Psychology Teacher
| Company: | TeacherActive Ltd |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £175 to £271 a day |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | OX13 6JW |
| Working pattern: | On-site |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Posting date: | 17 Sept 2026 |
| Closing date: | 17 Oct 2026 |
Summary
Job Title: Psychology Teacher
Location: Oxfordshire
Start Date: October Half Term 2026
Salary: £175 - £271 per day (depending on experience)
Are you an experienced
Psychology Teacher with strong subject knowledge and experience teaching
GCSE and A-Level Psychology?
Do you have a genuine passion for Psychology and the ability to engage students in topics surrounding
human behaviour, psychological theory and research methods?
Are you looking for an exciting opportunity within a supportive
11–18 secondary setting with an established Sixth Form?
TeacherActive is proud to be working with a supportive 11–18 secondary school in
Oxfordshire, who are seeking an experienced
Psychology Teacher to join their Social Sciences provision from October Half Term.
The school provides an inclusive and ambitious learning environment with a strong focus on high-quality teaching, academic achievement and developing confident, independent learners. Staff are encouraged to work collaboratively, share effective teaching practice and provide students with engaging and challenging learning opportunities.
Psychology is an established part of the curriculum, taught across
Key Stage 4 and Key Stage 5, making this an excellent opportunity for a subject specialist looking to teach Psychology through to
A-Level.
The successful Psychology Teacher will deliver engaging lessons that encourage students to explore human behaviour, critically evaluate psychological theories and research, and develop their understanding of research methods and the application of Psychology to real-life situations.
The successful Psychology Teacher will have:
• Qualified Teacher Status (
QTS) or a relevant teaching qualification
• Strong subject knowledge within
Psychology
• Experience teaching
GCSE and/or A-Level Psychology
• Confidence delivering psychological theories, studies and
research methods
• The ability to develop students' analytical and critical evaluation skills
• Excellent classroom management skills
• A commitment to delivering consistently high standards of teaching and learning
• The ability to quickly build positive relationships with students and colleagues
Why consider this Psychology Teacher opportunity?
• Opportunity to teach Psychology through to
A-Level
• Psychology is already an established subject within the curriculum
• Supportive and collaborative teaching environment
• Strong focus on professional development and evidence-based teaching practice
• Opportunity to work with students who are encouraged to become confident and independent learners
•
£175 - £271 per day, depending on experience
In return, you can expect to receive:
• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to support you through the onboarding process
• CPD courses and certificates through the My-Progression channel
• Market-leading rates of pay
• TeacherActive Referral Scheme – Receive up to £100 when you refer a friend
Terms and Conditions apply
Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can be assured that you’re receiving the correct pay with tax and National Insurance handled properly, with no hidden admin charges.
If you are interested in this
Psychology Teacher position in Oxfordshire, click
‘APPLY NOW’ and I will be in touch regarding this fantastic opportunity.
EMAIL:
ameer.almodaweb@teacheractive.com
CONTACT NUMBER: 0121 200 3224
About TeacherActive
TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.
Equal Opportunities Statement
TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.
Safeguarding and DBS Compliance
Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements.
Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment.
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