Job Description

Alcester Grammar School

Warwickshire
32,916 - 51,048 pro rata

Salary:

MPS / UPS + possible HOD allowance for interested candidates - Part-Time OR Full-Time

Job type:

Full Time, Part Time, Maternity Cover

Start date:

01 January 2026

Apply by:

8 October 2025

Job overview

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Job Reference:

EDV/2025/AGS/14069

Location:

Birmingham Road, Alcester, Warwickshire, B49 5ED

Contract Type:

Maternity Cover

Contract Term:

Part-Time OR Full-Time

Start Date:

January 2026

Positions Available:

1

The Department:

The Psychology Department delivers the Edexcel syllabus which we believe offers interesting and varied topics for the students. We have a large intake of sixth form students across year 12 and 13, with classes currently up to 24 students.


Successful candidates would be working in a supportive team that collaborates closely to consistently improve student performance and has a real passion for all things psychology. Students experience a variety of teaching methods and styles in the classroom where high standards are the norm.


As well as delivering the syllabus, students are offered the opportunity to go on several different trips and hear information from external speakers to help them understand how psychology works in the real world and the career opportunities that are open to them.

Person Specification:

It is expected that the successful applicant will be able to fulfil the following criteria:

Qualifications:

QTS and a good honours degree in a related subject (ECTs are welcome)

Experience:

Ability to teach Psychology across KS5

Relationships:

A commitment to students as individuals A sensitive attitude to students of all abilities and ages and the ability to differentiate teaching to meet the needs of the most able and those with Special Educational needs An ability to create a stimulating and challenging learning environment for students A recognition of the importance of partnership with parents A supportive and co-operative approach to colleagues

Personal Characteristics:

A commitment to the AGS ethos A willingness to continue learning and developing as a teacher A reflective approach to their own practice and to the overall performance of the department Hard working and adaptable Happy to work independently or in collaboration Able to carry initiatives through to their conclusion Friendly and approachable Well organised and able to meet deadlines Demonstrate a passion for the subject and an ability to enthuse students of all ages A commitment to safeguarding children's well being A commitment to playing a part in the wider life of the school

Head of Department Responsibilities (Optional):

Develop, lead and implement policies and practices throughout the school that reflect the school's ethos and commitment to high achievement through effective teaching and learning. Produce, maintain and regularly review the departmental Self-Evaluation Form and development plan, including analysis of examination results & achievement data. Use performance data to evaluate students' progress and, with appropriate colleagues, set targets or intervention/ improvement for groups of children. Use performance data to identify areas of strength/weakness in teaching and take steps to spread good practice/address weaknesses identified with relevant colleagues. Motivate and enthuse colleagues and encourage a shared understanding of the contribution the subject can make to all aspects of students' lives and to the wider school vision. Carry out the performance management of the team, oversee any delegated responsibility for this and support the professional development of members of the team. Hold regular, minuted departmental meetings with a focus on improving teaching & learning. Support the team in managing student behaviour and setting high standards. Monitor the quality of provision within the curriculum area, including sampling students' work, under-taking lesson observations etc. and take appropriate steps to ensure a high standard of provision is in place. Ensure schemes of work and appropriate assessments are in place. This will require awareness of current trends in curriculum development, teaching techniques and the evolving demands of external examinations. Actively contribute to whole school priorities, curriculum planning and the formulation of the school development plan. Monitor the departmental budget and bid for curriculum development innovations. Take charge of Health & Safety issues within the Department. Liaise with the schools examinations officer to ensure the accurate entry of students for external examinations. Liaise with partner schools to ensure pupils' progress between phases is smooth & uninterrupted. Oversee the effective running of an exciting extra and super-curricular programme. Please see the attached pack for further information about this vacancy and Alcester Grammar School.

Applications close at 8am on Wednesday 8th October

although we reserve the right to interview early.





Thank you for your interest in the role. If you would like to talk through the role prior to application, then please do not hesitate to contact me at r.thorpe@alcestergs.com.

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About

Alcester Grammar School

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Alcester Grammar School

Birmingham Road, Alcester
Warwickshire
B49 5ED
United Kingdom

+44 1789 762494

About Alcester Grammar School

Rated 'Outstanding' by Ofsted in December 2022, AGS is truly a special and unique institution that offers a

rich, ambitious curriculum

and a

broad all-round education

, supported by

outstanding pastoral care.

When you visit, you will be impressed by a

warm and purposeful atmosphere

, underpinned by the dedication and talent of the staff and the positive attitude and enthusiasm of the students. As well as our focus on

academic achievement

, we are committed to enhancing enjoyment and interest in learning in the broadest sense, with a real focus on

developing individual talents.

Staff give freely of their time, and we offer a

comprehensive extra and super-curricular programme

, as well as numerous opportunities for trips and visits, both in the UK and abroad.



Our buildings and facilities are extensive and vary from the traditional to the most modern. But wherever you go, you will see us working together to provide a challenging and engaging learning environment so that each student has the opportunity to achieve their potential.

Excellent relationships

are nurtured so that students are helped as they navigate the challenges of adolescence and mature into young adults. This is a school which students and staff want to come to each day. Thanks to our

high standards of behaviour

, teachers are free to teach and students who want to learn are able to do so.



As well as academic excellence, we encourage the development of

independent, life-long learners

; kindness, creativity, risk-taking, personal and physical development, individuality and a spirit of enquiry can be seen in all areas of school life. We regard learning as an active process. Students are expected to contribute, question, challenge and be challenged. Mistakes are seen as key to learning; effort and resilience are valued. At Alcester Grammar School we are serious about providing able students with the very best education we can.

Aspirations are high,

and it is cool to work hard and succeed. Above all, we work in partnership with parents to turn out

"decent human beings"

- future citizens who will be able to make a significant contribution to a tolerant, inclusive, democratic and liberal society.

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