Head of Social Sciences

Head of Social Sciences - Outstanding Secondary School - ColchesterStart Date: 1st September 2025Location: ColchesterPay Range: Teachers Main/Upper Pay Scale + TLR 2bActual Salary: £31,650 - £49,084 (M1 - U3) + £5,649 (TLR 2b)Application Deadline: Midnight, Tuesday 20th May 2025Interview Date: Friday 23rd May 2025

We are seeking to appoint a passionate and inspiring Head of Social Sciences to join our Outstanding secondary school located in Colchester. This is a fantastic opportunity for a dynamic leader to shape the vision and strategic direction of our thriving Social Sciences department.

As Head of Social Sciences, you will lead a team of dedicated staff across a range of social science subjects. You will be responsible for driving excellence in teaching and learning, developing an innovative and forward-thinking curriculum, and ensuring strong outcomes for all students. Your teaching specialism can be discussed at interview.

• Qualified Teacher Status

• Proven ability to teach lessons that challenge, motivate and inspire all students

• A passion for teaching and the ability to make a real difference to young people

• The ability to lead, support, and develop a successful team

• Commitment to safeguarding and child protection

• Experience of or a strong interest in curriculum development and raising standards

• Join an Outstanding school as a head of Social Scienes at the heart of Colchester

• Work within a supportive leadership team and committed department

• Benefit from a culture that prioritises innovation and student success

• Competitive salary on the Teachers Main/Upper Pay Scale + TLR 2b allowance

If you're an experienced educator ready to take the next step in your leadership journey, or a current Head of Social Sciences looking for a new challenge, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today and become a key part of our dedicated team as a head of social sciences in Colchester. Inspire. Lead. Make a difference