 days remaining to apply

  • Start date details

    September 2026

  • Closing date

    16 March 2026 at 9am

  • Date listed

    27 February 2026

Job details

Job role

  • Teacher

Visa sponsorship

Visas cannot be sponsored

Subject

Sociology

Working pattern

Full time

Contract type

Permanent

Full-time equivalent salary

£32,916.00 - £51,048.00 Annually (FTE) + TLR2C

Head of Sociology job summary

We are looking for an inspiring and ambitious individual to become the next Head of Sociology at Farlingaye. You will be leading a popular and successful Sociology department with very strong uptake at GCSE, excellent outcomes, and a committed team of talented and experienced teachers.

The Sociology department is ready for another dynamic leader with the vision and energy to further strengthen the curriculum, build on existing success and take the subject forward in exciting new direction. As Head of Sociology you will provide strategic leadership across key stages 4 & 5, shaping and re-invigorating the curriculum, championing innovative approaches to teaching and learning, and relentlessly driving up standards and outcomes for every student.

Potential candidates are encouraged to visit the school, and will be warmly welcomed. Please contact Lauren Teeling, Headteacher's PA on hr@farlingaye.suffolk.sch.uk or 01394 385720 to make arrangements.

Full information about the job role is detailed in the attached job information book. If you would like to discuss the job role further, please do not hesitate to contact Peter Smith, Headteacher: psmith@farlingaye.suffolk.sch.uk or Nick Webb, Head of Faculty: nwebb@farlingaye.suffolk.sch.uk

Closing Date: 9.00 am Monday, 16th March

Interview Date: Friday, 20th March 2026

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS checks required for all posts.

We are proud to be part of East Anglian Schools Trust (EAST) alongside Bungay High School, Holbrook Academy, Kesgave High School, Castle EAST School, EAST SCITT and six primary schools Aldeburgh, Kyson, Wickham Market, Easton, Leiston and Saxmundham with whom we work closely with.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.
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Commitment to safeguarding

Farlingaye High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share and adhere to this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to provide satisfactory references and undertake an Enhanced Check with the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Applying for the job

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About Farlingaye High School

School type
Academy, ages 11 to 18
Education phase
Secondary school
School size
1883 pupils enrolled
Age range
11 to 18
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School website
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