Psychology Teacher – Outstanding Secondary School in Taunton – January 2026

Do you want to work in a successful school with a thriving Psychology department

A highly regarded secondary school in Taunton is seeking a Psychology Teacher to join them on a full-time permanent basis from January 2026. The position requires teaching Psychology across Key Stage 5 with some complementary Social Sciences available at Key Stage 4 depending on the candidates strengths. The school welcomes applications from both experienced Psychology Teachers and Early Career Teachers seeking excellent support.

Psychology Teacher

Full time

January 2026 start

Teaching KS5 (and KS4 Social Sciences where appropriate)

Outstanding Psychology department

School Information

This mixed 1118 school rated Outstanding by Ofsted educates around 1250 students and is recognised as one of Somersets highest-performing schools for both academic outcomes and student wellbeing. The school sits within easy reach of transport links across Taunton Minehead Bridgwater and Exeter offering convenient access for staff commuting from the wider region.

The leadership team promotes a culture of support professional growth and high expectations. The Psychology department benefits from specialist teaching rooms strong digital learning resources and a dedicated successful team whose A-Level outcomes have consistently exceeded national averages. Psychology is a popular Sixth Form subject with growing numbers year on year and many students progress into Psychology Neuroscience Education and Social Science degrees.

The school places a strong emphasis on aspiration and enrichment. The Psychology department offers a range of additional opportunities including research workshops guest lectures links with local universities mental health enrichment programmes and Sixth Form study skills development. Students are engaged behaviour is excellent and staff enjoy a collaborative working environment.

Experience and Qualifications

Prior experience as a Psychology Teacher or completion of a PGCE/QTS route

A degree in Psychology or a related Social Science discipline

Ability to teach Psychology at KS5 with confidence

Excellent subject knowledge and the ability to engage and motivate Sixth Form learners

Salary

This Psychology Teacher role will be paid to scale on a direct school contract.

Application Psychology Teacher

Please send your application for this Psychology Teacher position as soon as possible.