Position: Psychology Teacher
Location: Redbridge
Start Date: January 2026
Salary: Outer London - MPS
Smart Teachers is seeking an enthusiastic and knowledgeable Psychology Teacher to teach across KS4 and KS5 in a high-achieving mixed 11–18 secondary school for a short-term assignment from January until February half-term. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established sixth-form setting known for strong academic outcomes and a supportive humanities and social sciences faculty.
The Role:
Teaching GCSE and A-level Psychology (AQA)
Working 4 days per week
Delivering high-quality lessons that engage learners and stretch higher-ability students
Following departmental schemes of work with flexibility to bring your own expertise
Contributing to a calm, purposeful learning environment with excellent behaviour systems
Supporting students with exam preparation ahead of the spring term assessments
About the School:
Large, high-performing mixed secondary with a thriving sixth form
Strong academic culture with highly motivated students
Well-resourced Social Sciences department with experienced colleagues
Excellent behaviour, pastoral systems and safeguarding culture
Values-led ethos focusing on respect, aspiration and personal development
Person Specification:
The ideal candidate will have:
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS/QTLS) or relevant FE teaching experience
Experience teaching A-level Psychology (essential)
Strong subject knowledge and the ability to deliver engaging, structured lessons
Good behaviour management and the confidence to adapt to a new environment quickly
A positive, professional approach to supply teaching
Why Smart Teachers ?:
Weekly PAYE pay
A dedicated consultant supporting your placement
Access to CPD, training and ongoing career support
Opportunities for future long-term or permanent roles
About us:
We are a market-leading education supply agency committed to the development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high quality educators.
To apply for this exciting opportunity, please submit your CV via this post or contact Smart Teachers directly at daniel.uwaifo@(url removed)
If you are interested in this role, please apply today or contact Smart Teachers directly on (phone number removed) / (phone number removed) for more information