Subject Leader of Psychology

Gravesend Grammar School are looking to appoint a dynamic and enthusiastic Subject Leader for Psychology. The successful candidate will lead an experienced and motivated team of staff, and take responsibility for the teaching, learning, assessment and outcomes within the Psychology department. Psychology is a hugely popular choice with our students and we currently have seven 6th form groups; we expect this to expand further as our larger intake moves through the school. We are happy to discuss options for full or part-time working, and welcome applications from both aspiring and experienced subject leaders. 

We seek:

• A well qualified teacher of Psychology that has the ability to teach at KS5
• An outstanding classroom practitioner who is flexible and innovative with a rigorous approach to assessment and learning
• Excellent subject knowledge
• Commitment to exceptional standards of teaching and learning by students and staff to achieve the results expected at this School
• A Leader who can instil a culture of continuous professional development within your Department for both teachers and support staff
• Ability to collaborate effectively with other Leaders
• A Leader committed to ensuring that your Department and Staff implement and adhere to Trust policies
• A committed team member who will contribute to wider school activities including school productions, clubs and societies

We offer:

• TLR (depending on experience)
• Enthusiastic and highly able students who “attain very high standards and make excellent progress” (OFSTED)
• A well-resourced department
• Supportive and enthusiastic colleagues, and a positive working environment
• A strong relationship with the local community with fast links to London and Europe; free on-site parking
• Benenden Healthcare Scheme
• Potential for on-site accommodation

Closing Date - 1st February, 2023

Interviews - 9th/10th February, 2023

Appointment - 1st September 2023

If you would like to find out more about the school please visit our website at www.gravesendgrammar.com. If you would like more information about joining the team please contact Sarah Tremain, Deputy Headteacher tremains@gravesendgrammar.com.

We will not accept CVs. Completed application forms must be e-mailed to Lisa Walsh, HR at walshl@gravesendgrammar.com by 09:00 on the closing date.

Information about the school:

Gravesend Grammar School is an 11-18 selective boys grammar school with girls admitted to the Sixth Form. The most recent Ofsted Inspection (June 2015) judged the School as ‘Outstanding’.

We became an Academy on 1st August 2011 as part of The Decus Educational Trust (TDET).

The school is currently going through a period of expansion. We have recently moved into our £8 million new 6th form building which, in addition to our other building projects, will provide improved facilities across the school. We will continue to rise year on year until we admit 1500 students (7 forms of entry). This is a really exciting time in the history of the school and has the potential to provide succession opportunities for colleagues that want to progress in their careers.

We have a committed staff who provide opportunity and challenge in a caring environment and strive to ensure the students achieve the very best they can at all times. We also have strong working partnerships with parents, governors and the local community.

We are served by excellent transport links; by road the A2 and M25, and by rail Gravesend train station (on the HS1 line) is a short walk from the School and Ebbsfleet International train station is only a 10 minute drive. We also have the opportunity for on-site staff accommodation.