Psychology Teacher

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Solihull, West Midlands (County)

8 months ago

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Posted: 10 Sep 2025 (8 months ago)

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Psychology Teacher

Start Date: September 2025
Contract Type: Full-Time, Fixed Term (until 31st August 2026)
Pay Range: MPS/UPS (dependent on experience and qualifications)
Location: Stratford-upon-Avon

About the Role

TeacherActive is proud to be working in partnership with a high-achieving and inclusive secondary school in Solihull. Due to increasing student numbers and recent site development, the school is seeking to appoint a passionate and creative Teacher of Psychology to join their thriving Humanities faculty.

This is an exciting opportunity to teach in a school that values high expectations, inclusive education, and academic excellence.

Applications are welcomed from both Early Career Teachers (ECTs) and experienced professionals.

The School Offers

A supportive and forward-thinking leadership team

Strong pastoral care and a well-established system of support for staff and students

A commitment to inclusivity and high academic standards

A dynamic and collaborative teaching environment

Opportunities for professional growth and development

An engaged and respectful student body

Job Purpose

To implement and deliver a broad, balanced, relevant, and differentiated curriculum.

To support student progress as a classroom teacher and Form Tutor.

To foster a high-quality learning environment that inspires students to achieve their individual potential.

To contribute to raising standards of student achievement and engagement.

To support the school's responsibility for personal and academic development.

Teaching and Learning

Teach Psychology and potentially related Humanities subjects at Key Stage 4 and/or 5.

Ensure lessons are engaging, inclusive, and meet curriculum requirements.

Set and assess homework and classwork in line with school policy.

Keep accurate records of student progress and provide timely feedback.

Participate in external and internal assessment processes.

Prepare and adapt learning materials and schemes of work.

Uphold school-wide expectations regarding punctuality, discipline, and standards.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Honours degree

Degree and/or teaching qualification in Sociology, Citizenship, Politics, History, Psychology, or Criminology

Evidence of recent and relevant professional development

Experience

Experience of teaching in a secondary school (11-16 or 11-18)

Ability to teach the following to KS4/5:

Psychology (KS4/5)

Flexibility to contribute to other subject areas as needed

Proven record of supporting student progress and addressing underachievement

Teaching Skills

Strong subject knowledge and understanding of effective pedagogy

Awareness of current curriculum developments

High proficiency with IT and use of digital tools in education

Experience using data to plan interventions and improve student outcomes

Key Competencies and Attributes

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Ability to inspire, engage, and challenge students of all abilities

Strong organisational and time-management skills

Professional Development

Evidence of engagement in continued professional learning

Willingness to support the development of colleagues and share best practice

Interest in participating in wider school professional activities

Additional Information

Must share the ethos and values of the school community

Willingness to engage in whole-school initiatives, events, and enrichment activities

Subject to Enhanced DBS clearance

Experience of leading or willingness to participate in curriculum-linked trips or visits

How to Apply

To apply, please contact Alex on (phone number removed) or email your CV to alex.thacker@(url removed)

All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive.

Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment.

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services

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