Psychology Teacher

Teaching Personnel; Northampton; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking two passionate Psychology Teachers to join their team in Northampton and Wellingborough. These roles offer a supportive teaching environment in well-respected schools known for academic excellence. Ideal candidates will have Qualified Teacher Status and a degree in Psychology or a related field, alongside strong communication and classroom management skills. Enjoy competitive pay rates and career development opportunities while making a significant impact on students' lives. This is a fantastic opportunity to join the UK's largest education recruitment agency and contribute to the ongoing success of the social sciences team.

Benefits

Competitive pay rates

Personal consultant available 24/7

Access to CPD and career development

Free child protection training

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) required.
• Degree in Psychology or closely related field necessary.

Responsibilities

• Teach Psychology in a supportive and collaborative environment.
• Contribute to the success of the social sciences team.

Skills

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Classroom Management

Passion for Teaching

Education

Degree in Psychology

Degree in a Closely Related Field

Job description

Position: Psychology Teachers (x2)
Locations: Northampton & Wellingborough
Start Date: September 2025

Teaching Personnel are seeking two dedicated and experienced Psychology Teachers to work in two of our partner schools — one based in Northampton (NN3) and the other in Wellingborough (NN8). Both schools are well-respected institutions with strong reputations for academic achievement and a commitment to student success. One has been rated 'Good' by Ofsted and was recently named among the top state schools in the East Midlands.

These schools offer a supportive and collaborative teaching environment, with established social science departments that include Psychology, Sociology, Politics, and Economics. Staff are actively involved in curriculum development and share a commitment to academic excellence, with student outcomes consistently exceeding national averages.

We are looking for:

• 2 Psychology Teachers (1 in Northampton, 1 in Wellingborough)
• Full-time
• Passionate educators who can contribute to the ongoing success of the social sciences team

Requirements:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• A degree in Psychology or a closely related field
• A genuine passion for teaching and delivering high-quality education
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and classroom management skills

Benefits of working through Teaching Personnel:

• Competitive pay rates, paid weekly
• Personal consultant available 24/7
• Access to CPD and career development via our CPD Academy
• Be part of the UK’s largest education recruitment agency

How to Apply:
To express interest in one of these exciting roles, please contact Alana at [e-mail] and send your most up-to-date CV. Please note: registration and vetting through Teaching Personnel will be required.

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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