Teacher of Social Science - The Friary School

The Friary School

Salary: Pay range from ECT/Main - Upper Pay Scale (£32,916 - £51,048) per annum according to the Academy Pay Policy.

Hours of work: 32.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Contract: Permanent, Full Time

Responsible to: Head of Department - Assistant Headteacher

Start Date: September 2026

The Friary School part of the Primitas Learning Partnership is a well-established academy, heavily over-subscribed, and nationally amongst the highest performing schools of its type. This status has very much been achieved over the last decade and our recent ungraded OFSTED Inspection Report (March 2024) stated that:

• A culture of high expectations permeates throughout, and pupils rise to this high bar willingly.
• Pupils achieve extremely well.
• Pupils' behaviour and conduct are excellent.
• Parents and carers are overwhelmingly positive about the school.
• The school's curriculum is highly ambitious.
• Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are supported extremely well.
• The wider development of pupils is exceptionally strong.
• The school's careers programme is rich and varied.
• There is a plethora of opportunities for pupils to extend their learning beyond the classroom.
• The local governing body members have a strong understanding of the school.

The school places a strong emphasis on ensuring all students-whatever or wherever their starting point-achieve well, and though our cohorts enter the school slightly above national averages ability-wise, their subsequent outcomes consistently far outstrip this.

The Friary School also proudly and proactively serves the city of Lichfield, a treasure in the heart of Staffordshire. The centre retains an unspoilt charm with many listed buildings in its historic streets. Lichfield has a rich and vibrant history as well as offering cultural and entertaining activities all year round in its safe city and local communities. Being located in the heart of the country it benefits from excellent local and national transport links.

Responsibilities

We are seeking to appoint a committed, proactive, and enthusiastic Social Sciences Teacher to join our dedicated teaching team. The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering engaging and inclusive lessons across a range of age groups, fostering students' understanding of society, culture, and human behaviour, as well as developing their critical thinking, analytical, and enquiry skills.

Qualifications

We are looking for someone with a passion for social sciences, strong classroom and behaviour management skills, and a commitment to supporting the academic, social, and personal development of every student. The candidate will be required to provide proof of eligibility to work in the UK, evidence of qualifications and suitable references.

Closing Date: Monday 11th May 2026 at 12noon.

Primitas Learning Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to a 'disclosure' check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Further details regarding this check are available from schools or by visiting