Leader of Learning - Psychology and Sociology

Location:

London, GB

Date: 15 Feb 2026

Please note, we are only able to accept applications from candidates who live in the UK and have the right to work in the UK.

Do you have a desire to help students make outstanding learning progress in a high achieving department at the country's most innovative school, Kings Inter High ?

As part of our continued growth in providing our services internationally, we are excited to be recruiting a qualified and experienced and ambitious Teacher of Psychology to join our school. The successful candidate will be required to deliver Key Stage 5 Psychology. The ability to deliver IB Psychology & A Level Sociology would be desirable but not essential.

Our teachers work from home in the UK to deliver live lessons via our online classrooms where students are encouraged to participate and join in activities.

Job Title – Teacher of Psychology

Location – Based in the UK - working remotely from home

Various Benefits: A Company Pension, Life Cover, Employee Discount Programme

Start Date – September 2026

Position and working hours

Part Time 30 hours per week (0.8 FTE)

Permanent contract

Live Teaching can be between 8:20 am – 4:00 pm

Meeting and Clubs 4:00 pm – 4:40 pm

Annually you will be contracted to work 35 weeks’ term time and a further 4 weeks of directed company days. The timing of directed days will be confirmed on the school calendar. It is, however, expected that staff will work the necessary hours to fulfil their duties and responsibilities.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

The candidate will be qualified up to degree level and have a recognised teaching qualification, such as a PGCE with Qualified Teacher Status.

We are looking for a Teacher of Psychology to join our team, reporting directly to the Head of Subject. As our successful candidate, you will have a genuine passion for Psychology and a desire to inspire this in your students. You must also be eager to develop your own teaching skills and share ideas with colleagues. You will be responsible for developing schemes of work and course materials for Psychology.

• Inspire, motivate and provide purposeful subject knowledge for students within the school
• Be up to date on current research and emerging pedagogy and disseminate this to staff through active engagement in professional development with the learning community
• Support the self‑evaluation of the school’s effectiveness and the development of priorities for improvement
• Assist in maintaining and developing a high‑quality school environment and profile and act as a role model through professional conduct and disposition
• Provide guidance and advice to students on educational matters
• Provide and contribute to assessments, reports and references relating to student progress and attainment in a timely manner
• Participate in meetings and staff CPD opportunities
• Undertake any other work as specified by their line manager

Skills and attributes – Essential

• Excellent subject knowledge
• Knowledge of the correct Safeguarding procedures
• Ability to work well in teams with excellent written and communication skills
• Able to work effectively in dynamic and changing environments
• Experience of working in the secondary or college sector
• Experience of working in state or independent school sector
• Experience with creating resources and the ability to review and enhance current course delivery
• Computer literate with the ability to use a variety of applications

Skills and attributes – Desirable

• Current or previous experience in a pastoral role e.g., form tutor
• Knowledge of best ways to engage students in your subject of expertise.
• The capability to drive best practices and have a reputation for delivering high quality material.
• The ability to work well within a team, while having the courage to raise new ideas and support the implementation within the department.
• A keen interest within the online teaching and learning environment, with a passion for the learning and development of students.
• A flexible, highly energetic approach and the ability to thrive in a business with a fast…