Job Description

King's College School

Merton

Salary:

Competitive + benefits

Job type:

Part Time, Maternity Cover

Apply by:

23 September 2025

Job overview

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We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic part-time (approximately 0.6 FTE) teacher of Psychology from January 2026, or earlier, on a fixed-term basis to cover maternity leave.

This is an exciting opportunity to shape learning within our warm and dynamic school community. The successful candidate will teach gifted and dedicated pupils in the senior school.

Person Specification

The post will suit someone who has:

Excellent subject knowledge and a genuine interest in Psychology as an academic discipline An eagerness to inspire and support all pupils to flourish and reach their academic potential A commitment to excellent pastoral care and safeguarding for all pupils Excellent communication skills An ability to work well with others



The following would be advantageous:

A desire to contribute to the school's thriving cocurricular programme Prior experience of teaching Psychology in a secondary school environment



King's is one of the most successful schools in the world, with outstanding academic results, first-class pastoral care and a vibrant co-curriculum. Overlooking Wimbledon Common, the school is situated in one of the most attractive parts of south east England and benefits from exceptional grounds and facilities.

To apply for this role, please visit our website via the apply button.

Closing date: 9.00am on Tuesday 23rd September 2025.

Interview date: Tuesday 30th September 2025.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. King's is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff 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. King's College School is fully committed to the principles of equality, diversity and inclusivity in its recruitment of teaching and support staff.

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About

King's College School

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King's College School

Southside, Wimbledon Common
London
SW19 4TT
United Kingdom

+44 20 8255 5300

King's College School, Wimbledon is one of the most successful schools in the world, and our vibrant and caring community is a special place to learn and grow for boys aged 7-18 and girls aged 16-18. With over 1,500 pupils and 400 staff, we are located in one of the most attractive and peaceful parts of London, opposite 1,140 acres of countryside of Wimbledon and Putney Commons and just a short walk from the picturesque Wimbledon Village.

Head

Dr Anne Cotton

Values and vision

Our school was founded in 1829 by Royal Charter as the junior department of the university, King's College London, and as such, intellectual aspiration and a progressive spirit are our heritage.



Today, we offer an education of the whole person, in Mind, Spirit and Heart, the enduring ethos of our foundation. Our guiding mission is to look outwards, to the world beyond school, and to life at 25: we look to the lives we are preparing our young people to lead, so that when the time comes, they are ready to forge the pathway they choose, and to make a purposeful impact.



We aim for each of our pupils to enjoy an exhilarating adventure of learning and to pursue academic excellence within a fun, caring, welcoming environment. Academic outcomes at A level, IB and GCSE consistently place King's amongst the very top schools nationally and globally. Supporting our pupils to grow strong in spirit, in the shared values and qualities of character that will ground them, is equally important.

ISI report

"The academic standards achieved by pupils are outstanding... Pupils achieve outstanding academic, musical, sporting, linguistic and dramatic distinctions, actively encouraged by a strong culture of participation and the uncommonly wide choice of extra-curricular activities and range of opportunities on offer..."



"[Pupils] are confident to be themselves and find staff supportive and approachable in the school's safe and friendly environment...The way in which pupils engage in contributing to the lives of others in the school, the local community and wider society is outstanding... Pupils demonstrate a great deal of respect for diversity within society... and the way in which they work with others is excellent."



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