Tutor of Psychology

York College; Bishopthorpe; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

57 days annual leave pro rata

Pension scheme

Support for teacher training fees

Free gym membership

On-site parking

Job summary

York College is seeking a dedicated Psychology Tutor to join our vibrant Psychology department. You will deliver engaging, inclusive lessons and support learners across A Level and BTEC Applied Psychology, helping them achieve strong results.

You will collaborate with colleagues, contribute to curriculum development, and participate in the delivery of the WJEC Level 3 Criminology Diploma. The role offers generous benefits and a pro rata salary for the 0.83 FTE workload.

Qualifications

• Experience of teaching Psychology, ideally across A Level and BTEC Applied Psychology.
• Ability to contribute to the delivery of the WJEC Level 3 Criminology Diploma.
• Engaging, inclusive and challenging learning experiences for a range of abilities.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging psychology lessons to students at various levels.
• Collaborate with colleagues to develop curriculum and resources.
• Support learners to achieve their potential and progress in psychology and criminology.

Skills

Teaching Psychology

A Level Teaching

BTEC Applied Psychology

Job description

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Tutor of Psychology

Reference: SEP20261020

Expiry date: 2026-09-28 08:00:00.000

Location: Sim Balk Lane campus

Benefits: Please visit the York College website to explore our range of benefits

Hours:30.8 hours per week, 0.83fte (20 teaching hours per week)
Salary:Up to £43,408 pro rata per annum* (please see salary guidance attached). Plus generous benefits. These include:

• 57 days annual leave per year pro rata (including bank holidays and efficiency closures)
• Generous Occupational Pension Scheme
• Financial support towards teacher training course fees if you do not have a recognised Level 5 teaching qualification (Cert Ed/PGCE)

*Progression beyond point 12 of the salary scale (£40,407) is subject to Tutors obtaining QTLS. Staff with Advanced Teacher Status (ATS) via the Society for Education and Training (SET) are eligible to receive an enhanced salary of £44,875 - please see attached salary guidance for further details.

About the role

York College is excited to welcome a dedicated and enthusiastic Psychology Teacher to join our vibrant and forward-thinking Psychology department. This is a brilliant opportunity to become part of a high-performing, supportive team that is committed to delivering an excellent educational experience.

About the Person

We are looking for an enthusiastic and inspiring educator to join our supportive and welcoming team, bringing with them a genuine passion for Psychology and a commitment to helping every learner achieve their potential. The successful candidate will have experience of teaching Psychology, ideally across A Level and BTEC Applied Psychology, and will be confident in creating engaging, inclusive and challenging learning experiences for students with a range of abilities and aspirations. An ability or willingness to contribute to the delivery of our WJEC Level 3 Criminology Diploma would also be welcomed.

You will be joining a well-resourced department where collaboration, creativity and sharing good practice are at the heart of what we do. We are proud of the supportive culture within our team and are committed to providing opportunities for colleagues to develop professionally, share ideas and make a real contribution to the continued development of our provision.

Above all, we are looking for someone who enjoys working with young people, is excited about their subject and wants to make a positive difference to students' experiences and outcomes. If you are passionate about Psychology and would like to join a college where both staff and student success are valued and celebrated, we would be delighted to hear from you.

About the College

York College & University Centre is the largest further education college in the region, offering a comprehensive range of courses from Entry Level to degree level. We are committed to upholding our values of ambition, care, respect and success, and are dedicated to providing the highest standards of education and support to all our students and apprentices.

We have approximately 4,200 school leavers, 1,200 apprentices, 2,000 adult students, and 400 higher-level students studying with us.

With a vibrant working environment, excellent transport links to the city centre and surrounding area, plus on-site parking, you will find York College to be fulfilling and supportive place to work. As a member of College staff you will have full use of the College facilities including free gym membership at the Athletic Suite, our brand new state of the art gym.

Want to know more?

For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Vicky Horton (Curriculum and Standards Manager: Humanities), [e-mail]

Staff benefits & Important notices

You can find full details on our job vacancies page, just below the current vacancies: Job Vacancies | York College & University Centre. Be sure to explore the range of additional benefits and perks that make York College a brilliant place to work.

Closing date: 28th September 2026 (9am)
Interview date: 8th October 2026