Psychology Teacher

Salary/Rate:£168.80 – £215.68, depending on experience
Job type:Temporary
Town/City:Rossendale
County:Lancashire
Sector:Secondary
Job ref:PE Teacher (Female)
Post Date:October 9, 2026
Short description:
Are you a passionate Psychology Teacher looking for your next teaching opportunity? Rotherwood Education are currently recruiting for a dedicated and enthusiastic KS5 Psychology Teacher to join a supportive secondary school in the Rossendale area. This is a full-time, ongoing position starting ASAP, offering an excellent opportunity to support students studying Psychology at A Level. This is a fantastic opportunity for a committed teacher to deliver engaging lessons, develop students' understanding of psychological theories and research, and prepare learners for success in their examinations.
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About the Role

Position Details

  • Job Title: KS5 Psychology Teacher

  • Location: Rossendale area, Lancashire

  • Start Date: ASAP

  • Contract Type: Full-time, ongoing

  • Daily Rate: £168.80 – £215.68, depending on experience

About the Psychology Teacher Role

  • Plan and deliver engaging Psychology lessons at KS5/A Level

  • Teach key psychological theories, approaches, research methods and studies

  • Prepare students for assessments and examinations

  • Develop students' critical thinking, analytical and evaluation skills

  • Plan lessons that meet a range of abilities and learning needs

  • Assess student progress and provide constructive feedback

  • Maintain a positive and purposeful classroom environment

  • Work collaboratively with colleagues to support student achievement

The Ideal Psychology Teacher Will

  • Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), a PGCE or an equivalent teaching qualification

  • Have experience teaching Psychology at KS5/A Level

  • Have a strong subject knowledge and understanding of the Psychology curriculum

  • Be confident planning and delivering engaging lessons

  • Demonstrate effective classroom management and communication skills

  • Be committed to supporting students' progress and examination success

  • Be committed to safeguarding children and young people

  • Provide details of the two most recent references, covering the last five years' work history

  • Possess a current DBS check or be prepared to apply for one as part of registration

  • Be willing to complete a face-to-face registration and satisfy the required safeguarding and compliance checks

Why Work with Rotherwood Education?

  • Competitive daily pay of £168.80 – £215.68

  • Full-time, ongoing teaching opportunity

  • Friendly and experienced education recruitment specialists

  • Ongoing support throughout your placement

  • Opportunities to progress into future long-term or permanent roles

  • Streamlined and efficient registration process

If you're a dedicated KS5 Psychology Teacher looking for your next opportunity in a supportive school in the Rossendale area, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today or contact Annette at Rotherwood Education for more information.

This post is being advertised on behalf of Rotherwood Education, who are acting as an employment agency. All applicants will be subject to relevant safeguarding checks, including an enhanced DBS check and references, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE).

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