Maternity Cover - Teacher of Psychology and Sociology

Fixed Term Contract - 1 September 2021 – 30 June 2022

We are seeking to appoint a dynamic teacher A Level Psychology and Sociology to join our College to cover maternity leave. We are looking for a person with vision, drive and sound judgement who works well within a team. The candidate must have real enthusiasm for the subjects and the ability to inspire students. We are an academically ambitious College, which is reflected in our A level grades and university place offers.

At HFAC, we focus on developing students’ independent thinking and learning skills, as well as delivering high-level subject knowledge. We engage students beyond the classroom with study trips, guest speakers, and enrichment talks. Our class size is a maximum of 9, which allows a high level of student interaction, debate and personal engagement.

The successful candidate will be expected to contribute actively as a member of the departments, playing their full part in planning, teaching and assessment.

Please note that HFAC seeks to find the right candidate for the job with the aim of promoting equality of opportunity irrespective of age, gender or race and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. As HFAC meets the requirements in respect of exempted questions under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, all applicants who are offered employment will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure of criminal background from the Disclosure and Barring Service before their appointment is confirmed. This will include details of cautions, reprimands and final warnings, as well as convictions. Criminal records will be taken into account for recruitment purposes only when the conviction is relevant. Further information about the disclosure scheme can be found at https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/disclosure-and-barring-service 

Closing Date Friday 5th March

Interviews from Monday 15th March