Teacher of Psychology

Location: Havering

Ofsted Rating: Outstanding

School Type: Secondary School & Sixth Form (Co-educational)

An Ofsted-rated ‘Outstanding’ secondary school in the London Borough of Havering is seeking an inquisitive, articulate, and dedicated Teacher of Psychology to join their thriving Social Sciences faculty. This is an exceptional opportunity for an enthusiastic educator, whether an experienced A-Level practitioner or a talented Early Career Teacher (ECT) with a strong academic background, looking to inspire the next generation of psychologists, neuroscientists, and behavioral researchers in a top-performing Sixth Form setting.

About the Role

As a Teacher of Psychology, you will captivate students' minds by exploring human behavior, cognitive processing, developmental psychology, and social influence. Teaching primarily across Key Stage 5 (A-Level Psychology) alongside potential introductory Key Stage 4 modules, you will guide Sixth Formers through rigorous scientific methodology, psychological research design, and critical evaluation techniques that prepare them for top university destinations.

• Start Date: Immediate or upcoming term

• Environment: A flagship co-educational secondary school celebrated for its high academic standards, exceptional Sixth Form outcomes, and ambitious learning culture

• Culture: An intellectually stimulating, supportive, and well-resourced workplace backed by dedicated social science colleagues and an approachable leadership team

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, high-impact A-Level Psychology lessons that break down complex psychological theories, biological mechanisms, and statistical analysis methods.

• Prepare Sixth Form students thoroughly for national A-Level examinations, developing their essay structure, research evaluation, and mathematical data interpretation skills.

• Embed empirical research studies, ethical debates, and contemporary psychological case studies into daily classroom discussion.

• Monitor, track, and evaluate student academic progress, providing actionable feedback to stretch high attainers while supporting developing learners.

• Lead or support departmental enrichment, such as student psychology societies, university masterclasses, research project clubs, and guest speaker events.

Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognized teaching credential.

• A strong academic degree in Psychology, Cognitive Neuroscience, Behavioral Science, or a closely related discipline.

• Proven track record or demonstrated capability of delivering outstanding A-Level Psychology teaching (experience with major exam boards such as AQA, Edexcel, or OCR is highly desirable).

• In-depth understanding of psychological research methods, statistical analysis in psychology, and exam assessment criteria.

• Exceptional classroom leadership, communication, and debate-facilitation skills, with a passion for scientific inquiry and human behavior.

Salary & Benefits

• Pay Scale: Outer London MPS/UPS pay scale (commensurate with experience), with potential TLR opportunities available for Sixth Form academic mentoring or Key Stage 5 coordinator roles.

• Comprehensive continuous professional development (CPD), Sixth Form specialist mentoring, and clear pathways for career progression in a top-tier school environment.

How to Apply

If you are an ambitious, creative, and inspiring Psychology specialist ready to make a lasting impact at an Outstanding school in Havering, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your application as soon as possible for consideration.