Job Description

Runshaw College

Lancashire
48,309 per year

Salary:

Up to 48,309 p.a.

Job type:

Full Time, Temporary

Start date:

01 September 2025

Apply by:

22 August 2025

Job overview

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TEACHER OF A LEVEL PSYCHOLOGY (1.0 FTE) TEMPORARY - REF 2507153

Up to 48,309 p.a.

Runshaw College is one of the most successful colleges in the country, renowned locally and nationally for our outstanding results, a friendly and supportive culture, and a focus on putting the student at the heart of all we do.

We value our staff and students highly, and invest heavily in their development, support and wellbeing. Situated in Leyland, Lancashire, the College is near the M6, M61 and M65 and within commuting distance of Manchester, Liverpool and the Lake District.

The School of Social Science encompasses A Level in Politics, Psychology and Sociology and L3 Applied Diploma in Criminology. Currently over 1200 16-19 students study one or more Social Science subjects here, of which approximately 600 study A Level Psychology. The Social Science team pride themselves on their relentless pursuit of excellence. Nevertheless, the team is always looking for the ways in which to improve the quality of their provision even further. We are seeking to appoint a Psychology teacher to work as part of our team and help us achieve new heights of success, whilst ensuring that our students continue to enjoy and achieve their goals on this course. He/she should be committed to developing highly effective teaching strategies, assessment procedures and support approaches. A desire to seek continual improvement, excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to lead a team of dedicated, supportive and student-focused teachers will also be required.

This post is fixed term until October half term with the possibility of an extension beyond this period.

Closing date is 12 noon, Friday 22nd August 2025

For further information and to apply, please visit www.runshaw.ac.uk/work-at-runshaw/current-vacancies and click on Vacancies. Alternatively, email HR@runshaw.ac.uk or call 01772 642004, quoting the vacancy reference number.

Runshaw College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the health, safety and welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We value diversity and welcome applications from all sections of the community, particularly people with protected characteristics.

About

Runshaw College

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Runshaw College

Langdale Road, Leyland, Preston
Lancashire
PR25 3DQ
United Kingdom

+44 1772 622677

Established in 1974, Runshaw College has come a long way from its modest beginnings as a Sixth Form College with just 450 students. Over the past five decades, we've transformed into a comprehensive Tertiary College, now serving over 5,000 learners. Our growth is a testament to our commitment to education and student success.



At Runshaw, we've earned a national reputation for excellence in teaching and learning. As the only college in the country to have won the European Quality Award for Excellence, we take immense pride in our achievements. Our dedication to student needs drives everything we do.



We proudly offer an extensive selection of over 40 subjects, positioning us as one of the leading providers of A-Level courses in the country. In addition to A-Levels, we provide a diverse range of vocational courses from Entry Level to Level 3. By partnering closely with local employers, we also offer numerous apprenticeships, ensuring our students acquire practical skills and valuable real-world experience.



Our students consistently achieve outstanding outcomes. From prestigious destinations like Oxford and Cambridge Universities to careers in Medicine, Dentistry, Veterinary Science, and renowned conservatoires. These achievements are a testament to their hard work and reinforce our belief that a supportive environment for both students and staff encourages individuals to thrive.



Our commitment extends beyond the classroom. We actively engage with employers, co-creating an agile curriculum that addresses skills shortages. Together, we're shaping a highly skilled, employable workforce for the future.



Located in Leyland, we serve students from across Lancashire. With excellent transport links--including major motorways like the M6, M61, M65, and A59--we're within easy commuting distance of Manchester, Liverpool, and the Lake District.



This is an exciting period of Runshaw College's story, if you're passionate about education and want to be part of striving for excellence at all levels, explore our current vacancies for both teaching and support staff. We'd love to hear from you!

Principal

Clare Russell

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