Teacher of Psychology

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and inspirational Teacher of Psychology who makes student learning and progress central to their teaching.

The successful candidate will be highly qualified and be able to support in the promotion of excellent standards of student learning, achievement, progress, attainments and behaviour through working effectively and collaboratively.

You will be passionate about your specialist subject and positively seek to influence your field and Academy. The Social Studies Faculty offers a wide range of subjects delivered by a large team a specialist teachers. Subjects offered included PSHE at key stages three and four, at GCSE Psychology, Sociology, Child Development and Business are taught, at post 16 A levels and Cambridge Nationals are available in Psychology, Sociology, Law, Business, Politics and Health & Social Care.

The team of teachers are supportive of each other and the students. Many students choose multiple subjects in the Faculty and a large number go on to study these subjects at university or to work in the field. As a result, teachers within Social Studies are expected to teach more than one subject and a willingness to do so is desirable. All members of the team are valued for their skills, whatever the stage of their careers, and are encouraged to contribute to the development of the Faculty. If you are ready to inspire our students and have a love of Psychology we would be interested in hearing from you with the possibility of you joining us in the next phase of development in our Academy.

Vision & Aims – The de Ferrers Trust

The de Ferrers Trust is a Multi Academy Trust comprising three Secondary Academies and four Primary Academies, currently based in Staffordshire and Derbyshire.

Our vision is to ensure the children and young people in our care have the opportunity to fulfil their potential through achieving highly, regardless of their ability or background. We aim to achieve this vision through:

• Delivering a high-quality education
• Recruiting, developing and retaining high-calibre members of staff
• Establishing and developing robust governance
• Ensuring financial probity and viability
• Developing a highly efficient Trust infrastructure and central services
• Establishing effective systems to support the sustainable growth of the Trust

CPD

The Trust believes that professional development is key to successful employees and offers excellent opportunities for you to grow and achieve. We provide tailored CPD, mentoring, support and a range of development opportunities across the Trust.

In Return

We strive to be an Employer of Choice and are committed to the wellbeing and development of our colleagues. You will join a supportive, warm and friendly community and enjoy an excellent benefits package, which includes:

• Cycle-to-work scheme
• Employee assistance programme
• Discounted gym membership
• BHSF healthcare scheme

Visits

Prospective applicants are welcome to visit, and this can be arranged by telephoning 01283 216837.

To Apply

If you would like to discuss the role or have any other queries, please call 01283 216837 and ask to speak to Samantha McCauley, HR Officer.

Click the ‘Quick Apply’ button to complete your application.

Closing date: 19 June 2023

We reserve the right to close this advert once a suitable candidate has been found.

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and this position is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

All applicants must be able to provide documentation to prove their right to work in the UK.