Psychology Teacher (ECT Support) Barnet | Leading Social Sciences Dept

• Borough: Barnet (England)

• School Status: Outstanding Ofsted Secondary School

• Start Date: ASAP Start – Permanent, Full-Time

• Curriculum Scope: Key Stage 4 (GCSE) and Key Stage 5 (A-Level) only

The Opportunity

This is a rare opening for a Psychology specialist to join a leading Social Sciences department in Barnet. The school is an academic powerhouse, attracting highly motivated students who are eager to engage with complex psychological theories. The department is research-focused, providing an ideal setting for an ECT looking to develop their technical communication and A-Level mastery.

Core Responsibilities

• Teach Psychology at GCSE and A-Level, with a specific focus on research methods, biopsychology, and social influence.

• Maintain the high standards of the department through rigorous assessment and the use of data to track student progress.

• Mentor Sixth Form students through the EPQ process and university applications for Psychology and Neuroscience.

ECT Induction & Support

• Full ECF support with a focus on advanced subject pedagogy and Sixth Form classroom management.

• 10% reduction in teaching load in Year 1 and 5% in Year 2.

• Dedicated clinical research mentorship from an experienced Head of Social Sciences.

Requirements & Compensation

• Essential: Must hold QTS and a relevant Psychology degree.

• Salary: National Teachers' Pay Scale (M/UPS).

• Benefits: State-of-the-art laboratory access and a supportive, research-led faculty environment.