Teachers of  Social Sciences

Medina College, Fairlee Road, Newport, Isle of Wight, PO30 2DX 

Tel: 01983 526523 Email: info@medina.iow.sch.uk  Web: www.medina.iow.sch.uk    

The Island VI Form, Upper St James’ Street, Newport, Isle of Wight, PO30 1LJ 

Tel: 01983 522886 Email: info@theislandviform.org.uk  Web: www.theislandviform.org.uk   

Salary: MPR/UPR

Hours:  Full/Part Time

Contract type: Permanent

Are you passionate about inspiring young minds? Join our dedicated Social Sciences teaching team.

Medina college, on the historic and beautiful Isle of Wight, is located over two sites: our 11- 16 site on the outskirts of Newport, and the post 16 site, The Island VI Form, in the town centre. We have 2 posts available, based across both the Medina and VI Form sites. The ability or willingness to teach A Level Law would be an advantage. Full and part time applications are welcomed. 

We are incredibly proud members of HISP Multi Academy Trust - a forward-thinking, vibrant educational community dedicated to providing courageous, transformative education for all. We celebrate diversity and champion inclusion at every level. Our vision is bold and clear: to create supportive, dynamic environments that tear down barriers to education and empower every single individual to thrive.

What We Offer

• A supportive and collaborative working environment.

• Access to high-quality CPD and career progression opportunities across the HISP Trust.

• Opportunities to contribute to curriculum innovation and extracurricular activities.

• A school community that values creativity, independence, and critical thinking.

Your Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging and challenging lessons that inspire a love of Social Science.

• Monitor and support pupil progress, adapting teaching to meet diverse needs.

• Collaborate with colleagues to raise standards and promote academic success.

• Actively contribute to our inclusive school ethos and positive learning environment.

What We’re Looking For  

As part of our school community, you will play a key role in delivering an ambitious social sciences curriculum that develops pupils’ understanding of people, society, and the world we live in.

We are looking for teachers who embody our values within a school community: Ambition, striving to unlock the full potential of every pupil; Courage, embracing challenges with resilience and high expectations; Confidence, promoting positive learning environments where pupils and staff believe in themselves; and Kindness, creating a caring, inclusive school culture where every child feels safe, valued, and supported

• Qualified Teacher Status and a degree in Social Science or a related subject.

• Strong subject knowledge and understanding of current educational developments.

• Excellent communication skills and a passion for inspiring young learners.

• A commitment to continuous professional development and innovative teaching.

Please see Job Description & Person Specification for further information

Safeguarding: We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. Online searches and references will be taken up for those candidates short-listed for interview. The successful candidate will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.

Application procedure: Please note that only fully completed application forms will be considered.  Send completed applications to hr@iow.hispmat.org An early application is advised as we reserve the right to close the vacancy early if sufficient suitable applications are received.

If you have any queries or would like to arrange a school visit, please contact us on hr@iow.hispmat.org 

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community.

Closing date: Wednesday 6th May 2026

Interviews to be held:  W/C 11th May 2026

Start date: September 2026