Leader of Social Sciences (Psychology specialism)

Temple Moor High School, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS15 0PT

18 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  September 2026

• Closing date

  20 April 2026 at 12:59am

• Date listed

  31 March 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Subjects: Psychology, Social sciences
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: £32,916.00 - £51,048.00 Annually (FTE) Salary In line with national payscales + TLR 2c equivalent to £ 8611 per annum plus R+R for exceptional candidate

Leader of Social Sciences (Psychology specialism) job summary

Permanent, Full time, Monday - Friday

Discover more about our Curriculum Subjects HERE

Are you passionate about shaping the next generation of critical thinkers, problem solvers and changemakers? Our thriving Social Sciences department is entering an exciting new chapter and we are seeking an inspiring leader to help drive its continued success. With brand new state of the art sixth form facilities, growing student demand and a culture built on excellence in all that we do, this is a rare opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a school that champions both high achievement and personal growth.

Social Sciences is a vibrant and expanding area of our curriculum enriched by dedicated staff, motivated students and a strong record of results across GCSE, A level and vocational pathways. As a team, we are proud to offer one of the most diverse Social Sciences provisions in West Yorkshire, supporting learners to explore the world around them, ask big questions and strive for academic success in a supportive and ambitious environment.

We are particularly keen to hear from candidates with a Psychology specialism as this remains a popular and growing subject at both GCSE and A level. The ideal candidate will bring subject expertise, ambition and the leadership skills needed to continue driving strong outcomes and innovative practice across the department.

If you are an enthusiastic teacher and leader who believes in the power of Social Sciences to transform lives, we would love to welcome you to our community as we continue to grow, innovate and inspire.

About our School

Temple Moor High School and Sixth Form is an outward-facing school, firmly embedded in the heart of our local community. Our ability to adapt to the evolving educational landscape means we are well placed to meet the needs and aspirations of all our learners, ensuring they thrive in a supportive and ambitious environment.

As part of Red Kite Learning Trust, we benefit from a culture of collaboration and professional generosity. This partnership supports our continued drive for excellence, both in the classroom and beyond. We believe we have found the ideal partner to help us raise standards even further and to realise our long-term vision: to become a centre of excellence at the heart of our community.

Joining our team means becoming part of a forward-thinking, values-led organisation where staff are supported, challenged, and inspired to make a lasting impact.

Here’s what you can expect when you join us:

• Generous benefits, rewards and discounts: Full details HERE
• Flexible working options: We support work-life balance and are open to exploring suitable arrangements
• Supportive environment: We prioritise respect, equality, diversity, and well-being
• Community culture: Collaboration and generosity are at the heart of our team
• Professional development: We invest in your growth at every stage of your career

For more about Temple Moor High School and Sixth Form, click the ‘view our careers page’ button.

About You

To be a good fit for this role, you will be:

• An ambitious and reflective practitioner who consistently strives for excellence in teaching, learning and student outcomes.
• An effective and supportive leader who can guide a growing team, model high standards and contribute to the continued development of Social Sciences.
• Committed to enrichment, innovation and wider contribution, helping shape opportunities that engage students and enhance their experience beyond the classroom.
• A specialist in Psychology, bringing strong subject knowledge and the ability to inspire learners across GCSE and A level.

Next Steps

Ready to Apply: If you have all the info you need, click APPLY NOW to start your application.

Let’s Connect: We would love to speak to you to answer any questions you might have about this role or our school. To arrange a convenient time to speak in person, or visit us ahead of applying, please email Kirstie Fraser at FraserK@tmhs.rklt.co.uk

Adjustments: Should you require any adjustments to our recruitment process, please include these within Part Two of our application form under the section ‘Disability and Accessibility’.

Applicant Guidance: Red Kite Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointments will be subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure. We are an equal opportunities employer which welcomes applications from all sectors of the community. We are committed to promoting diversity and want a workforce which reflects the local population of each of our schools. Our recruitment guidelines and privacy notice for applicants can be found HERE.

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.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

Temple Moor High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our students and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We promote diversity and want a workforce which reflects the population of Leeds. Appointments made are subject to an enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service check.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Temple Moor High School

• School type: Academy, ages 11 to 18
• Education phase: Secondary school
• School size: 1333 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 18
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Temple Moor High School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/temple-moor-high-school

Temple Moor High School and Sixth Form, rated ‘good’ by OFSTED in April 2017, is a confident and outward facing school, at the heart of the local community. Able to adapt well to the changing schools’ and educational landscape, we are better prepared to meet the needs and aspirations of all our learners. At Temple Moor we believe in pursuing excellence in everything we do.  By committing to this aspiration, and continual school improvement, we can provide the very best life chances, and next steps in students’ learning at our school, both now and into the future. 

We are part of the Red Kite Learning Trust, which has a philosophy deeply rooted in professional generosity and in helping young people excel within their own schools, and beyond. We believe we have found the right partner to help us to improve standards still further for all our students and to secure our long-term vision – helping us to become a centre of excellence at the heart of the community..

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