Wootton Academy Trust [WAT] consists of Wootton Upper School, which has 900 pupils in Years 9-11 and Kimberley 16-19 College, which in September 2025 have 750 students in Years 12 and 13 studying Level 3 courses.

WAT is a happy, successful Trust and we are seeking to appoint someone to join our team and make a positive impact on students’ lives. Staff here are supportive, caring and committed to a collaborative approach to teaching and learning. As a new member of staff, you can expect a warm welcome and a wide range of CPD opportunities to develop your practice and career.

We are seeking an inspirational, well-qualified and dynamic Teacher of Psychology to join our thriving and supportive faculty on a maternity cover basis (expected a minimum of 12 months). Applicants must possess graduate subject knowledge, have high expectations, be creative and inspirational, and be able to teach A Level Psychology.

This is an exciting opportunity for an ECT, or an experienced teacher who is committed to enabling all students to achieve the very best they can and is dedicated to their own professional development.

Closing Date: Wednesday 03 December 2025. Please apply at the earliest opportunity. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early should we receive applications from outstanding candidates. 

Applicants must complete the Trust’s application form - we cannot accept CVs.  An Application Form and recruitment information can be downloaded from our website www.woottonupper.co.uk or requested by email from recruitment@wootton.beds.sch.uk.

Please return the completed Application Form either by email to recruitment@wootton.beds.sch.uk or by post to the HR Department, Wootton Academy Trust, Hall End Road, Wootton, Bedfordshire, MK43 9HT.

Wootton Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.  Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.

 Wootton Academy Trust is committed to diversity in our workforce and welcome applications from all sections of the community.  The role is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 and therefore the ability to speak fluent spoken English is an essential requirement for this role.  All applicants must have the right to live and work in the UK.

 A NOTE FOR RECRUITMENT AGENCIES - We prefer to hire people directly. We’ll be in touch if we need you!