Teacher of Applied Psychology
The Heart of Mercia Multi-Academy Trust (MAT), formed on 1 April 2019 and delivers post 16 education in Hereford, Stourbridge and Worcester. Hereford Sixth Form College is part of this Trust. The MAT has an annual budget of £28m and serves the needs of 5,500 students across the region.
Hereford Sixth Form College has over 2000 full-time 16-19 students and an excellent reputation for its results and extra-curricular provision. Rated Ofsted outstanding in 2023, the college consistently achieves one of the highest Advanced Level points scores per entry of over 100 SFC’s nationally and has outstanding value added results.
Applied Psychology is one of the larger departments in this highly successful Sixth Form College, receiving an Outstanding Grade within the recent Ofsted inspection. In Applied Psychology, there are currently 6 first year and 4 second year BTEC groups.Examination results have been consistently excellent, both in raw and value-added terms.
Teachers in Applied Psychology work closely together, following a common programme and using a variety of methods. This post provides an excellent opportunity for a suitably qualified person to join an experienced team of Applied Psychology teachers.The department is well-resourced, and the use of IT is being developed. Emphasis is placed on providing a supportive working environment for teachers, liaising over schemes of work, and sharing good practice.
We welcome applications from both newly qualified teachers and experienced teachers. There is a possibility that this may be a Head of Department role for a suitable candidate. Experience of teaching BTEC is not essential, but it would be beneficial.You should be committed, enthusiastic, and enjoy a challenge. You will be prepared to work hard within the team and be ambitious both on a personal level and for the department. The ability to motivate students, maintain standards, and be organised is vital.
We hope you choose to apply.
All posts are subject to two satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS disclosure.
Closing Date: 9:00am Friday 16th May 2025
Interview Date: To be confirmed
The closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close the vacancy at any time. If you do not hear from us within 6 weeks of the closing date, you can assume your application has been unsuccessful at this time.
For further information and to apply visit our website https://www.hereford.ac.uk/jobs. Applications must be made on the College’s application form and sent via email to recruitment@hereford.ac.uk