Social Science Teacher

PK Education · Chesterfield, East Midlands

Social Science Teacher at PK Education, based in Chesterfield, East Midlands. This is a contract role.

Salary
Competitive
Location
Chesterfield, East Midlands
Contract
Contract
Posted
3 days ago
Closes
1 Nov 2026
Sector
Teacher

Reference 91381f633311fa675d41e7869d0298a93bcb6717

About the role

Social Science Teacher – Chesterfield

Location: Chesterfield
Start Date: ASAP
Contract Type: Supply / Temporary

Job Description

PK Education are recruiting for a qualified and enthusiastic Social Science Teacher to work within a secondary school in Chesterfield.

We are looking for a confident teacher who can deliver engaging Social Science lessons across KS3 and KS4. Depending on the school timetable, this may include subjects such as Sociology, Psychology, Health & Social Care and related Social Science subjects.

The successful candidate will be able to quickly settle into an established department, deliver high-quality lessons and maintain a positive learning environment for students.

The Role:

– Teaching Social Science across KS3 and KS4
– Planning and delivering engaging lessons in line with the school curriculum
– Supporting students with their academic progress
– Maintaining high standards of behaviour and classroom management
– Working collaboratively with the department and wider school team
– Creating a positive and inclusive learning environment

The Ideal Candidate:

– Hold QTS or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification
– Have experience teaching Social Science within a secondary school
– Have strong classroom and behaviour management skills
– Be confident delivering engaging lessons to students of varying abilities
– Hold, or be prepared to undergo, an Enhanced DBS Check

Why choose PK Education?

– PK Education is a leading local teaching agency, established in 2005
– Excellent competitive daily rates
– Short-term and long-term roles to suit your availability and work-life balance
– Opportunities to gain experience across a variety of school settings
– Ongoing support from a team with exceptional industry knowledge

Already signed to another agency – what’s the difference?

PK Education is offering QTS, PGCE & ECT holders a £500 bonus after you switch agency and complete 30 days of work!

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If you are a talented Social Science Teacher looking for your next opportunity in Chesterfield, we would love to hear from you. Apply today to learn more about the role or contact your local dedicated Principal Consultant on [phone removed].

PK Education is committed to safeguarding children and young people. We take our responsibilities extremely seriously. All staff we register will undertake thorough interviewing and referencing checks and hold, or be prepared to undergo, an Enhanced DBS Check that must be registered to the Update Service.

Reference: 91381f633311fa675d41e7869d0298a93bcb6717 · Posted 3 days ago · Closes 1 Nov 2026 · Listed via PK Education

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