Job Description

Role: Psychology Teacher
Location: Croydon
Start Date: ASAP/January 2025
End Date: Negotiable
Employment Type: Full-Time/Part-Time
Contract Type: Long-Term/Short-Term/Supply
Pay Scale: £150 - £260 per day depending on experience & Contract Type

Are you a dedicated and accomplished Psychology Teacher with a passion for inspiring the next generation of psychologists and critical thinkers?

If so, we invite you to explore a fantastic opportunity with GSL Education. We are currently searching for a talented Psychology Teacher to join our client school in Croydon.

This institution is deeply committed to empowering students with essential knowledge and skills in psychology, preparing them for success in understanding human behaviour and mental processes. Known for their relentless pursuit of academic excellence, they take immense pride in providing a supportive and enriching learning environment where students can thrive in the study of psychology.

As a Psychology Teacher, your responsibilities typically include more than just marking and planning, although those are important aspects of the role. Here are some key responsibilities you would typically have:

• Curriculum Development: Develop and deliver a comprehensive and engaging psychology curriculum that covers essential topics such as cognitive psychology, developmental psychology, social psychology, and research methods.
• Effective Classroom Instruction: Provide clear and effective instruction, utilizing innovative teaching methods, technology, and real-world applications to make complex psychological concepts accessible and relatable to students.
• Student Assessment: Assess student progress through a variety of evaluation methods, including quizzes, tests, practical assessments, and projects, and provide constructive feedback to promote academic growth.
• Mentorship and Guidance: Foster critical thinking, inquiry skills, and a passion for psychology in students, guiding them towards their academic and personal development, and preparing them for future careers in psychology and related fields.
• Classroom Management:Establish and maintain a positive and organized classroom environment that encourages active participation, collaboration, and a strong enthusiasm for psychology among students.
• Professional Development: Stay updated with the latest developments in the field of psychology and education, bringing current industry insights into the classroom and participating in continuous professional development to enhance teaching skills and knowledge.

The successful candidate for Psychology Teacher will have:

• Qualified Teacher Status (ideally PGCE, GTP, BEd, Cert Ed, BA with QTS) in Psychology or a related field.
• Prior experience teaching Psychology to secondary school students.
• Strong knowledge of the national curriculum and assessment methods in psychology.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with students, colleagues, and parents.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
• DBS on Updated Service.

GSL Education offers:

1. Diverse Opportunities: GSL Education provides access to a variety of roles in different types of educational settings, from mainstream schools to special education and alternative provisions.

1. Support and Guidance: We will support you throughout the recruitment process, helping you refine your CV, prepare for interviews, and navigate compliance procedures.

1. Flexibility: Many positions offered through GSL Education can be flexible, including part-time, full-time, and temporary roles, which can suit various personal circumstances.

1. Commitment to Quality and Safeguarding: As an ethical, inclusive, and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education is committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools throughout Croydon.

1. Professional Development: GSL Education may provide access to training and development opportunities, helping you to enhance your skills and advance your career in education.

1. Dedicated Consultant: GSL Education provides a dedicated consultant who will support you in sourcing your desirable role with the best pay rate.

Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection, and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks; including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service, or completing an application for a new check.

For more information or to register your interest in the Psychology Teacher role, or to be considered, please click apply now to submit your full and up-to-date CV, and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.