Key Role Information

Salary
£32,916.00 - £45,352.00 FTE
Job type
Full Time
Contract type
Fixed Term
Closing
26/03/2026 09:00
Interview
To be confirmed
Contract term
TTO - Term time only
Pay grade
Teachers Main Pay Scale | M1 - M6
Department
Arthur Terry School Teacher
Key stage
Key Stage 5
Hours per week
32.50
Weeks per year
52.143
Visa sponsorship
No

Your Role

The Arthur Terry School is seeking a dynamic and passionate Teacher of Law/Social Sciences to join our dedicated and forward-thinking team. This is an exciting opportunity for an educator who is committed to inspiring students and fostering a love of learning across Law and Social Sciences.


Full time (part time will be considered)

Fixed term contract (maternity cover) for up to one year

Easter 2026 or September 2026 start


Key Responsibilities:

Deliver high-quality, engaging lessons in Law and Social Sciences, tailored to meet the needs of all students.

Plan, prepare, and assess lessons in line with curriculum requirements and school expectations.

Promote critical thinking, ethical awareness, and an understanding of contemporary social issues.

Contribute to department development, including curriculum planning and extracurricular activities.

Support students’ academic progress, personal development, and preparation for further education or careers.

 

The successful candidate will:

Hold QTS or equivalent teaching qualification.

Have a strong background in Law, Social Sciences, or related subjects.

Demonstrate excellent classroom management and organisational skills.

Show enthusiasm about student engagement, curriculum development, and innovative teaching strategies.

Be able to collaborate effectively within a team and contribute positively to the school community.

 

What you will get in return

A supportive and aspirational working environment with a focus on excellence and innovation.

Access to ongoing professional development opportunities.

Be part of a school that values staff wellbeing, collaboration, and creativity.

 

What you need to do now:

 

To arrange an informal chat about the role, please contact Tim Dudley, Associate Assistant Headteacher, via email tdudley@arthurterry.bham.sch.uk. 

 

To apply please complete an application form online. Please include a supporting statement outlining ‘what skills and experience you have that make you suitable for the role’.

 

Please note we do not accept CV’s, applications will only be considered if received on an ATLP application form.

The Arthur Terry School

Tim Dudley

tdudley@arthurterry.bham.sch.uk

The Arthur Terry School
Kittoe Road
Four Oaks
Sutton Coldfield
B74 4RZ

Safeguarding Information

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (2013 and 2020). This means that certain convictions and cautions are considered ‘protected’ and do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account. Guidance about whether a conviction or caution should be disclosed can be found on the Ministry of Justice website:

https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/new-guidance-on-the-rehabilitation-of-offenders-act-1974

This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) and therefore the ability to speak fluent English is an essential requirement of the role.

We will carry out an online search about you for information that is publicly available online. This will include social media accounts you may hold. This will only be carried out on shortlisted candidates and before interview. This processing of data will be conducted under the legal basis of Article 6(e) public task in line with the guidance laid out in para 226 of Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) 2025. Any data collected during this search will be retained in line with our retention schedule which is available on request.

Please find a link to our safeguarding policy which we would encourage you to read prior to applying to work in our organisation Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy.pdf