Head Of Psychology – Secondary School

A thriving secondary school in Portsmouth, Hampshire, is seeking an articulate, high-performing Head of Psychology to lead its Social Sciences team on a full-time, permanent basis starting in January.

Job Overview

Psychology is one of the school’s most popular Sixth Form options. The successful applicant will take full responsibility for curriculum structure, research methodology instruction, and academic performance across A-Level Psychology, while developing introductory social science modules for lower year groups.

Working closely with the Social Sciences faculty, you will guide students through cognitive models, biological psychology, psychopathology, and statistical analysis. This is a full-time, permanent contract.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the strategy, teaching standards, and curriculum mapping for A-Level Psychology

• Teach engaging A-Level Psychology lessons across Year 12 and Year 13

• Train students in research methods, empirical evaluation, data handling, and structured essay responses

• Analyze assessment metrics, run targeted revision sessions, and manage exam board entries (AQA/Edexcel)

• Promote co-curricular initiatives, such as Mind & Brain societies and university masterclasses

• Support Sixth Form students with UCAS applications for Psychology and Neuroscience degrees

The School & What’s on Offer

• January Start: Full-time, permanent contract commencing January

• Facilities: Modern Sixth Form learning suites, digital resource hubs, and seminar spaces

• Location: Prime Portsmouth location with on-site parking and excellent transport links

Candidate Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or recognized UK credentials with a degree in Psychology or Neuroscience

• Deep subject knowledge of A-Level Psychology exam specifications and research design

• Proven track record of delivering strong Sixth Form academic outcomes

• An active enhanced DBS check on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)