Teacher of Psychology & Behavioral Sciences

Location: Leeds, West Yorkshire

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

Contract: Full-Time, Permanent or Fixed-Term

Start Date: Immediate / ASAP or January Start

A forward-thinking, high-achieving secondary school and Sixth Form in Leeds is seeking an articulate, analytical, and dynamic Teacher of Psychology to join their flourishing Social Sciences & Humanities faculty. Set within a culturally vibrant and academically ambitious West Yorkshire community, this is an outstanding opportunity for a psychology specialist, whether an experienced practitioner eager to deliver rigorous A-Level modules or an ambitious Early Career Teacher (ECT), to inspire scientific curiosity, critical evaluation, and a deep understanding of human behavior across an inquisitive student body.

About the Role

As a Teacher of Psychology, you will transform empirical research methods, cognitive development, biological psychology, and behavioral theories into captivating, real-world learning experiences. Joining a collaborative and supportive department, you will deliver high-rigor lessons across Key Stage 4 (GCSE Psychology) and Key Stage 5 (A-Level Psychology), equipping students with the quantitative reasoning, research design, and essay-writing skills vital for higher education and analytical careers.

• Environment: A modern Leeds secondary school equipped with state-of-the-art digital learning spaces, dedicated social science resources, and strong links to local universities

• Culture: A collaborative, scholarly faculty committed to evidence-based teaching, structured revision coaching, critical thinking, and student wellbeing

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver academically rich, engaging Psychology lessons across Key Stage 4 and Key Stage 5 covering core approaches (cognitive, biological, psychodynamic, behavioral), research methods, and applied psychology topics (e.g., psychopathology, forensic psychology, relationships).

• Prepare GCSE and A-Level candidates thoroughly for national written examinations through data-driven tracking, essay structuring workshops, and rigorous statistical/research methods coaching.

• Embed scientific inquiry and ethical debate into daily instruction, encouraging students to critically evaluate psychological studies, theories, and real-world case studies.

• Track, evaluate, and monitor student progress systematically, executing targeted intervention strategies to stretch high-aspiring scholars while scaffolding complex scientific terminology for developing learners.

• Contribute positively to departmental enrichment, such as psychology research clubs, university taster lectures, behavioral science debates, and essay competition mentoring.

Requirements

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

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

• Proven track record or demonstrated capability of delivering outstanding Psychology instruction across Key Stage 4 and Key Stage 5 (KS5/A-Level Psychology teaching experience is highly desirable).

• Thorough knowledge of national Psychology examination board specifications (e.g., AQA, OCR, Edexcel) and robust competency in teaching psychological research methods and statistics.

• Outstanding classroom presence, strong analytical communication skills, and an infectious enthusiasm for behavioral science and human cognition.

Salary & Benefits

• Pay Scale: West Yorkshire Main / Upper Pay Scale (MPS/UPS, commensurate with experience), with potential TLR opportunities available for Key Stage Psychology Coordination or Social Sciences Faculty Lead.

• Teachers’ Pension Scheme (TPS), comprehensive continuous professional development (CPD), structured mentoring pathways, and access to staff health and wellbeing programs.

How to Apply

If you are an ambitious Psychology specialist ready to inspire the next generation of behavioral scientists and critical thinkers at a thriving secondary school in Leeds, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your application and CV as soon as possible for consideration.