Back Posted: Oct 14 2025

Teacher of Psychology

Chesterfield, England , United Kingdom

Education jobs >> Further Education

Negotiable

Permanent

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Description

Job Purpose

To plan, deliver and assess high-quality Psychology lessons that engage and inspire students, fostering their understanding of the subject and helping them achieve their academic potential at KS4 and KS5.

Key Responsibilities

Teaching & Learning

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Plan, prepare and deliver engaging lessons in Psychology in line with the school’s curriculum and exam board specifications.

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Teach GCSE and/or A-Level Psychology (or equivalent qualifications), adapting materials to meet the needs of all learners.

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Set, mark and assess work to ensure students make progress and achieve their targets.

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Use data to track and monitor student progress, identifying underachievement and implementing interventions.

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Maintain up-to-date subject knowledge and pedagogy.

Classroom Management & Behaviour

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Establish a safe, stimulating and well-managed learning environment.

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Promote positive behaviour and high expectations in line with school policies.

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Contribute to whole-school behaviour and safeguarding procedures.

Curriculum & Department Contribution

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Contribute to the development and review of schemes of work and assessments.

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Support and participate in departmental meetings, planning and moderation activities.

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Organise and/or assist with enrichment activities, trips or clubs related to Psychology or social sciences.

Professional Responsibilities

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Engage in professional development to enhance teaching practice.

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Communicate effectively with students, parents/carers and colleagues.

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Carry out duties and responsibilities as required (e.g. cover, break duties).

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Support the school’s ethos, values and safeguarding policies.

Person Specification

Essential:

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Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.

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Degree in Psychology or a related subject.

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Experience of teaching Psychology at KS4 and/or KS5.

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Strong subject knowledge and passion for Psychology.

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Ability to differentiate and support a wide range of learners.

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Excellent organisational, communication and interpersonal skills.

Desirable:

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Experience of teaching other Social Science subjects (e.g. Sociology).

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Familiarity with multiple exam boards or curriculum models.

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Evidence of raising attainment in previous roles.

Key Competencies

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Enthusiastic, inspiring and student-focused approach.

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High expectations of student achievement and behaviour.

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Collaborative and reflective practice.

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Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people

No. of positions available*: 1
Salary: Negotiable
Experience: None
Education: None
Post Date: October 14, 2025
Job id:. CV-127029
Position Type: Permanent
Applicants: 0
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