Teacher of Psychology

The Spires College is seeking to appoint a teacher of Psychology to teach the subject at GCSE and A level. Psychology is a popular course at the College. If you aim to inspire and enthuse students through your teaching and are dedicated to bringing positive outcomes for all young people then this could be the perfect role for you. 

We are looking for the best teacher, regardless of experience. The post is suitable for ECTs but we are equally keen to receive applications from more experienced teachers and from those seeking a full or part time position.

The College is a close community, with a shared desire to be the best we can be. The facilities and resources at The Spires College are excellent and as a School we are committed to staff’s professional development and invest heavily in ensuring our teachers grow and flourish as practitioners. 

 We offer:

• The opportunity to work in a supportive, effective team;
• excellent professional development and a wide range of professional opportunities, including significant leadership development opportunities;
• a high level of support for all new staff;
• a friendly, supportive environment;
• an exciting and fulfilling place to work in a friendly environment;
• a modern, purpose-built building and excellent facilities;
• further benefits including free access to the college gym, discounts for external gym memberships and retailers, a salary sacrifice scheme to assist with large value transport purchases and access to a 24 hour employee assistance programme.

You will:

 share the College’s very high expectations;

 be, or have the potential to be, an excellent classroom practitioner, who is able to teach psychology at Key Stages 4 and 5;

 be committed to working collaboratively with colleagues, students and parents;

 use your excellent subject knowledge and pedagogical understanding to support the ongoing develop of a high-quality psychology curriculum and ensure its successful delivery;

 be enthusiastic about giving young people the best possible start in life.

 The Spires College is a co-educational, 11-18 Bilateral School with a selective stream. We are a friendly, caring school which puts the needs of our children at the heart of all we do.

 For further details about the post including details of how to apply, please visit https://www.thespirescollege.com/page/?title=Staff+Vacancies&pid=132 or contact Michelle Smith, HR Officer:

jobs@thespirescollege.com, using ‘Teacher of Psychology Enquiry’ as the

subject.

 The closing date for applications is 9 am on Monday 21 October 2024. Interviews will take place later in the same week.

 The college is committed to safeguarding and to the promotion of the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts are subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure with barred list information.