GCSE Psychology Lecturer (Temporary)

Dovetail & Slate; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

Dovetail & Slate Ltd is seeking a GCSE Psychology Lecturer to plan, deliver and assess GCSE Psychology in a temporary position based in the North West. You will deliver engaging theory sessions and support learners to build strong subject knowledge to achieve exam grades.

You will track progress, provide clear feedback and prepare students for external examinations, while maintaining records and contributing to curriculum development and internal QA procedures.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Psychology or closely related field (or equivalent).
• Proven ability to teach GCSE Psychology with engaging delivery.
• Ambitious about helping learners achieve high exam grades.
• Enhanced DBS or willingness to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver high-quality GCSE Psychology lessons.
• Develop learning resources tailored to learners.
• Assess work, track progress and give constructive feedback.
• Prepare students for external examinations per awarding bodies.
• Maintain accurate learner records and related admin.
• Contribute to curriculum development and QA procedures.

Skills

Strong subject knowledge in Psychology

Excellent classroom management

Clear communication skills

Education

Degree in Psychology or closely related subject

Job description

GCSE Psychology Lecturer

Temporary

Location: the North West

Start date: 6 January 2027

About the Role

A further education provider in the North West is looking for a GCSE Psychology Lecturer to plan, deliver and assess GCSE Psychology.

You'll deliver engaging theory sessions, supporting learners to build strong subject knowledge and achieve the grades they need to progress. You'll track progress, give clear feedback and prepare students thoroughly for their external examinations.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Planning and delivering high-quality GCSE Psychology lessons.
• Developing learning resources tailored to the needs of your learners.
• Assessing work, tracking progress and giving clear, constructive feedback.
• Preparing students for external examinations in line with awarding body requirements.
• Maintaining accurate records of learner performance and completing related administration.
• Contributing to curriculum development and internal quality procedures.

What We're Looking For

Essential:

• Degree or equivalent qualification in Psychology or a closely related subject
• Strong subject knowledge in your specialism
• Excellent classroom management and communication skills
• Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain one)

Desirable (but not essential):

• Recognised teaching qualification (PGCE, Cert Ed, QTS, QTLS or equivalent), or willingness to work towards one
• Experience teaching GCSE Psychology in further education or secondary education