Location: York, North Yorkshire Start Date: April 2026 Salary: MPS/UPS (dependent on experience) Looking for an Outstanding school with a flourishing Psychology department in York? A prestigious secondary school with an Outstanding Ofsted rating has an exciting opportunity within their Psychology department. Job Overview This high-performing secondary school is seeking a passionate Psychology Teacher to begin in April 2026. This Outstanding co-educational school in York is renowned for: • its excellent academic standards, • a deeply supportive pastoral ethos, and • a rich and varied co-curricular programme. The successful candidate will deliver engaging, intellectually ambitious Psychology lessons at KS5, working with motivated, inquisitive students who demonstrate a genuine interest in human behaviour, cognition, and psychological research. The School This is a school that truly invests in the quality of their Social Sciences department. The Psychology department is widely recognised as high-performing, forward-thinking, and interactive, creating a vibrant academic culture throughout the school. Pupils benefit from: • a broad and engaging Psychology curriculum, • exposure to contemporary research and psychological case studies, • opportunities for discussion, debate, and academic analysis, and • a strong emphasis on critical thinking and evidence-based argument. Parents frequently praise the school’s nurturing environment, strong academic values, and commitment to developing confident, articulate, and well-rounded young people. Staff describe the school as supportive, well-led, and professionally rewarding, with a strong emphasis on collaboration, autonomy, and continuous professional growth. Benefits typically include: • Outstanding CPD and opportunities for career progression • Modern facilities and exceptional teaching resources • A genuine focus on staff wellbeing • A vibrant co-curricular programme including psychology societies, academic lectures, debate clubs, and enrichment opportunities Psychology Teacher – Experience and Qualifications • A degree in Psychology or a related discipline • A recognised teaching qualification with QTS (e.g., PGCE) • Excellent subject knowledge and a passion for Psychology • Strong communication, planning, and ICT skills • The ability to inspire, challenge, and support pupils of all abilities • The legal right to work in the UK Application If you are a spirited Psychology Teacher seeking to join a prosperous Psychology department, please submit your CV at your earliest convenience.