Psychology Teacher

A highly reputable secondary school located in the south Manchester area is looking for a Psychology Teacher to start with them at the beginning of the new academic year. The successful Psychology teacher will be taking on a maternity cover which technically starts in October but there is the very real chance of taking the role on from September.

Whilst the Head of Psychology is the teacher due to go onto maternity leave, the school are open to discussing the role with Psychology teachers of any experience.

This is a full time teaching position for the duration of the 2025/2026 academic year covering a maternity leave in the first instance.

Highlights of this Psychology teaching position:

• Full time Psychology teacher required starting in September/October 2026
• Maternity cover for the duration of the academic year
• Highly reputable secondary school situated close to:
  • Didsbury, Fallowfield, Levenshulme, Burnage, Withington, Whalley Range
  • Pay range in line with payscale and experience: £32,916 - £51,047 (potential for a TLR depending on experience level)

This outstanding city centre based secondary school is highly reputable and the school of choice for many students and parents alike. They pride themselves on providing a first class education to all students and as a result have become a school of choice for staff and teachers.

The Psychology department follow the AQA exam board at A-level including topics such as Introductory Topics in Psychology, Psychopathology, Research Methods and Approaches in Psychology to name just a few.

The school being situated in the city centre is very easy to commute to for teachers in the Manchester and Greater Manchester area. Buses regularly service the school as well as there being a large on site car park for those who drive. The Metrolink tram service also stops a short walk away from the school.

The school has advised that students enjoy their Psychology lessons as teachers are knowledgeable, able to impart understanding but also make learning fun and interesting. The appointed teacher of Psychology should therefore be able to engage students well and teach innovative lessons. Students are academic at this school meaning that behaviour is not an issue.

If you are a Psychology teacher due to be available for the upcoming new academic year then apply now with your latest teaching CV and covering statement.

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