Head of Psychology

Crosfields School; Reading; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Crosfields School invites applications for a dynamic teacher to establish Psychology as an independent department ahead of our Sixth Form opening in September 2027. The successful candidate will design the curriculum from Year 10 through to A Level, build department identity and systems, and lead a growing team within a supportive and ambitious school.

The role offers a rare opportunity for an aspiring Head of Department or experienced leader to create something new while contributing to the

Job description

This is an exciting opportunity for a dynamic and inspirational teacher to take the lead in establishing Psychology as an independent department at Crosfields, ahead of the launch of our Sixth Form in September 2027. Psychology has, to date, been taught with great success from within the Science faculty, and the successful candidate will have a pivotal role in shaping its future as a standalone department - designing the curriculum from Year 10 through to a brand-new A Level offer, building department systems and identity from the ground up, and growing and leading a team as pupil numbers increase. This is a rare opportunity for a teacher ready for their first Head of Department post, or an experienced leader seeking a fresh challenge, to build something of their own within a supportive and ambitious school. It is expected that the candidate will enjoy contributing to the whole life of the school.

This is an exciting opportunity for a dynamic and inspirational teacher to take the lead in establishing Psychology as an independent department at Crosfields, ahead of the launch of our Sixth Form in September 2027. Psychology has, to date, been taught with great success from within the Science faculty, and the successful candidate will have a pivotal role in shaping its future as a standalone department - designing the curriculum from Year 10 through to a brand-new A Level offer, building department systems and identity from the ground up, and growing and leading a team as pupil numbers increase. This is a rare opportunity for a teacher ready for their first Head of Department post, or an experienced leader seeking a fresh challenge, to build something of their own within a supportive and ambitious school. It is expected that the candidate will enjoy contributing to the whole life of the school.