Job description
5 Dimensions Trust is currently advertising for the following exciting Fixed Term opportunity at Shenley Brook End School
Teacher of Social Science
Salary MPS 1-6 / UPS 1-3
Fixed Term Contract to commence after October half-term (November 2026)
Maternity Cover
Full Time or Part Time
Shenley Brook End School is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and inspirational Teacher of Social Science, with the ability to teach Sociology and/or Psychology across GCSE and A-level.
We are looking for a passionate educator who has a genuine drive to deliver engaging, innovative and high-quality lessons that inspire students and promote a deep understanding of social science. The successful candidate will be eager to contribute to the ongoing development of the subject and will have the ambition and capacity to lead Social Science within our school community.
You will be joining a supportive, successful and oversubscribed department, where collaboration, high standards and student achievement are at the heart of our practice.
We welcome applications from Early Careers Teachers.
The ideal candidate will:
Have a passion for teaching
Have experience of teaching across Key Stage 4 and 5, including exam groups
Have a high regard for their learning environment and resources
Aspire to be a talented, dynamic and an ambitious teacher, who will ensure good progress for all students
Have the ability to inspire, engage and enthuse students
Be skilled at fostering independent and collaborative student-led learning
The schools within the 5 Dimensions Trust are consistently ranked amongst the highest-achieving schools in Milton Keynes. We are on a mission to make our Trust the very best place to work and study.
Employee wellbeing is a priority for 5 Dimensions Trust and we recognise that happy employees perform better and live happier and healthier lives. Professional development is of a high quality; colleagues engage in a range of CPD from in-house coaching to National Professional Qualifications. All staff identify a 5-year career pathway supporting them to grow and be the best version of themselves. Our pension scheme is generous, as is our incremental pay progression. If you would like a tour of the school prior to applying, please contact People Services on 01908 555620.
Closing Date: 9am, Friday 19 June 2026
Interview date: TBC
The Trust reserves the right to close the application process at any stage should we receive sufficient applications.
5 Dimensions Trust is an equal opportunities employer.
The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check is required for all successful applicants.
Recruitment, 5 Dimensions Trust, Emperor Drive, Hazeley, Milton Keynes, MK8 0PT
Tel: 01908 555620
Email: recruitment@ct5d.com
Website: www.5dimensionstrust.com
CEO: Mr Tony Nelson
Benefits
Salary MPS 1-6 / UPS 1-3
About this school
Shenley Brook End School
Academy converter · Secondary · Ages 11–19
- Pupils
- 1,883
- Avg teacher salary
- £52,936
- Pupil:teacher ratio
- 18.7:1
- Academy trust
- 5 DIMENSIONS TRUST
Average (mean) teacher salary · DfE School Workforce Census 2024/25
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Milton Keynes, Milton Keynes, MK5 7ZT