Teacher of Psychology

The Hertfordshire & Essex High School and Science College, Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire, CM23 5NJ

12 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  September 2026

• Closing date

  11 May 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  29 April 2026

Need help writing your personal statement for this role?

Use the personal statement builder (opens in new tab) to get AI-powered support in highlighting your skills and experience.

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
  • Suitable for early career teachers
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Subject: Psychology
• Working pattern: Part time, full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: £34,398.00 - £52,490.00 Annually (FTE) Includes London Fringe

Teacher of Psychology job summary

Bring Psychology to life

Are you passionate about the human mind and behaviour? Do you thrive on challenging students to think critically, question assumptions and engage with contemporary psychological research?

We are seeking an exceptional Teacher of Psychology with A‑level experience to join our forward‑thinking secondary school. This is a fantastic opportunity for an enthusiastic subject specialist who brings Psychology to life and inspires students to achieve excellent outcomes.

The Hertfordshire & Essex High School is a vibrant and happy school providing an exciting variety of opportunities for girls and Sixth Form for girls & boys to develop their talents, to enjoy themselves and to flourish as individuals. Rated as Outstanding in our latest Ofsted inspection “”Excellence for All” runs through all aspects of this exceptional School”. Herts & Essex provides an excellent educational experience for students, and a first-rate experience for staff looking to develop their careers in education.

The Role

You will deliver high‑quality, engaging A‑level Psychology lessons, nurturing students’ curiosity and analytical thinking while supporting them to excel academically. You will play a key role in maintaining and developing a strong Psychology curriculum, using creative approaches that make learning relevant, rigorous and exciting.

We are looking for someone who:

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Has proven experience of teaching A‑level Psychology, with a strong understanding of exam specifications
• Is able to deliver dynamic, thought‑provoking lessons that engage and challenge students
• Has excellent subject knowledge and a genuine enthusiasm for Psychology
• Believes in every student’s potential and is committed to inclusive, high‑quality teaching
• Has passion about pupil development and supporting them to achieve their best
• Embraces professional development and contributes positively to department and whole‑school life

Working at Herts & Essex will mean joining a team of highly committed, well qualified teachers and support staff who work hard to provide the best possible education for our students.

What we can offer you:

• Enthusiastic, motivated students with a genuine interest in Psychology where the subject is very popular
• Support from a collaborative team that values innovation, reflective practice and high expectations.
• Strong leadership with a commitment to staff development and wellbeing
• Excellent resources and facilities to support outstanding teaching
• A positive, inclusive school culture where both students and staff flourish
• Encourages and supports career development including opportunities for research and NPQ qualifications
• Offers Coaching as part of its excellent wellbeing offer
• Has been awarded the Carnegie Mental Health Award
• Has staff and student networks for BAME and LGBTQ+ communities through our DARE and Kaleidoscope groups

We welcome applications from Early Career Teachers searching for their first teaching role and more experienced teachers looking for a new challenge.

In person interview: Thursday 14 May 2026

We reserve the right to form a shortlist once sufficient suitable applications have been received. Early application is therefore encouraged.

Should you have any queries about the post or should you have any difficulties submitting your application, please email: hr@hemat.org.ukor call the school on 01279 654127.

Herts & Essex is dedicated to supporting and promoting equality, diversity and inclusion in the school community.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all members of staff to share this commitment. Appointment to this post will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks including satisfactory Criminal Records Check through the Disclosure and Barring Service and online searches.

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

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all members of staff to share this commitment. Appointment to this post will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks including satisfactory Criminal Records Check through the Disclosure and Barring Service.

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 The Hertfordshire & Essex High School and Science College

• School type: Academy, ages 11 to 18
• Education phase: Secondary school
• School size: 1450 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 18
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: The Hertfordshire & Essex High School and Science College website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/the-hertfordshire-essex-high-school-and-science-college-bishop-s-stortford

Focused on delivering Excellence for All, The Hertfordshire & Essex High School provides a vibrant and welcoming working environment in a popular, non-selective school with an excellent academic record. Rated as an ‘outstanding school with an outstanding sixth form’ in our last Ofsted inspection, Herts & Essex provides an excellent educational experience for students, and a first-rate experience for staff looking to develop their careers in education.

School location

Get a job alert when similar jobs are listed

Find more school jobs in Hertfordshire