Job Title: Psychology Teacher
Location: Staffordshire Start Date: ASAP Contract Type: [Long-term]
About the Role
Simply Education are delighted to be working in partnership with an Ofsted-rated Good secondary school in Staffordshire. The school is seeking a passionate and dedicated Psychology Teacher to join their thriving Social Sciences department. This is a fantastic opportunity to inspire students to explore human behaviour, cognition, and mental processes, while helping them achieve their academic potential.
Staff at the school consistently highlight the supportive environment and collaborative culture that has been established. If you're looking to join a team where teachers feel valued, encouraged, and empowered to make a real impact, this could be the role for you.
Key Responsibilities
Deliver engaging and thought-provoking Psychology lessons across KS4 and KS5 in line with the national curriculum.
Plan and deliver lessons that encourage critical thinking, analysis, and application of psychological theories.
Teach a range of topics including cognitive, developmental, social, and biological psychology.
Prepare students for GCSE and A-Level examinations, ensuring they are confident and well-prepared.
Assess, record, and report on student progress and attainment.
Provide constructive feedback to support student growth and achievement.
Maintain discipline and encourage high standards of behaviour, punctuality, and effort.
Support students in developing research skills, essay writing, and exam techniques.
Organise and contribute to extracurricular activities such as psychology clubs, debates, or enrichment workshops.
Collaborate with colleagues to develop schemes of work and innovative teaching strategies.
Communicate effectively with parents and carers to support student development.
Contribute to whole-school initiatives and the wider life of the school community.
Key Skills & Qualities
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
Strong subject knowledge in Psychology and a genuine passion for exploring human behaviour.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Effective classroom and behaviour management techniques.
Ability to inspire and motivate students of varying abilities.
Empathy, patience, and adaptability when working with students requiring additional support.
Essential Requirements
QTS or equivalent teaching qualification.
Experience teaching Psychology in line with the national curriculum.
An enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain one).
Desirable
Experience supporting students with SEN.
Experience leading extracurricular activities related to Psychology.
Commitment to inclusive education and promoting equal opportunities.
Apply Now
If you're a passionate and qualified Psychology Teacher ready to inspire the next generation in Staffordshire, we want to hear from you!
Click 'Apply Now' to submit your CV. For an informal chat, contact: Sadir Abdul, Secondary Recruitment Consultant - Simply Education Cheshire Office, Nantwich
All applicants will undergo an interview (online or in person) and full safeguarding checks, including references and an enhanced DBS check. Offers are subject to the completion of these checks