Teacher of Psychology

The role:

This is an excellent opportunity for a well-qualified, enthusiastic graduate teacher to join a popular and dynamic Psychology department.

The successful candidate will be required to teach A Level Psychology to pupils in Years 12 and 13. They will need to be dynamic and enthusiastic, with a flair for creativity.

The Department:
Psychology is taught at A Level only, following the AQA Specification A syllabus. It is an extremely popular subject at A Level with our students and is well-established within the Sixth Form. The department consists of two members of staff - the Head of Psychology and an additional teacher. All of our students are enthusiastic and willing to learn.

Academic standards in Psychology are high, with most students expected to achieve A - C in the A Level examination. However, within the selective intake the ability range of Psychology students is broad, and the department has a strong focus on the monitoring and tracking process to ensure there is support for students to achieve the highest grades of which they are capable. The department is well resourced, and facilities include interactive whiteboards, educational DVDs, interactive resource booklets and the development of the Psychology intranet.

About the School:

Northwood College for Girls is an independent, academically selective day school for approximately 880 girls aged 3-18.

Both pupils and staff are encouraged to find and develop their passions and talents, through clubs, societies and an extensive programme of CPD. All members of the NWC community are expected to act with compassion and integrity, with respect for others and the environment and an awareness of global responsibility.

NWC is at an exhilarating moment in its evolution, with a dynamic and ambitious Senior Leadership Team and a range of new developments (including a Sixth Form Centre and the Alvarium science building). The successful candidate will be similarly ambitious for the school and ready to make an impact in our vibrant learning community.

Benefits:

As part of the GDST, the UK's leading network of independent girls' schools, we can offer a variety of benefits, such as:

• Competitive salaries and pay progression
• Access to extensive professional development opportunities
• Training grants for qualifications
• Generous pension scheme
• Free life assurance benefit
• Health Assured Employee Assistance Programme
• A discount of up to 50% on fees for children at GDST schools
• Interest-free loans for training, computer purchase loans and travel season ticket loans
• A Cycle to Work scheme
• Competitive terms and conditions of employment
• Access to the school gym and swimming pool
• Free school lunches
• Retail and lifestyle discounts via Pluxee
• Financial guidance and support

For further details and an application form please visit the school's website.

Applications must be received by 9am on Tuesday 7 May 2024.

We reserve the right to appoint prior to this deadline, so early applications are encouraged. Interviews will take place shortly after receipt of applications.

The GDST is committed to diversity, inclusion and real change: a family where every individual is valued, respected and included.

We are committed to the safeguarding of children and child protection screening will apply to this post.