Psychology Teacher – Inspiring Secondary School & Sixth Form in Dudley

Job Title: Psychology Teacher

Location: Dudley West Midlands

School Type: 1118 Secondary School & Sixth Form

Contract Type: Full-Time Permanent

Start Date: ASAP

Salary: MPS / UPS

Role Overview

An inspiring secondary school and sixth form in Dudley is seeking a knowledgeable dynamic and passionate Psychology Teacher to join their Social Sciences faculty this dedicated Key Stage 4 and Key Stage 5 role you will deliver engaging Psychology lessons across GCSE and A-Level introducing students to core psychological approaches research methods biopsychology and social influence. You will foster critical evaluation guide pupils in applying psychological theories to real-world scenarios and prepare sixth-form students for higher education and national examinations. Early Career Teachers (ECTs) and experienced teachers are equally encouraged to apply.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan prepare and deliver high-quality interactive Psychology lessons across Key Stage 4 and Key Stage 5 in alignment with AQA OCR or Edexcel exam board specifications.

• Teach core theoretical frameworks including cognitive behavioural psychodynamic and biological perspectives alongside research design and statistical analysis.

• Guide students in essay structure critical evaluation exam techniques and data interpretation to maximize attainment in GCSE and A-Level examinations.

• Track and evaluate pupil progress using formative assessments practice exam papers and mock examinations providing targeted interventions where necessary.

• Offer academic guidance and stretch opportunities for high-attaining pupils applying for university courses in Psychology Neuroscience or Social Sciences.

• Collaborate with faculty colleagues to refine schemes of work share effective teaching resources and lead extracurricular psychology clubs or university prep workshops.

Key Requirements

• Bachelors degree in Psychology or a closely related discipline.

• Recognized UK teaching qualification with QTS (Qualified Teacher Status) or QTLS.

• Proven teaching experience or strong placement record delivering secondary and A-Level Psychology with up-to-date knowledge of current exam board specifications.

• Strong subject knowledge essay-marking proficiency and classroom management capabilities.

• Legal right to work in the UK.

School Highlights & Benefits

• High-performing Sixth Form with vibrant student enrolment across A-Level Social Sciences.

• Well-resourced department featuring modern teaching technologies academic journals and digital learning platforms.

• Supportive senior leadership team committed to continuous professional development (CPD) staff wellbeing and structured ECT mentorship.

• Convenient Dudley location with excellent transport links across the Black Country and wider West Midlands plus free on-site staff parking.

• Competitive salary on the national MPS/UPS scale and enrolment in the Teachers Pension Scheme.

Application

To apply for this Psychology Teacher role at an inspiring secondary school & sixth form in Dudley starting ASAP please submit your updated CV as soon as possible.