Lecturer A Level Psychology (Fixed Term Maternity Cover)

Telford College • Contract • Telford, Telford And Wrekin, England, United Kingdom • £25,422 - £36,964 / year • 2d ago

£25,422.40 - £36,964.80 Pro Rata (£31,778 - £46,206 FTE)

Fixed Term 29.6 hours

This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the delivery of outstanding Psychology provision at A Level, creating an exceptional learning experience that inspires students to achieve their full potential.

You will be responsible for delivering high-quality teaching and learning that supports strong achievement outcomes and enables students to progress successfully to their chosen destinations. You will also contribute to the continued development and improvement of the Psychology curriculum, working collaboratively with colleagues to maintain high standards and enhance the overall student experience.

Alongside your teaching responsibilities, you will undertake a range of administrative and development duties that contribute to improving standards, student achievement and the quality of the learning experience.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Deliver consistently high‑quality, engaging teaching that inspires, challenges, and motivates all students to achieve their potential and more.
Teach complex and challenging concepts skilfully, using a range of methods to link new and prior knowledge and skills, supporting students to secure long‑term understanding and confident application.
Take ownership of delivering excellent student outcomes, including attendance, achievement, high grades, value‑added, and preparation for high‑quality destinations such as first‑class university entry, competitive careers, or advanced study.
Be ambitious for all students, providing opportunities to excel beyond the taught curriculum through external showcases and competitions.
Make available high‑quality schemes of work, assessment plans, and teaching resources that are maintained, and updated.
Conduct and use effective initial assessments to identify starting points and plan inclusive, adaptive teaching that responds to SEND needs and individual barriers, placing students at the centre of teaching and learning decisions.
Produce and maintain strategic student profiles, and track, analyse, and act on performance data, setting and reviewing individual SMART targets to support improvement, retention, and achievement.
Use formative and summative assessment effectively to guide students and refine teaching practice, providing clear, timely, and developmental feedback that supports learning and achievement.
Support students to develop positive behaviour and wellbeing, providing timely, structured support and challenge when expectations are not met.
Build and maintain industry, community, and employer links to enhance learning and employability, and to inform updates to curriculum content based on student needs and sector developments.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & EXPERTISE

SKILLS AND EXPERTISE

Up‑to‑date subject and industry knowledge, informed by current practice, research and employer requirements.
Ability to design and deliver high‑quality and well-sequenced curriculum using effective pedagogy, coherent schemes of work and authentic assessment – including use of digital technologies
Experience and/or understanding of Psychology Level 3.
Relevant industry experience aligned to the subject area and qualification requirements.

QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING

Relevant subject qualification at or above the level taught.
Recognised teaching qualification (PGCE/Cert Ed/DTLLS) or commitment to achieving one.
GCSE (or equivalent) English and Maths at Grade C/4 or above, or a commitment to obtain Level 2 Functional Skills alongside the post.
Any additional specialist qualifications where appropriate (e.g., Masters, technical certificates).

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