Head of Department: Psychology and Sociology

We wish to appoint an enthusiastic A Level teacher of Psychology and Sociology to lead a small, but hugely popular and ambitious department. This is a full time one year post to cover maternity leave. Purpose of the Job The Head of Department is responsible for all teaching and support colleagues in the Psychology and Sociology Department. They are responsible for raising student attainment and achievement within Psychology and Sociology. They will take lead responsibility for providing leadership and management within their subject area, in order to secure:

• High quality teaching
• Effective use of resources
• Improved standards of learning and achievement for all
They will also contribute to the safeguarding and promotion of the welfare and personal care of children and young people with regard to the area child protection procedures. Joining TWGSB means becoming part of an ambitious, supportive, and collaborative school environment. We are proud to offer:
• Highly motivated, capable, and engaged students
• A supportive leadership team, including the dedicated guidance of an Assistant Headteacher
• Excellent facilities, equipment, and resources to support high-quality curriculum delivery
• A welcoming and inclusive staff culture, where collaboration and wellbeing matter
• Opportunities for ongoing professional development and career progression
• A chance to help shape-and expand-a department with an already strong reputation
Tunbridge Wells Grammar School for Boys is one of the largest boy's grammar schools within the country. In late 2021, we benefitted from a multi-million pound investment which resulted in a brand-new Sports building at our Tunbridge Wells campus and the opening of our Sevenoaks campus. Staff benefit from a positive working environment, with strong support for professional development and specialist teaching rooms. We aim for high standards and the pursuit of academic excellence, helping every student to reach their full potential through the development of skills, concepts and knowledge, within the framework of a caring community. Relationships between staff and students are based on trust, mutual respect and a determination to succeed. Please note that we will only accept CV's if they are accompanied by an application form, which can be found on our website: https://www.twgsb.org.uk/join-us/staff-vacancies/current-vacancies We shall review applications as we receive them so apply early to avoid delay! This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS disclosure is required for this post.