Teacher of Psychology

at  The Haberdashers Askes Boys School

CLOSING DATE

Midnight, 3rd Nov 2024
Positions Available 1
Role: Teacher of psychology
Are you a passionate subject specialist with a genuine love for Psychology?
Do you have a desire to inspire and challenge the brightest young minds?
We are looking for an exceptional Teacher of Psychology to join our team to cover maternity within the team.

• Plan for and keep records of the teaching of all classes, as allocated by the Head of Department, considering
  o the ambition we have for our pupils and their own aspirations
  o the promotion of intellectual curiosity and courage as our pupils learn
  o ambitious and stimulating application of schemes of work and relevant syllabuses
  o the inclusion of all pupils, regardless of age, ability, or individual needs
  o the range of cultural representation within teaching sets and the wider community
  o any health and safety considerations relevant to the teaching environment

o policies of the department or departments

• Set and mark challenging and ambitious work, as appropriate for the pupils and subjects taught, in line with the School and Department assessment policies
• Monitor and assess the progress of pupils, recording marks and writing reports as required
• Work collaboratively as part of the Department team, including

o keeping up to date with syllabus requirements
o keeping abreast of new developments in education
o monitoring progress through schemes of work
o updating schemes of work as appropriate

o share in the assessment of pupils’ progress

• Take active part in professional development and complete appropriate training courses as required, maintaining professional curiosity and ambition
• Keep abreast of all safeguarding responsibilities and actively protect the welfare of pupils
• Share in pastoral responsibility for all pupils in the school, supporting the whole community in being the best possible version of itself
• Take particular pastoral responsibility for those pupils in tutor or teaching groups
• Liaise with pastoral staff as necessary
• Maintain high levels of discipline with tutor and teaching groups, and support the upkeep of whole-school standards of behaviour
• Carry out supervisory duties as required, upholding standards of conduct and appearance at all times
• Play an active part in the wider aspects of school life, including meaningful co-curricular activities
• Remain always vigilant with regard to health and safety matters in order to protect all members of the community
• Attend staff and department meetings and participate in working groups as required
• Attend assemblies and, as reasonably required, other School functions
• Report fully on the progress of pupils when required, including at parents’ evenings
• Take active part in the Performance Management process
• Maintain a full understanding of all relevant policies

In addition to the above, the postholder will carry out any other professional duties as reasonably required by the Headteacher.