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📢 Job Role: Psychology Teacher
📍 Location: The Castle Rock School (LE67 4BR) for the 2026/2027 academic year in the first instance.
📅 Contract: Full-time | Permanent
💼 Salary: M1 - UPS3
Lionheart Educational Trust have an exciting opportunity for an exceptional Teacher to make a meaningful impact on a wide range of learners.
We are looking to appoint a Teacher of Psychology to join our thriving and forward‑thinking Social Sciences team at The Castle Rock School. We are seeking applicants with strong subject knowledge, a passion for psychological science, and the ability to engage, challenge, and inspire students to achieve their full potential.
We are looking for someone who will play a fundamental role in shaping the direction and future development of the Psychology curriculum, contributing to high‑quality teaching, innovative practice, and excellent outcomes across the department.
The successful candidate will be based at The Castle Rock School for the 2026/2027 academic year initially. Following this, the position may be situated at another school within the Lionheart Educational Trust, depending on the needs of the Trust
The Lionheart Educational Trust is a renowned family of seventeen schools based in and around Leicestershire. We strive to provide the highest quality education in each of our unique schools, raising the attainment of our talented students and reflecting the local communities of which they are a part. We are well supported by our Trust and our local Governing Body; ensuring we create to develop and improve.
We welcome applications from individuals with drive and determination who are able to challenge and inspire students of all abilities and from all backgrounds.
Closing date: Monday 23rd February 2026 at 0900am
Interviews: Thursday 26th February 2026
The Trust strives to be a diverse and inclusive place where all staff have a seat at the table: a seat to be free, a seat to inspire, a seat to challenge and a seat to succeed.
We currently have staff networks for staff who are Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME), Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Trans, Queer + (LGBTQ+), staff who would describe their background as working class and staff with a disability.
The successful candidate will have to meet the requirements of the person specification, job description and will be subject to an enhanced DBS check. The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Safeguarding Statement
The school is committed to safeguarding children and this post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.