Part-Time Teacher of A-Level Psychology

Our College

Edgbaston College is a selective independent sixth form college located in Birmingham. We are a College where every member of staff is valued. We aim to recruit the highest calibre of staff through all areas of the College. Edgbaston College is a community and all staff work with a professional, committed and enthusiastic attitude.

We pride ourselves on our approach to teaching and learning, with small class sizes and an informal atmosphere ensuring that students are treated as individuals and build great relationships with staff.

Our Curriculum

We offer a flexible curriculum to suit students requiring one and two-year A level programmes with regular testing, a maximum class size of 10 students and an outstanding pastoral system to support students and teachers alike.

The Role

Edgbaston College wishes to appoint an experienced Psychology Teacher. We are ideally looking for a Psychology Teacher on a x0.4-0.6 timetable.

This is a permanent position for an enthusiastic and academically capable A-Level Psychology teacher starting in September 2024.

Job Description

The role requires you to teach A-Level Psychology students and support their learning; allowing them to achieve the best possible outcomes. You will develop, deliver, and support the College’s academic programmes in line with College standards and policies.

Job Requirements 

• A minimum of an upper second-class or equivalent degree in Psychology or a Psychology-related subject from a strong university 
• Excellent subject knowledge and communication skills 
• Ability to develop positive rapport with students 
• Commitment to the College and its ethos of preparing students for the next step in their life
• Previous teaching experience of A-Level Psychology is desirable
• Teachers are expected to contribute to the rich co-curricular life of the College

Key Features and Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Located close to excellent train and bus links in central Birmingham. Free parking available for staff
• Potential for career progression and personal development
• Additional earning potential through our Easter Revision programme is also available

How to apply

If you feel you'd be ideal for the position, we encourage you to send your CV and cover letter (optional) to enquiries@edgbastoncollege.co.uk or apply through TES.

Start date: September 2025

Recruitment Agencies

We advertise our vacancies to attract candidates and not agency suppliers. If we need agency assistance, we will reach out to our trusted partners. Any speculative CVs we receive will not be accepted as an introduction.

Equal Opportunities Disclaimer

Edgbaston College is an equal opportunities employer and values diversity. This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and will be expected to adhere to all safeguarding, welfare and health and safety policies and procedures of the school.

Safeguarding Disclaimer

The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). 

It is an offence to apply for this role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.