Teacher of Psychology or Sociology or Health and Social Care or PE
Westwood College, Leek, Staffordshire, ST13 8NP13 days remaining to apply
Job start date
1 September 2026
Closing date
15 June 2026 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
2 June 2026
Job details
Job role
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 3, Key stage 4, Key stage 5
Subjects
- Health and social care, Physical education, Psychology, Sociology
Working pattern
- Full time, part time: 32.50 Monday-Friday. Flexible to candidates who are looking at part time or full time.
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- Main Scale- Upper Scale
What skills and experience we're looking for
Are you a passionate and dedicated teacher of either Psychology or Sociology, Health and Social care or Physical Education looking to inspire students across Key Stages 3–5? We have flexibility with our timetable to appoint to any of these subjects and welcome applications from candidates across these disciplines.
We welcome applications from full-time, part-time or flexible working candidates, and encourage applicants at all stages of their career.
We are looking for a committed and enthusiastic teacher who:
- Has, or is working towards, Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
- Is passionate about high-quality teaching and learning
- Can motivate and inspire students of all abilities
- Has a commitment to inclusion, safeguarding and student wellbeing
- Works effectively as part of a team and contributes positively to school life
What the school offers its staff
About Westwood College, Leek High School and The Talentum Learning Trust
Westwood College is a 13-18 academy with a strong local reputation, combining a rich heritage with a clear focus on high expectations, personal development and continuous improvement. We are proud of our inclusive ethos and our commitment to valuing individuality, ensuring every student has the opportunity to succeed. The college promotes positive relationships, high standards of behaviour and a culture where students are challenged and supported to achieve their full potential.
Leek High School is a mixed secondary academy serving students aged 13–18, with a clear vision to inspire a love of learning so that every young person believes in their dreams and celebrates achievement. The school’s core values of Inspire, Believe and Achieve underpin a broad, balanced and inclusive curriculum, strong pastoral support and a caring, supportive learning environment. Leek High School places great importance on positive relationships, respect and recognising the individual strengths and needs of every student, enabling them to flourish both academically and personally.
Both schools are proud members of The Talentum Learning Trust (TTLT). The Trust comprises nine schools in and around Leek, Staffordshire Moorlands, working collaboratively to deliver high-quality education for their local communities. TTLT’s shared mission of “Excellence for All” drives high aspirations for students and staff alike, strong collaboration between schools, and a commitment to professional development and continuous improvement across the Trust.
Through this partnership, Westwood College and Leek High School benefit from shared expertise, consistent values and a collective focus on inclusion, ambition and achievement, ensuring young people are prepared for the next stage of their education and future lives.
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.
Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.
Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children
You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
Applying for the job
This job requires you to download an application form, you will be able to upload the application once complete.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
Additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About Westwood College
- School type
- Academies, None, ages 13 to 18
- Education phase
- Secondary school
- School size
- 770 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 13 to 18
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Westwood College website
- Email address
- recruitment@ttlt.org.uk
- Phone number
- 01538370930
Westwood College is a mixed, non-denominational academy for students aged 13-19. Located in Leek, a market town in the beautiful Staffordshire Moorlands, it has roughly 800 students.
Set in the grounds of a stunning 17th century manor house, Westwood College is part of the Talentum Learning Trust. Made up of 9 schools within and around the town, the Trust’s mission is to support and enable all learners to believe in themselves, to succeed in life and to aspire to be all that they can be.
The ethos of Westwood College centres around ‘Respect, Resilience, Ambition and Pride’. The school has aimed to build a community based on tolerance, sensitivity and an appreciation of difference. It commits to providing a broad, varied and stimulating education that is also personalised to meet the needs of each individual student. Students are encouraged to be part of decision making in their college life, to value the opportunities offered to them by the school, and to fully engage with their learning.
Arranging a visit to Westwood College
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email recruitment@ttlt.org.uk.
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