Teacher of Psychology

Job Title: Teacher of Psychology  

Job Purpose: To inspire, encourage and empower our students to achieve their very best in the Subject of Psychology  

Reporting Line: Head of Psychology 

Start Date: September 2023 

Tenure: Permanent - Full time 

Salary: Competitive – based on the Surbiton High School Pay Scale 

Application Deadline: 8:00am, Friday 21 April 2023

Interviews to be held week commencing: 24 April 2023

Key Responsibilities: 

Teaching and Learning  

• To possess and maintain a deep and secure knowledge of your subject and the best practice pedagogy associated with its delivery.  
• To create a challenging and stimulating classroom climate that will motivate pupils to learn, think independently, take risks, empathise with others, and perform to the best of their abilities. 
• To support every pupil in their learning, making them feel included, secure and valued. 
• To be consistent, fair and create an atmosphere of mutual trust and respect. 
• To be aware of the learning needs of the pupils you teach and ensure that each pupil is given every opportunity to fulfil their potential. 
• To monitor progress against prior attainment and employ effective intervention strategies when required. 
• To follow the guidance and schemes of work provided by the Head of Department. 
• To plan and deliver inspiring lessons. 
• To undertake high quality preparation, marking and report writing, in line with School policy, so that pupils achieve the highest possible standards. 

Pastoral  

• To conduct yourself in an appropriate professional manner at all times, supporting and fostering the aims and safeguarding policies of the School. 
• To be prepared to take on the role of Form Tutor, which will encompass academic, pastoral and administrative responsibilities. Tutors have oversight of their tutees’ general well-being and academic progress, and they are the first point of contact for parents. 

General 

• To contribute to the organisation and running of co-curricular and enrichment activities. 
• To uphold the School’s code of conduct and the values of Surbiton High School. 
• To maintain good order and discipline amongst pupils and be active in implementing the School’s policies for rewards and sanctions. 
• To attend formal parents’ evenings and maintain effective communication with parents, as appropriate. 
• To attend staff and departmental meetings, as required. 
• To undertake supervisory duties, as required. 
• To mark entrance papers and occasional vacancy entrance exams, as required. 
• To carry out any such duties as may be reasonably requested.  

Professional Development  

• To contribute, as appropriate, to departmental policies, schemes of work, digital learning resources as well as development planning. 
• To be an active participant in CPD training opportunities, sharing best practice with colleagues, as requested. 
• To participate in the annual performance review, appraisal and development programme. 

Subject Specific  

• The ability and motivation to teach sociology A-level would be an advantage. Please detail this on your application if applicable.  

 Person Specification 

The successful candidate will be likely to fit the following profile: 

Qualifications 

• Good Honours degree  
• A postgraduate teaching qualification including QTS, is strongly desirable 
• Evidence of further relevant professional development 
• ECT’s welcomed  

Skills 

• Ability to deliver inspiring lessons at A-level 
• The ability to inspire, motivate and support pupils and colleagues in a successful and dynamic school 
• Excellent organisational, administrative and ICT skills 

Experience 

• A proven track record of delivering on academic performance 
• Evidence of successful, inspiring and innovative teaching at all levels  
• Experience of collaborating with colleagues 

Knowledge 

• Up-to-date knowledge of successful and innovative teaching and the latest curriculum developments and initiatives 

Personal Qualities 

• High levels of personal and professional integrity and an ability to exercise discretion and confidentiality 
• Personal warmth to gain the confidence of pupils, staff and parents 
• Positive rapport with pupils 
• High standards of personal presence and presentation and attention to detail 
• Ability to communicate concisely and sensitively, both orally and in writing, to a variety of audiences 
• A healthy sense of humour 

Attitudes 

• A team player with leadership qualities  
• A reflective and flexible approach  
• Organised, energetic and able to self-direct 
• Positive, enthusiastic and energetic approach to life 
• Ability to think creatively and imaginatively 
• Committed to Surbiton High School’s ethos and strategic vision 
• High expectations for pupil attainment, personal development and conduct 
• Ambitious and aspirational for oneself and for the school 
• Committed to professional development and show a willingness to undertake appropriate training for this role 

 Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification for more information.

To Apply:

Please apply online by clicking on the following:

https://unitedlearning.current-vacancies.com/Jobs/Advert/3052697?cid=1567

Surbiton High School is culturally diverse and are fully committed to celebrating, respecting and learning about inclusion and diversity throughout the community.

Surbiton High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers, Disclosure and Barring Service and Online/Social media Searches

Please note that the School reserves the right to appoint at any stage during the recruitment process.

For any queries relating to the role or your application, please email 

recruitment@surbitonhigh.com