Psychology Teacher

Location: Genf

** Job Description
**** Psychology Teacher
**** The British School of Geneva (BSG)
**** Purpose of Role
** The Psychology Teacher plays a key role in delivering high-quality Psychology education to students at GCSE and A Level. The successful candidate will foster linguistic proficiency, intercultural understanding, and academic excellence, in line with the school’s mission to provide an inclusive and inspiring British education in an international context.
** ISP Principles
**** Begin with our children and students.
** Our children and students are at the heart of what we do. Simply, their success is our success. Wellbeing and safety are both essential for learners and learning. Therefore, we are consistent in identifying potential safeguarding and Health & Safety issues and acting and following up on all concerns appropriately.
** Treat everyone with care and respect.
** We look after one another, embrace similarities and differences and promote the well-being of self and others.
** Operate effectively.
** We focus relentlessly on the things that are most important and will make the most difference. We apply school policies and procedures and embody the shared ideas of our community.
** Are financially responsible.
** We make financial choices carefully based on the needs of the children, students and our schools.
** Learn continuously.
** Getting better is what drives us. We positively engage with personal and professional development and school improvement.
** Professional Standards
** Teachers at The British School of Geneva are expected to uphold the following professional standards, aligned with the Department for Education Teachers’ Standards and the School’s Employee Code of Conduct:
* Set high expectations that inspire, motivate and challenge students.
* Promote good progress and outcomes by planning lessons that build on prior learning and ensure every student achieves their potential.
* Demonstrate good subjects and curriculum knowledge, maintaining up-to-date understanding of developments in the subject and pedagogy.
* Plan and teach well-structured lessons that engage students and promote independent, critical, and creative thinking.
* Adapt teaching to respond to the strengths and needs of all learners, including those requiring additional support or extension.
* Make accurate and productive use of assessment, using data to inform planning and feedback, and to support student progress.
* Manage behaviour effectively to ensure a safe, respectful and purposeful learning environment.
* Fulfil wider professional responsibilities, contributing to the life of the School and supporting its strategic aims.
** Key Responsibilities
** The duties outlined in this job description may be modified by the Principal, with your agreement, to reflect or anticipate changes in the job, commensurate with the salary and job title.  It will be reviewed in the context of the School Development Plan and Performance Management cycle.
** Teaching and Learning
*** Plan, prepare, and deliver effective lessons in Psychology for students at GCSE and A Level, ensuring clear learning objectives and measurable outcomes.
* Use a range of pedagogical approaches to engage students of varying abilities and learning styles.
* Prepare students thoroughly for internal assessments and public examinations, maintaining high academic standards.
* Integrate cultural and contemporary Psychology topics to enhance student engagement and intercultural awareness.
** Pastoral Care and Student Welfare
*** Support the pastoral care of students, promoting their personal, social, and emotional well-being.
* Participate in school events, trips, and extracurricular activities related to French language and culture.
* Build positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues, fostering a strong sense of community.
** Professional Conduct and Development
*** Uphold the values, ethos and reputation of The British School of Geneva in all professional interactions.
* Comply with the School’s policies on safeguarding, health and safety, equality, inclusion and professional conduct.
* Engage actively in professional development opportunities and reflective practice.
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