Lead Teacher of Psychology
Notre Dame High School, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S10 3BT18 days remaining to apply
Start date details
As soon as possible
Closing date
17 November 2025 at 9am
Date listed
27 October 2025
Job details
Job role
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 5
Subject
- Psychology
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- Teaches pay scale MPS/UPS
Additional allowances
(+ TLR 2A, currently £3,527 p.a.)
What skills and experience we're looking for
- Lead and review the curriculum design of Psychology, including planning and assessment resources
- Contribute to the CPD of other colleagues within the wider Social Sciences department
- Monitor student progress and performance within Psychology and provide intervention
- A resilient disposition to cope with the demands of exam class teaching and managing assessment deadlines
- Commitment to upholding the school ethos including; spiritual life, use of authority and maintaining discipline
- Demands ambitious standards for all students; belief in the potential of everyone to learn and develop
- Values all children equally
- Values research and an evidenced based approach to teaching
- Conducts oneself with humour, diplomacy and integrity
- Willingness to contribute to extra-curricular activities
- QTS or equivalent (applicant may be working towards this)
- Good degree in relevant discipline
- Good knowledge and understanding of pedagogy
- Strong subject knowledge
- Understands the core features of successful lesson planning and SOL development
- Excellent classroom teacher who can lead by example
- Ability to make accurate and productive use of assessment
- Understands how to promote high standards of literacy and numeracy as appropriate to the subject
- Ability to secure the highest standards for all students
- Strong organisational skills
- Ability to prioritise own work to meet deadlines and ensure most effective use of time
- Ability to reflect on own practice, critically evaluate and plan strategically for improvement
- Experience of securing effective professional development for oneself
- Ability to think on feet, work on own initiative and find solutions to problems
- Good interpersonal skills with strong two way communication
- Ability to inspire, motivate others and build confidence in the classroom
- Ability to work as a member of a team, make decisions, implement them and be accountable
- Ability to handle conflict and change with optimism and resilience
- Ability to make a positive contribution to the wider life and ethos of the school
What the school offers its staff
At Notre Dame the ongoing professional development of all staff is a key priority. Our view is that we can always improve, not because we are not good enough but because we can be even better at what we do and that this in turn will ensure the very best outcomes for our students. We also aim to help staff to be ready for their ‘next step’ in their careers whatever that might be.
In order to achieve these aims we;
- have an ethos of ‘learning together’ through joint practice development which is conducted in a supportive and developmental way. Staff are encouraged to take risks and use research and evidence based approaches to improve their classroom practice.
- Encourage staff to be reflective and take the lead in their own professional development so that their individual needs are met
- Assign Learning improvement coaches to all departments to provide bespoke training and development
- Have an ECT programme to fully support those new to the profession. This involves meeting together in groups to share and develop best practice and working with a coach on an individual basis
- Provide trainee mentoring programmes for those moving in to new positions for example middle and senior leadership
Further information about the job
We are looking to appoint to the following post:
Lead Teacher of Psychology
Full-time/permanent
Teaches pay scale MPS/UPS
(+ TLR 2A, currently £3,527 p.a.)
The start date for this position would be at the start of the summer term, however an earlier start would be desirable.
Notre Dame High School, a vibrant and inclusive Catholic school within the St. Clare Catholic Multi Academy Trust, is seeking to appoint a skilled and passionate Lead Teacher of Psychology to join our dedicated teaching team. This role is central to shaping a dynamic and inspiring learning environment where psychological thinking is nurtured and celebrated.
About the Role
As Lead Teacher of Psychology, you will take responsibility for leading and developing the Psychology curriculum, as well as make a positive contribution to the wider Social Sciences department. You will be an outstanding classroom practitioner with a deep enthusiasm for the subject, able to inspire students to explore the world through a psychological lens and foster their curiosity and critical thinking.
Working closely with colleagues in the Social Sciences department, you will monitor student progress, support academic achievement, and contribute to a culture of high expectations and inclusive learning. Your leadership will help ensure that Psychology continues to thrive as a subject that challenges, engages, and empowers our learners.
We are especially keen to reflect the diverse nature of our student community in our staff. We warmly welcome applications from all qualified individuals and firmly believe that diversity in all its forms strengthens and enriches our whole school community.
For further details and an application pack please visit www.notredame-high.co.uk/uncategorized/current-vacancies or e-mail recruitment@notredame-high.co.uk
Completed application forms and Consent to Obtain References forms should be sent to recruitment@notredame-high.co.uk by the closing date below.
Closing date for receipt of completed applications: 9am on Monday 17th November 2025.
Notre Dame High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children & young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to complete an Enhanced DBS Disclosure. In addition, this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and a self-disclosure is required for applicants shortlisted for interview.
Commitment to safeguarding
Notre Dame High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children & young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to complete an Enhanced DBS Disclosure. In addition, this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and a self-disclosure is required for applicants shortlisted for interview.
Notre Dame expects all candidates to familiarise themselves with our Safeguarding Policy which can be found on the school website at www.notredame-high.co.uk/about-the-school/school-policies
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About Notre Dame High School
- School type
- Academy, Roman Catholic, ages 11 to 18
- Education phase
- Secondary
- School size
- 1492 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 18
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Notre Dame High School website
- Email address
- recruitment@notredame-high.co.uk
- Phone number
- 01142302536
Notre Dame is a Catholic school with a strong ethos at its heart. All staff are expected to uphold and contribute to the ethos of the school, which is what makes it a special place to work.
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