Teacher of Psychology

Wilmslow High School; Wilmslow; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent educational institution in Wilmslow is looking for a dedicated Teacher of Psychology and Science. This full-time position involves teaching Psychology to Key Stage 5 students and Science to Key Stage 3. The ideal candidate will show a strong commitment to educational excellence, alongside a passion for engaging with students. The supportive environment promotes professional growth within a dynamic Science Department. A successful application will include thorough background checks and safeguarding commitments.

Benefits

Professional development resources

Supportive teaching team

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic and energetic teacher of Psychology and Science.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development.
• Desire to raise students' aspirations and achievements.

Responsibilities

• Teach Psychology to Key Stage 5 and Science to Key Stage 3.
• Demonstrate care and understanding for all students.
• Engage in rigorous professionalism.

Skills

Subject competency in Psychology and Science

Commitment to high teaching standards

Ability to work in a team

Passion for education

Job description

Teacher of Psychology (KS5) & Science (KS3)

Teacher of Psychology Salary: £32,916 to £51,048 Range: Main Pay Range or Upper Pay Range Start Date: 1st September 2026 Contract Type: Full Time Contract Term: Permanent Suitable for ECT: Yes Closing Date: 8.00am, Monday 26th January 2026 Interview Date: Friday 30th January 2026 Wilmslow High School School age range: 11-18 Number on roll: approx. 2,000 (including 500 sixth form)

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and energetic teacher of Psychology to join our thriving and highly regarded Science Team. Applications are encouraged from both early career or experienced teachers who are committed to teaching at the highest standard and raising the aspirations and achievements of our students. The role will require you to teach Psychology to Key Stage 5 and Science to Key Stage 3. Our high‑performing secondary school boasts a dynamic and innovative Science Department with a strong track record of exceptional results. Staff benefit from a collaborative culture, excellent resources, and a commitment to ongoing professional development. The department is fully supported by an experienced team of dedicated laboratory technicians, ensuring lessons run smoothly and allowing teachers to focus on delivering an inspiring, high‑quality science education.

Responsibilities

• Have a high degree of subject competency and personal organisation with a continuing personal interest in, and commitment to Psychology and the wider science field.
• Demonstrate a real passion for education and a deep‑felt desire to make a difference for young people.
• Have the resolve and tenacity to make a real difference to the performance of students.
• Demonstrate rigorous professionalism in everything, accepting nothing but the best in a culture of excellence.
• Be able to work with a team who are passionate about reaching all students with empathy and understanding.

Interview Process & Checks

• Asked to complete a self‑declaration form answering questions in relation to any criminal record or other information that would make them unsuitable to work with children.
• Subject to an online search to identify any publicly available incidents or issues that may be relevant for the interview.

Successful Application Checks

• An enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service.
• Pre‑employment checks including references, health, right to work in the UK, DBS and a declaration that neither they nor anyone who lives in the same household is a disqualified person under the Childcare (Disqualification) Regulations 2009.
• Current or previous employers will be contacted and information requested may include disciplinary offences relating to children, including those with a penalty of “time expired”, and any child‑protection concerns.

Key Points

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to respect this commitment. A consideration of the person's suitability to work alongside children is part of the selection process.