Teacher of Social Sciences (MAT COVER)
Orion Coopers, Chislehurst, Kent, BR7 5PS19 days remaining to apply
Job start date
13 April 2026
Closing date
30 January 2026 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
9 January 2026
Job details
Job role
- Teacher
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Subject
- Social sciences
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Fixed term
Full-time equivalent salary
- Competitive
Additional allowances
Competitive
Teacher of Social Sciences (MAT COVER) job summary
We are seeking a dedicated and inspiring Teacher of Social Sciences to join our successful and growing department at Coopers School, part of the Orion Education Trust. This is an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic teacher of Psychology and Sociology to make a meaningful impact on students’ academic progress and personal development within a supportive, values‑driven school community.
The successful candidate will deliver high‑quality, well‑sequenced lessons that engage students across a range of abilities, ensuring that learning is ambitious, inclusive and purposeful. You will hold high expectations for all students, using assessment and data effectively to monitor progress, close gaps and support positive outcomes. Strong subject knowledge and reflective practice will be key to inspiring curiosity, critical thinking and independent learning in the social sciences.
As a member of the department, you will contribute actively to curriculum development and work collaboratively with colleagues to share best practice and continually improve teaching and learning. You will also play a full role in the wider life of the school, including pastoral responsibilities, enrichment activities, and events such as open evenings, supporting our holistic approach to education.
Coopers School is a coaching school with a strong focus on professional growth. As part of Orion Education, you will benefit from high‑quality instructional coaching, personalised CPD, and access to Trust‑wide development opportunities designed to support career progression at every stage. Our culture is rooted in trust, respect and resilience, underpinned by a shared commitment to improving outcomes, transforming lives and enabling social mobility.
This role is ideal for an ambitious, student‑focused teacher who is passionate about Social Sciences and motivated to contribute positively to a forward‑thinking and collaborative school environment.
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 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.
View advert on external website (opens in new tab)About Orion Coopers
- School type
- Academy, ages 11 to 18
- Education phase
- Secondary school
- School size
- 1318 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 18
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Orion Coopers website
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