Psychology Teacher | Independent Secondary School | Leicester

Position: Psychology Teacher
Location: Leicester, Leicestershire
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent
Start Date: Immediate Start
Key Stages: KS4-KS5

Psychology Teacher | Leicester

An academically ambitious Independent Secondary School in Leicester is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and knowledgeable Psychology Teacher to join its successful Social Sciences Department. This is an exciting opportunity for a teacher who is passionate about Psychology and enjoys encouraging students to think critically, question established ideas and apply psychological theory to real-world situations.

Psychology teaching opportunities in Leicester currently include roles focused on KS4 and KS5, with strong emphasis on examination preparation, research methods, analytical writing and developing students' understanding of key psychological approaches.

The successful candidate will join a professional and collaborative department where academic achievement is valued and students are encouraged to develop genuine intellectual curiosity.

The Role

You will be responsible for planning and delivering engaging Psychology lessons across KS4 and KS5. You will introduce students to a broad range of psychological perspectives, research studies and contemporary issues while helping them develop the analytical and evaluative skills required to succeed in examinations.

A strong understanding of research methods will be particularly important, alongside the ability to help students interpret evidence, evaluate psychological theories and construct well-developed written arguments.

You will also contribute to assessment, curriculum planning and departmental activities, working closely with colleagues to ensure students receive consistent and high-quality teaching.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging Psychology lessons across KS4 and KS5

• Teach key areas including social influence, memory, attachment and psychopathology

• Develop students' understanding of research methods and psychological investigation

• Encourage discussion, debate and critical evaluation

• Prepare students thoroughly for GCSE and A-Level examinations

• Develop students' analytical and extended-writing skills

• Assess student progress and provide constructive feedback

• Adapt teaching to meet different learning needs and abilities

• Use relevant psychological research and contemporary examples to enrich lessons

• Maintain high expectations of behaviour, effort and academic achievement

• Contribute to departmental planning and curriculum development

• Work collaboratively with colleagues across the Social Sciences Department

• Support enrichment activities and wider academic opportunities

• Promote independent study and effective revision strategies

The School Environment

The school offers a supportive and academically focused environment where students are encouraged to take responsibility for their learning and develop confidence in their abilities. The Psychology Department benefits from a strong emphasis on subject knowledge, examination success and developing students' ability to think independently.

Staff work collaboratively and are encouraged to share resources, ideas and effective teaching strategies. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to contribute to the continued development of Psychology provision while working alongside experienced colleagues.

The role would suit an experienced Psychology Teacher looking for a new challenge, although applications from ECTs with strong subject knowledge and a genuine passion for Psychology will also be considered.

Candidate Requirements

Essential Requirements

• QTS or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification

• Strong subject knowledge in Psychology

• Experience teaching Psychology at secondary level

• Confidence teaching KS4 and KS5

• Strong understanding of psychological research methods

• Excellent classroom and behaviour management skills

• Ability to deliver engaging and intellectually challenging lessons

• Strong communication and organisational skills

• Commitment to safeguarding and student wellbeing

Desirable

• Experience teaching A-Level Psychology

• Knowledge of a major Psychology examination specification

• Experience supporting students with examination preparation

• Ability to contribute to wider Social Sciences teaching

• Experience developing enrichment opportunities or Psychology-related activities

The school welcomes applications from experienced teachers as well as ECTs and overseas-trained teachers who hold an appropriate recognised teaching qualification and QTS.

How to Apply

To be considered for this Psychology Teacher position in Leicester, please forward an up-to-date CV as soon as possible.