A-Level Psychology Lecturer

The City of Liverpool College; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Liverpool College is seeking a dynamic A-Level Psychology Lecturer who is passionate about engaging students through innovative teaching methods. This full-time permanent role entails creating relevant learning experiences, monitoring student progress, and contributing to the academic mission of the college. Candidates with experience in teaching Psychology, Sociology, or Criminology are highly encouraged to apply.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

Competitive salary

Employee Benefits Platform access

Wellbeing support

Excellent pension provision

Qualifications

• Educated to Level 6 (Degree or equivalent) in related degree.
• Successful recent teaching experience with 16-18 year olds in Psychology.
• Excellent computer literacy and proven curriculum planning skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high quality lessons connecting classroom content to real-world issues.
• Monitor student progress, provide constructive feedback, and motivate them.
• Engage and motivate students using effective teaching techniques.

Skills

Communication

Curriculum Planning

Interpersonal Skills

Teaching

Computer Literacy

Education

Degree or equivalent in related field

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Description

Application Deadline: 1 July 2025

Department: Academic Studies

Location: Liverpool

Compensation: £33,451 - £41,480 / year

Description

Job Title: A-Level Psychology Lecturer
Department: Academic Studies
Salary: £33,451 to £41,480
Job Type: Permanent, Full time

Are you passionate about inspiring the next generation through engaging and innovative teaching? We’re looking for a dynamic and enthusiastic individual to join our team and help us deliver excellence in teaching and learning.

In this role, you’ll create exciting, relevant, and high-quality learning experiences for all students. You’ll bring subjects to life, connecting classroom content to real-world issues, current events, and local employers—helping students see the value and relevance of what they’re learning. You’ll also play a key role in supporting each student’s academic journey by monitoring progress, providing constructive feedback, and motivating them to achieve their goals.

We offer a wide range of popular Social Sciences courses, including GCSE Sociology and Psychology, as well as AS/A2 levels—Psychology being one of our most in-demand A-level subjects with multiple groups each year. If you have experience teaching AS/A2 Psychology, that’s a big plus! We’d also love to hear from you if you can teach Sociology or Criminology.

If you’re ready to make a real difference in students’ lives and thrive in a vibrant and supportive teaching environment, we’d love to hear from you!


Key Responsibilities

• To contribute fully to the mission and values statement of the College ensuring its effective implementation in all aspects of College life.
• To contribute to the College and curriculum area strategic objectives and to actively engage in the annual review.
• To be aware of national developments in subject area and update knowledge and skills on an annual basis.
• To plan, prepare and deliver high quality lessons to achieve effective management of the learning process
• Plan and use a range of effective and appropriate teaching and learning techniques to engage and motivate students and encourage independence and student autonomy
• Establish a purposeful and motivating learning environment where students feel safe, secure, confident and valued
• Establish and maintain procedures with students which promote and maintain appropriate behaviour,

Generic Duties:

• To contribute fully to the mission and values statement of the College Group ensuring its effective implementation in all aspects of College life.
• To take proactive responsibility for Health & Safety to ensure that a safe working environment and safe working practices are maintained at all times.
• To comply with the General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR).
• To support cross college actives as required in particular the key enrolment and invigilation periods.
• To understand roles and responsibilities around safeguarding all learners.
  
  

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

Essential Criteria:

• Educated to Level 6 e.g. Degree or equivalent in related degree
• Successful recent previous teaching experience with 16-18 year olds
• Excellent computer literacy – ability to use the current IT programs of the College
• Proven relevant experience of curriculum planning, development & delivery
• Knowledge and understanding gained from previous experience in delivering the BTEC and/or
• A level specifications (Psychology/Sociology)
• Engaged and passionate about Continuing Professional Development.
• Minimum of Level 2 Literacy/Numeracy .
• High level of communication and interpersonal skills, an effective member of a team
• Ability to set high standards for students, colleagues and for themselves
• Strong understanding of the importance and impact of feedback on learner performance
• Experience using ICT to support and enhance subject delivery
• Outstanding teacher who is student centred

Desirable Criteria:

• Experience and understanding of ALPS and value added as progress measures
• Good understanding of curriculum development to meet the training needs of employers
• Fluent speaking in any of the mentioned languages: Arabic, Chinese, Farsi, Kurdish Sorani, Tigrinya, Spanish, French or Portuguese
• Experience as a subject examiner
  
  

Benefits

We really care about our people. As a member of College staff, you will have access to a wide range of benefits, wellbeing services and opportunities for professional development.

These include:

• Generous annual leave - We offer the highest holiday entitlement in the City Region
• Competitive salary - Our salaries are the highest within FE in the City Region
• Access to our Employee Benefits Platform, offering hundreds of discounts and savings
• Wellbeing support - Access to a free, independent and confidential 24 hour counselling support, as well as general wellbeing and lifestyle support through our platform and app
• Pension Scheme - Excellent pension provision, with memberships of Local Government Scheme, Teachers Pension Scheme and Aviva, depending on the role.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Education and Training

• Industries

  Higher Education

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