Psychology & Criminology Teacher

Teaching Personnel; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency for educators is seeking a passionate Psychology & Criminology Teacher for a maternity cover role starting in February in Plymouth. This is a fantastic opportunity for qualified teachers or Early Career Teachers looking to inspire students in a supportive environment. Responsibilities include teaching across Key Stages 4 and 5, planning engaging lessons, assessing student progress, and collaborating with other departments in various Plymouth secondary schools.

Benefits

Competitive weekly pay rates

Access to CPD Academy and training courses

Dedicated consultant support

FREE Child Protection and Prevent Duty training

Qualifications

• Minimum QTS or working towards it, ECTs welcome.
• Strong subject knowledge in Psychology and Criminology.
• Desirable experience teaching in UK secondary schools.

Responsibilities

• Teach Psychology and Criminology across Key Stage 4 and 5.
• Plan and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons.
• Assess student progress and provide constructive feedback.
• Manage classroom behaviour and foster a positive learning environment.

Skills

Strong subject knowledge in Psychology and Criminology

Ability to motivate and inspire students

Excellent classroom management

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Psychology & Criminology Teacher - Plymouth

Maternity Cover | February Start | Secondary Schools Across Plymouth

Are you a passionate Psychology Teacher with experience in Criminology looking for a temporary role in the Plymouth area? Teaching Personnel is working closely with secondary schools across the city and is seeking a dynamic teacher to cover a maternity leave from February.

This is a fantastic opportunity for qualified teachers, Early Career Teachers (ECTs), or experienced social sciences specialists who enjoy inspiring students and delivering engaging lessons in Psychology and Criminology.

Responsibilities

• Teach Psychology and Criminology across Key Stage 4 and Key Stage 5
• Plan and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons aligned with the national curriculum
• Assess student progress and provide constructive feedback
• Manage classroom behaviour in line with school policies
• Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment
• Collaborate with the Humanities and Social Sciences departments

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or working towards it (ECTs welcome)
• Strong subject knowledge in Psychology and Criminology
• Ability to motivate and inspire students of varying abilities
• Excellent classroom management and communication skills
• Reliable, adaptable, and enthusiastic
• Experience teaching in UK secondary schools is desirable but not essential

Benefits

• Maternity cover placement with a clear start and end date
• Competitive weekly pay rates
• Access to Teaching Personnel's CPD Academy and training courses
• FREE Child Protection and Prevent Duty training
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement
• Opportunities to work in a variety of Plymouth secondary schools

Apply now to secure this February start maternity cover and make an impact in local schools.