Head Of Sociology - Subject & Faculty Leadership

Head of Sociology – Subject & Faculty Leadership

M1-UPS3 + TLR 2B
TLR / Head of Faculty responsibility available for the right candidate

VNA Education is working with a high‑performing secondary school to appoint an exceptional Head of Sociology to lead a popular and successful GCSE and A‑Level provision.

This is a significant opportunity for an ambitious Sociology specialist to provide strategic subject leadership, shape curriculum intent and implementation, and drive consistently strong outcomes across KS4 and KS5.

• Provide strategic and operational leadership for Sociology.
• Lead curriculum design, sequencing and assessment at GCSE and A‑Level.
• Drive high standards of teaching, learning and achievement.
• Use data and research to identify gaps and secure rapid improvement.
• Develop, support and hold colleagues to account through coaching and mentoring.
• Contribute to wider faculty and whole‑school leadership, including potential Head of Faculty responsibility.

• Qualified teacher (QTS) with strong Sociology subject expertise.
• Proven or emerging subject leadership experience.
• Deep understanding of curriculum, assessment and pedagogy.
• Confident using data and evaluation to improve outcomes.
• Credible, collaborative leader with strong professional presence.
• Clear commitment to safeguarding, inclusion and high expectations.

VNA Education Recruitment Ltd is a specialised consultancy dedicated to connecting teachers and support staff with both short‑term and long‑term opportunities in primary, secondary, and special education schools across London and the Home Counties. We prioritise safer recruitment practices and conduct thorough checks on all candidates we represent.