Psychology Teacher

GUARDIAN SELECTION LIMITED; Canterbury; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is looking for an inspiring Psychology Teacher to guide students through human behavior at a secondary school in Canterbury, starting September 2025. The role involves delivering engaging lessons, maintaining high assessment standards, and promoting student progress. Candidates should have QTS and experience in teaching Psychology. Competitive daily rates of £120–£250 are offered.

Benefits

Support from dedicated recruitment consultant

Long-term placement with potential for permanent employment

Qualifications

• Experience teaching Psychology at KS4 and ideally A-Level.
• Hold an enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service or be ready to apply for one.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging and stimulating Psychology lessons to KS4 and A-Level students.
• Develop positive relationships and trust within your classroom.
• Provide clear and constructive feedback to support student progress.

Skills

Classroom management

Communication skills

Passion for teaching psychology

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent

Job description

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Psychology Teacher
Location: Canterbury, Kent
Salary: £120 – £250 per day (Depending on Experience)
Start Date: September 2025
Contract Type: Full-time, Long-Term

Are you an inspiring Psychology Teacher with the ambition to guide students through the fascinating world of human behaviour up to A-Level? GSL Education Kent are delighted to present a wonderful opportunity for a dedicated Teacher of Psychology to join a forward-thinking secondary school in Canterbury, starting in September 2025.

About the School

This school is a highly regarded secondary school nestled in the historic city of Canterbury, with over 70 years of experience nurturing young minds. It combines a nurturing, supportive environment with a modern curriculum offering GCSEs, A-Levels, and the International Baccalaureate to empower students to achieve academic excellence and university success.

Designed to deliver personalised learning, the school focuses on creating a stimulating educational experience that fosters curiosity, resilience, and confidence. With outstanding inspection ratings and exceptional pastoral care, staff are supported to deliver modern, empathetic, and high-quality teaching in a historic yet progressive setting.

As a Teacher of Psychology, you will:

• Deliver engaging and stimulating Psychology lessons to KS4 and A-Level students
• Inspire students to explore cognitive, social, and developmental psychology with confidence
• Plan and mark student work, maintaining high standards of assessment
• Develop positive relationships and trust within your classroom as a dedicated Psychology Teacher
• Support student progress through clear and constructive feedback
• Collaborate with colleagues to enrich the curriculum and create cross-curricular connections

To be considered for this Psychology Teacher role, you must:

• Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or a suitably recognised UK teaching qualification
• Have experience teaching Psychology at KS4 and ideally A-Level
• Be passionate about helping students understand themselves and the world through psychological theories
• Demonstrate excellent classroom management and communication skills
• Hold an enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service or be ready to apply for one

What GSL Education Offers:

• Competitive daily rates of £120–£250
• Long-term placement with the potential for permanent employment
• Support from a dedicated recruitment consultant with knowledge of your career goals

GSL Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants for the Psychology Teacher role will be required to undertake safer recruitment checks, including enhanced DBS verification.

If you're a motivated Psychology Teacher ready to inspire and elevate students in a supportive and ambitious school environment, click ‘Apply Now’ to submit your CV. One of our consultants will be in touch to guide you through the next steps.