Psychology Teacher

Aston Education Ltd; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A reputable education service provider is seeking a part-time Psychology Teacher for a secondary academy in Lewisham, Southeast London. This position is for Thursdays and Fridays, with a possibility of full-time if Sociology is offered. The role involves contributing to the Psychology department with a focus on delivering lessons to GCSE and A-level students. Candidates must possess Qualified Teacher Status and a relevant degree. An inspiring teaching approach and experience with diverse learner needs are essential.

Benefits

Excellent professional development programme

Local Government Pension Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Free parking

Lifestyle and discount savings

Season ticket loans

Ride to Work and Cycle to Work Schemes

Qualifications

• Must have Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) to teach Psychology.
• Experience with GCSE and A-level delivery is essential.
• Strong subject knowledge in Psychology is required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging Psychology lessons to GCSE and A-level students.
• Set appropriate challenges for students of varying abilities.
• Support extracurricular activities related to Psychology.

Skills

Learning challenges for diverse abilities

Experience with Gifted & Talented

Experience with special educational needs (SEN)

Assessment for Learning initiatives

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Relevant degree in Psychology

Job description

Job: Psychology Teacher (part-time)

School: Secondary Academy, Lewisham, Southeast London

Start date: January / April 2026

Annual Salary: Enhanced MPS/UPS (inner London)

Contract: Part-time (2 days a week), permanent

Aston Education is working with an Ofsted Good 11-18 oversubscribed secondary school in Lewisham, Southeast London (inner London), looking for a permanent part-time Psychology Teacher to work on Thursdays and Fridays.

A full-time job is available if Sociology to GCSE and A level can also be offered.

The School and the MAT offer:

• Excellent modern facilities
• An extensive support network
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Free parking
• Excellent professional development programme
• Lifestyle and discount savings
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) for wellbeing support
• Headspace app
• Staff development - Secondment Opportunities
• Ride to Work and Cycle to Work Schemes
• Season ticket loans

The school is seeking to appoint an inspirational Psychology Teacher to contribute to the Psychology department. You'll use your experience, strong subject knowledge and vision to secure positive pupil outcomes on GCSE and A level.

Setting a level of challenge for all abilities within lessons and through the thriving extracurricular activities already on offer will be important to you. A keen interest and/or experience in Gifted & Talented, SEN, and Assessment for Learning initiatives is essential.

The school is part of a respected medium size multi academy trust, and their reputation is built on a tradition of high standards and academic excellence. They support every single student and staff member in reaching their full potential.

Closing date: As soon as possible

Applications: Please contact Tarja Aila at Aston Education to apply for this Psychology Teacher job.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.