Teacher of Psychology (& Health & Social Care)

The Role

South Dartmoor Community College is seeking to appoint from September 2018, a well-qualified practitioner to teach Psychology and Health & Social Care to an advanced level in an innovative and popular department.  We are seeking an outstanding teacher of Psychology to cover a maternity leave in our very successful 11-18 school.  We expect the successful candidate to provide our students with first-class subject knowledge of Psychology, and Health & Social Care at KS5, so that they leave the school equipped with skills allowing them to reach their full potential at university and in the current job market. Highly qualified NQT’s are welcome to apply and we are happy to support the NQT year throughout this time period. The Department and College are focusing on ‘building the learning power’ of students to ensure that learners are engaged, curious and challenged.  

Our College

South Dartmoor Community College has recently embarked upon an exciting journey to revolutionise both teaching and learning.  If you are excited by innovation and creativity then we would like to hear from you.

Please note that this post is offered on the Academy’s main pay range. £23,000 - £33,000 dependant on skills and experience.

The College is set on an attractive campus within the boundary of the stunning Dartmoor National Park and is within easy commuter distance of Plymouth, Exeter and the South Devon coast.

As a member of the South Dartmoor Multi Academy Trust, the College works with Ashburton, Buckfastleigh, Ilsington, Moretonhampstead and Widecombe Primary Schools as well as the Atrium Studio School. Our valued Trust partners are Exeter University, Capita Children’s Services, E & J W Glendinning Ltd and TLO. 

Application Process

Closing date: Monday 7th May 2018. Interviews: Date TBC. Please visit the ‘about us’ section on our website, to view and apply. For enquiries, please e-mail Nicola Clayden, Personnel Manager on nclayden@southdartmoor.devon.sch.uk. Completed application form to be e-mailed to hr@southdartmoor.devon.sch.uk. 

South Dartmoor is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will require an enhanced DBS check.