Position: Teacher of Psychology (Maternity Cover)

Location: On site, Westbury-on-Trym BS9 3BA

Hours: This a temporary, part-time position to cover maternity leave (approximately 0.8 to 0.85 FTE)

Start date: Monday 27 April

The closing date for this position will be Monday 2nd March at 8:00AM

Suitable candidates may be interviewed before the closing date and the school reserves the right to withdraw the position if an early appointment is made; applicants are therefore encouraged to apply early.

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

To be considered for this position, we are looking for the following:

• 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.

What We Offer:

• 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)

Applicants should be aware that all email communication with HR will be sent via E-teach. We recommend that you check your emails and E-teach account regularly.