Teacher of Psychology

We are currently seeking to fill the position of Teacher of Psychology/Head of Psychology at Badminton School., We are looking for an enthusiastic and inspiring Teacher of Psychology to support the Psychology Department on a maternity cover basis. There is the opportunity to combine this with Head of Psychology for the right candidate. Main responsibilities include:

• To teach Psychology in an interesting and challenging manner enabling each pupil to realise her potential.
• To stimulate and foster enthusiasm for Psychology within the school.
• Prepare lessons taking account of the pupils' abilities within each teaching group/set.
• Participate in the development of appropriate specifications, materials and schemes of work. Applicants must have appropriate academic qualifications for the role, which for most teaching posts means a good degree in the subject.
• Applicants should have qualified teacher status.
• Experience of working with young people in some capacity.
• Successful applicants should demonstrate a clear understanding of their subject and have an ability to employ a range of effective teaching styles and assessment methods. For full details of the essential criteria, please see the person specification in the candidate brochure.

• Additional benefits: free lunch, free onsite parking, use of the school gym and heated swimming pool (at designated times).
• Pension scheme membership (including life cover).