Team Leader of Psychology      

REQUIRED September 2026 (Earlier start may be available)

We are looking to appoint a full time Team Leader of Psychology to join our outstanding Vandyke staff team.  This post would suit an experienced teacher. Psychology is a very popular course across key stage 5. Students enjoy the challenge and rigor of this subject.

In return we can offer you:

• the opportunity to work in a thriving school with strong staff/student relationships
• a vibrant and supportive environment with excellent opportunities for career development
• a strong school team with a clear vision and ambition for all students
• excellent facilities including your own laptop

You will be joining a thriving school with a reputation for high quality staff/student relationships. The school is over-subscribed with 1520 students on roll with large Sixth Form of 420.

We had a monitoring inspection from OFSTED in January 2024. The highly complimentary report stated that “Pupils at Vandyke are proud and articulate ambassadors for their school. They enjoy learning and achieve well. They thrive as a result of the school’s ambition for all pupils to become ‘world ready citizens’ Pupils are confident, courteous and aspirational. They behave well at all times”.

The successful candidate will be reflective, innovative and be willing to continually develop their practice.  You will join a highly effective team who work collectively to move student progress forward each year.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people.  References and an online search will be carried out for all shortlisted candidates.  An enhanced DBS check is required for all successful applicants.

Visits to the school can be arranged by contacting Jo Sessions.

Please visit our website at www.vandyke.beds.sch.uk for further information and an application form, or contact Mrs Jo Sessions, PA to Headteacher on 01525 636700 or via email recruitment@vandyke.cbeds.co.uk.

Closing date:   12 noon, Monday 12^th January 2026