Teacher of Psychology (MAT Leave)

Alcester Grammar School, Alcester, Warwickshire, B49 5ED

14 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  As soon as possible

• Closing date

  2 February 2026 at 7am

• Date listed

  19 January 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Subject: Psychology
• Working pattern: Part time, full time
• Contract type: Fixed term
• Full-time equivalent salary: £32,916.00 - £51,048.00 Annually (FTE) MPS / UPS

Teacher of Psychology (MAT Leave) job summary

Teacher of Psychology (MAT Leave)

Salary: MPS / UPS - FTE: Full-time OR part-time

Start Date: ASAP 2026

The Department:

The Psychology Department delivers the Edexcel syllabus which we believe offers interesting and varied topics for the students. We have a large intake of sixth form students across year 12 and 13, with classes currently up to 24 students.

Successful candidates would be working in a supportive team that collaborates closely to consistently improve student performance and has a real passion for all things psychology. Students experience a variety of teaching methods and styles in the classroom where high standards are the norm.

As well as delivering the syllabus, students are offered the opportunity to go on several different trips and hear information from external speakers to help them understand how psychology works in the real world and the career opportunities that are open to them.

Person Specification:

It is expected that the successful applicant will be able to fulfil the following criteria:

Qualifications:

QTS and a good honours degree in a related subject (ECTs are welcome)

Experience:

Ability to teach Psychology across KS5

Relationships:

A commitment to students as individuals

A sensitive attitude to students of all abilities and ages and the ability to differentiate teaching to meet the needs of the most able and those with Special Educational needs

An ability to create a stimulating and challenging learning environment for students

A recognition of the importance of partnership with parents

A supportive and co-operative approach to colleagues

Personal Characteristics:

A commitment to the AGS ethos

A willingness to continue learning and developing as a teacher

A reflective approach to their own practice and to the overall performance of the department

Hard working and adaptable

Happy to work independently or in collaboration

Able to carry initiatives through to their conclusion

Friendly and approachable

Well organised and able to meet deadlines

Demonstrate a passion for the subject and an ability to enthuse students of all ages

A commitment to safeguarding children’s well being

A commitment to playing a part in the wider life of the school

Please see the attached pack for further information about this vacancy and Alcester Grammar School.

Applications close at 8am on Monday 2nd February although we reserve the right to interview early if a suitable applicant is identified.

Thank you for your interest in the role. If you would like to talk through the role prior to application, then please do not hesitate to contact me at r.thorpe@alcestergs.com.

Safeguarding and Equal Opportunities:

Safeguarding

Alcester Grammar School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff to share this commitment and to undergo appropriate checks, including enhanced DBS checks.

Equal Opportunities

Alcester Grammar School is committed to developing a culture of inclusion in our school for the benefit of all staff, pupils and governors. We believe that all staff should thrive irrespective of race, religious beliefs, disability, gender, gender identity, and sexual orientation. We recognise and respect values and difference and we work to remove any barriers which inhibit the development of people, including recruitment and retention.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Alcester Grammar School

• School type: Academy, ages 11 to 18
• Education phase: Secondary school
• School size: 1294 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 18
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Alcester Grammar School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/alcester-grammar-school

A unique and happy school, where you can indulge your creativity, refine your skills, and enjoy an atmosphere that respects your professional autonomy. With delightful students, grateful parents and supportive colleagues, teaching doesn't get much better than this.

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