Teacher of Psychology and Sociology

Teacher of Psychology and Sociology
(Full Time Maternity)

Required for January 2027 or as soon as possible thereafter

The Peterborough School (TPS) is an Independent Day School delivering exceptional education and nurturing children from Nursery through to Sixth Form.  The School is set in beautiful and historic grounds with excellent facilities, in the heart of Peterborough, benefitting from both superb transport links and our own secure car park.

We are now seeking to appoint an ambitious, well-qualified and inspirational individual to join our team from January 2027.  The successful candidate will lead and deliver the teaching of Psychology and Sociology at A-Level.  Our high-quality teaching achieves excellent results and motivates our students to take part with enthusiasm.

At The Peterborough School we have high standards and expectations and we are interested in education in the fullest sense. Our curricular and extra-curricular programme, combined with excellent pastoral support, reflect our commitment to ensuring that our pupils benefit from a first-class education in a supportive setting.

All our staff are integral to our mission, inspiring the minds of our children, optimising their potential and challenging them both academically and holistically, whilst supporting each other to make that happen. Staff wellbeing is a key priority of our Governors and Senior Leadership Team and is promoted throughout the School.

We would love to hear from you if you have taken a look at our Person Specification and Job Description and you think you would like to learn more about us.

The School has its own salary scale, free school lunches and free on-site staff parking, as well as other perks.

More details and an application form are available from the ‘Contact Us’ section of our website www.thepeterboroughschool.co.uk

Closing date:           12pm Tuesday 6th October 2026

Interviews:                 To be arranged

The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting 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 (DBS).

The Peterborough School

Thorpe Road

Peterborough PE3 6AP

hr@tpsch.co.uk        

Tel:  01733 343357

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