Job Description

FT Teacher of Psychology

Main/Upper Teachers Outer London pay scale

London borough of Sutton

January 2026

Tradewind Recruitment are excited to be working alongside an outstanding, all Girls Catholic school in the London borough of Sutton in their hiring of a talented Psychology teacher for a permanent vacancy from January 2026. The successful candidate should have excellent teaching, management, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to ensure that the school's Catholic ethos remains at the core of student learning.

The school seek an organised and confident KS5 Psychology teacher who thrives on making things happen and will have an ability to keep on top of the practicalities. You will be a strong communicator with the vision and ability to work in a team on delivering department objectives.

The successful candidate will:

Be passionate about Psychology, committed to improving teaching and learning.

Have outstanding teaching, management and interpersonal skills.

Be enthusiastic and able to inspire and manage a talented team of teachers.

Will be committed to leading continuous improvement.

Have good interpersonal and presentation skills.

Be forward thinking, inspirational, receptive to change and able to work under pressure.

The school offer:

A strong commitment to your professional development and career management

An opportunity to be part of a dynamic team

A supportive environment in which your talent and commitment will be encouraged, nurtured and rewarded

Management and Leadership CPD opportunities are available

Set on a private estate in the leafy suburb of Sutton and within short travelling distance into central London, you will work in a friendly working environment

This is an excellent opportunity to be part of a thriving school and make a major contribution to the schools continued success. If you are passionate about Psychology and committed to achieving outstanding student attainment outcomes, Tradewind Recruitment would welcome hearing from you immediately.