Psychology Teacher

Smart Teachers; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education supply agency is seeking an enthusiastic Psychology Teacher to teach in a high-achieving secondary school in Greater London. This short-term role requires delivering GCSE and A-level Psychology lessons while supporting students’ exam preparation. The ideal candidate will hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent and have experience teaching A-level Psychology. Join a supportive faculty focused on student outcomes. Competitive pay and ongoing career support offered.

Benefits

Weekly PAYE pay

Access to CPD, training and ongoing career support

Dedicated consultant for placement support

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS/QTLS) or relevant FE teaching experience is required.
• Experience and proven ability to teach A-level Psychology is essential.
• Candidates should possess strong subject knowledge and the ability to deliver engaging lessons.

Responsibilities

• Teach GCSE and A-level Psychology (AQA) across key stages 4 and 5.
• Deliver engaging lessons that stretch higher-ability students.
• Support students with exam preparation for spring term assessments.

Skills

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS/QTLS)

Experience teaching A-level Psychology

Strong subject knowledge

Good behaviour management

Job description

Position: Psychology Teacher

Location: Redbridge

Start Date: January 2026

Salary: Outer London - MPS

Smart Teachers is seeking an enthusiastic and knowledgeable Psychology Teacher to teach across KS4 and KS5 in a high-achieving mixed secondary school for a short-term assignment from January until February half-term. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established sixth-form setting known for strong academic outcomes and a supportive humanities and social sciences faculty.

The Role

• Teaching GCSE and A-level Psychology (AQA)
• Working 4 days per week
• Delivering high-quality lessons that engage learners and stretch higher-ability students
• Following departmental schemes of work with flexibility to bring your own expertise
• Contributing to a calm, purposeful learning environment with excellent behaviour systems
• Supporting students with exam preparation ahead of the spring term assessments

About the School

• Large, high-performing mixed secondary with a thriving sixth form
• Strong academic culture with highly motivated students
• Well-resourced Social Sciences department with experienced colleagues
• Excellent behaviour, pastoral systems and safeguarding culture
• Values-led ethos focusing on respect, aspiration and personal development

Person Specification

The ideal candidate will have:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS/QTLS) or relevant FE teaching experience
• Experience teaching A-level Psychology (essential)
• Strong subject knowledge and the ability to deliver engaging, structured lessons
• Good behaviour management and the confidence to adapt to a new environment quickly
• A positive, professional approach to supply teaching

Why Smart Teachers?

• Weekly PAYE pay
• A dedicated consultant supporting your placement
• Access to CPD, training and ongoing career support
• Opportunities for future long-term or permanent roles

About us: We are a market-leading education supply agency committed to the development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high quality educators.

To apply for this exciting opportunity, please submit your CV via this post or contact Smart Teachers directly at [email protected]

If you are interested in this role, please apply today or contact Smart Teachers directly for more information