Psychology Teacher – High-Performing Secondary School in Stevenage

• Psychology Teacher required for a full-time teaching position

• Successful secondary school and sixth form based in Stevenage

• Opportunity to teach Psychology at KS5 with potential wider teaching opportunities

• Join an established and supportive Humanities/Social Sciences department

• Suitable for experienced teachers ECTs and appropriately qualified overseas teachers with QTS

Our client is seeking an enthusiastic and knowledgeable Psychology Teacher to join a successful school in Stevenage. The school is looking for a teacher who can inspire students to engage with psychological theory research and real-world applications while developing their ability to think critically and analyse evidence.

The successful candidate will be expected to deliver high-quality Psychology lessons supporting students to develop a secure understanding of key psychological concepts research methods and theoretical perspectives. You will encourage students to evaluate evidence compare different explanations and apply psychological ideas to unfamiliar situations.

The role will involve planning and delivering engaging lessons assessing student progress and providing detailed feedback to support academic development. The successful teacher will also be expected to contribute positively to departmental planning and the wider academic life of the school.

This would be an excellent opportunity for a Psychology specialist who enjoys working with motivated students and wants to be part of a collaborative department. The school is open to applications from experienced teachers as well as appropriately qualified candidates who are developing their teaching careers.

• Well-established secondary school serving the Stevenage community

• Strong academic expectations and positive student culture

• Supportive Social Sciences/Humanities department

• Experienced and approachable leadership team

• Good standards of student behaviour

• Strong emphasis on student progress and wellbeing

• Opportunities for professional development

• Accessible location with good local transport connections

The school is committed to providing students with a broad and academically ambitious curriculum. Staff are encouraged to work collaboratively and share effective teaching approaches to ensure students receive consistent support.

The Psychology department plays an important role in preparing students for university and further study. Students are encouraged to develop independence analytical skills and confidence when discussing complex psychological issues.

• Psychology Teacher with experience teaching the subject at the appropriate level

• Strong subject knowledge across relevant areas of Psychology

• Formal teaching qualification with QTS such as a PGCE where applicable

• Ability to plan and deliver engaging and challenging lessons

• Strong assessment and feedback skills

• Excellent communication and classroom management

• Ability to support students with different levels of prior attainment

• Commitment to safeguarding and student wellbeing

• Strong interest in developing students analytical and evaluative skills

• Right to work in the UK

If you are a passionate Psychology Teacher looking for a new opportunity within a supportive Stevenage school please forward an up-to-date CV as soon as possible. The school is keen to hear from suitably qualified candidates who can contribute positively to the department.