Head of Psychology

Contract: Maternity Cover*

Required for: January 2025

Kennet School embraces flexible working, and we are open to discuss possibilities for flexible working across all positions. All reasonable adjustments may be discussed during interview.

Are you a passionate Psychology teacher looking for a new challenge? Perhaps a Head of Department role?

Then look no further! We are seeking an enthusiastic teacher to take the reins of Head of Psychology on a Maternity Cover basis. If you would like to work with engaged and inquisitive pupils, then look no further than Kennet’s thriving Sixth Form. For a suitable candidate, there may be an opportunity to undertake further whole school or faculty responsibilities.

*We value our staff and are eager to explore continued opportunities for employment beyond the maternity cover period, with contracts subject to review.

We offer:

• a fantastic location next to an area of outstanding natural beauty and fast rail to London (45 minutes);

• an open and collaborative community which trusts its teachers;

• outstanding facilities and resources;

• high quality research-based professional development;

• a range of personal benefits, including Cycle to Work Scheme, on site leisure centre and an active staff social committee;

• Strong discipline through rigid procedures for managing behaviour including centralised detentions;

• a commitment to the wellbeing of our staff including flexible working hours;

• the opportunity to be part of an Ofsted ‘Outstanding’ School which believes ‘better never stops’.

For further insight into this role and working at Kennet School please download our application pack.

We would like you to be:

• able to teach Psychology A Level;

• an aspiring leader, with experience of creating a shared vision;

• a clear communicator with strong values and sense of moral purpose;

• creative, forward-thinking attitude and unapologetically passionate about your subject;

• committed to working collaboratively as part of a team and across the school;

• willing to think creatively and take risks in the classroom;

• hard-working with excellent organisational skills.

How to Apply: The easiest way to apply is by clicking the ‘Quick Apply’ button.

Alternatively, you can download our application form from the ‘Vacancies’ section of our website and send your completed document to office@kennetschool.co.uk.

The school’s successes are well documented, but we believe that it is most impressive when seen in action. We welcome enquiries and visits prior to application, so please get in touch with We welcome enquiries and visits prior to application, so please get in touch with Mr G Clegg, Deputy Headteacher for more information.

Deadline: Friday 22nd November 2024. Candidates selected for interview will be informed by telephone soon after.

We reserve the right to interview before the application deadline in exceptional cases, so we encourage early applications.

Kennet School is committed to equal opportunities, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all employees, governors, trainees and volunteers to share in this commitment. We value diverse backgrounds, life experiences and perspectives and have a supportive and inclusive organisational culture. We would like our organisation to be representative of our community and the users of our services and welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds. We seek employees who are keen to contribute to the fuller life of this over-subscribed and ambitious school. Successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check, and, in line with KCSIE, a social media check will be undertaken to validate details applicants have given to support a job application.