Psychology Teacher

TeacherActive; Filton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational recruitment agency is seeking a full-time Psychology Teacher to inspire students in a supportive school in Bristol. This role involves delivering A-Level Psychology lessons, planning coursework, and guiding students towards success. Ideal candidates should have QTS or ECT in Psychology and experience at KS5. Join a collaborative team committed to academic values and professional development.

Benefits

Dedicated consultant support

Guaranteed Payment Scheme

Free access to CPD and professional development

Market-leading pay rates

£100 referral bonus

Qualifications

• QTS (or ECT with strong subject knowledge) in Psychology or a related field.
• Experience teaching Psychology at KS5 (A-Level) is highly desirable.
• A commitment to inclusive, student‑centred teaching.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging, high‑quality A‑Level Psychology lessons to Years 12 & 13.
• Plan, prepare and mark in line with curriculum expectations.
• Support students toward exam success.

Skills

QTS or ECT with strong subject knowledge

Experience teaching Psychology at KS5 (A-Level)

Commitment to inclusive, student-centred teaching

Positive, collaborative educator

Job description

Psychology Teacher Opportunity - Inspire the Next Generation of Thinkers!

Role: Psychology Teacher
Location: Bristol
Start Date: January 2026
Duration: Until the end of the academic year
Salary: MPS/UPS (to scale)

About the Role

Are you a passionate and dedicated Psychology specialist looking for your next exciting position? Do you thrive on bringing psychological theories and research to life, inspiring students to explore the world of human behaviour and cognition? We are delighted to be supporting a welcoming, forward-thinking secondary school in Bristol who are seeking an enthusiastic Psychology Teacher to teach Years 12 & 13. This is a full-time role, starting in January and continuing through to the end of the academic year, with full responsibility for planning, preparation and marking.

Why This School?

You’ll be joining a supportive and inclusive school that prides itself on strong values, academic ambition, and a genuine commitment to staff development and wellbeing. The sixth‑form department is collaborative, well‑resourced, and passionate about delivering high‑quality learning experiences. If you’re seeking a school where you can make a real impact and grow professionally, this is the ideal environment.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Delivering engaging, high‑quality A‑Level Psychology lessons to Years 12 & 13
• Creating dynamic learning opportunities that bring psychological concepts to life
• Planning, preparing and marking in line with curriculum expectations
• Tracking progress, offering constructive feedback, and supporting students toward exam success
• Contributing to the sixth‑form team and wider school initiatives

We're Looking For

• QTS (or ECT with strong subject knowledge) in Psychology or a related field
• Experience teaching Psychology at KS5 (A‑Level) is highly desirable
• A commitment to inclusive, student‑centred teaching
• A positive, collaborative educator with a passion for helping students achieve their goals

What You’ll Receive

• A dedicated consultant supporting you every step of the way
• Guaranteed Payment Scheme (T&Cs apply)
• Free access to CPD and professional development via My-Progression
• Market‑leading pay rates
• £100 referral bonus (T&Cs apply)
• PAYE – no hidden costs or admin fees

How to Apply

If you’re ready to inspire curious minds and shape the future of young psychologists, we’d love to hear from you. Email: (contact details).

Additional Information

All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive. Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references.

Equal Opportunities Statement

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job‑seeking services.