Unlock Potential: Psychology Teacher Required Location: Harrow, North West London Institution: Ofsted 'Outstanding' Secondary School & Sixth Form Start Date: January 2026 Contract: Permanent, Full-Time Salary: MPS/UPS (Outer London) The Hypothesis Great teachers don't just teach content; they shape the way students think. Protocol Education is currently conducting a search for an exceptional Psychology Teacher to join a high-achieving Social Sciences department in Harrow. We are recruiting for a January 2026 start. This forward-planning "Outstanding" school is looking to secure a specialist who can guide ambitious Sixth Formers through the complexities of the human mind, ensuring the department remains a center of excellence. The Case Study (The School) Located in the academic heart of Harrow, this school is a top-tier learning environment. Focus: Heavily academic with a large, thriving Sixth Form. Psychology is one of the most popular A-Level choices here. Environment: You will join a dedicated Social Sciences wing with access to excellent resources for research and experimental design projects. Culture: Students are articulate, highly motivated, and aiming for Russell Group universities. Behaviour is impeccable. Access: Excellent connections via the Metropolitan Line, with staff parking available. The Variable (Your Role) You will be the catalyst for student success. Delivery: Teach Psychology at A-Level (KS5) as your primary focus, with potential opportunities to teach GCSE Psychology or Sociology. Analysis: Guide students through core topics such as Social Influence, Memory, Psychopathology, and Research Methods. Engagement: Run university-style seminars and support students with their UCAS personal statements for Psychology degrees. Support: Monitor student data meticulously to identify "at-risk" students and implement successful interventions. The Control Group (Requirements) To be successful in this trial, you must meet the following criteria: Qualifications: UK QTS (Qualified Teacher Status) is essential. Academics: A degree in Psychology or a closely related Social Science. Experience: Experience teaching A-Level Psychology is highly preferred, though we welcome applications from NQTs/ECTs with a strong subject background. Mindset: A passion for contemporary psychological research and the ability to spark debate in the classroom. Why Partner with Protocol Education? Market Insight: We are the leading supplier of staff to schools in Harrow and understand the local educational landscape better than anyone. Financial Security: We ensure you are paid to scale (MPS/UPS) immediately. Professional Growth: Free CPD courses including "Behaviour Management" and "Safeguarding". Dedicated Agent: A personal consultant to manage your interview schedules and negotiate on your behalf. Conclusion & Application The data suggests this role will be filled quickly. The school is keen to interview candidates in the coming months to finalize their 2026 timetable. Analyze the opportunity. Apply now. Please submit your CV to the Protocol Education Secondary Team. All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details. All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date. Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants. We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please see visit the Protocol Education website.