Psychology Teacher – Welcoming & High-Achieving Secondary School in Peterborough

Job Title: Psychology Teacher Location: Peterborough, Cambridgeshire Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent Start Date: ASAP Salary: MPS / UPS Role Overview The school is a vibrant, inclusive, and highly regarded 11–18 secondary school and sixth form located in Peterborough. Built on a foundation of strong academic ambition, high standards, and a supportive community ethos, the school provides a safe, structured, and stimulating environment where students are encouraged to achieve their full potential. Campus facilities feature modern social science teaching suites, interactive classroom technology, dedicated sixth form study areas, and extensive learning resources. Staff work within a collaborative, well-resourced department and are supported by a visible, forward-thinking Senior Leadership Team committed to staff well-being, manageable workloads, and continuous professional development. In this full-time role, you will deliver high-quality Psychology lessons across Key Stage 4 and Key Stage 5 (A-Level), inspiring students to explore human behaviour, cognitive processes, social influence, and psychological research methods. Candidate Requirements Qualifications: Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or PGCE in Secondary Education or Social Sciences, alongside an undergraduate degree in Psychology or a related discipline. Teaching Mastery: Strong subject knowledge with a proven ability to deliver engaging, high-impact A-Level Psychology lessons aligned with major UK exam board specifications (AQA/Edexcel/OCR). Classroom Management: Outstanding organizational and classroom management skills, fostering a focused, analytical, and supportive learning environment. Student Attainment: Experience in tracking pupil progress, evaluating essay technique and evaluation skills, and running targeted revision workshops to raise exam outcomes. Key Responsibilities Plan and deliver dynamic Psychology lessons across KS4 and KS5, covering core topics including psychopathology, memory, attachment, research methods, and biological psychology. Prepare sixth form students thoroughly for A-Level examinations, focusing on essay structure, critical analysis, and data interpretation. Regularly mark work, conduct diagnostic assessments, and provide constructive feedback to accelerate student progress. Contribute to departmental schemes of work, shared planning, and extra-curricular academic clubs or psychology societies. School Highlights Purpose-built social sciences suites equipped with digital whiteboards, comprehensive shared resources, and dedicated sixth form learning hubs. Welcoming, supportive school community providing structured mentoring for Early Career Teachers (ECTs). Continuous tailored CPD programs and clear pathways toward key stage management or middle leadership roles. To Apply To be considered for this Psychology Teacher position in Peterborough, please submit your updated CV as soon as possible.