Acting Head of Psychology

Acting Head of Psychology at Dulwich College

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Job Reference: EDV/2026/DC/49273

Location: Dulwich Common, Dulwich, London, Greater London, SE21 7LD

Contract Type: Maternity Cover

Contract Term: Part-Time

Salary: The College has its own teacher salary scales, which are above those of the maintained sector and compare favourably with those at other independent schools of similar standing.

Closing Date: 9:00am, Mon 28th Sep, 2026

Positions Available: 1

Interview Date(s): First interviews will be held via Zoom on Thursday 1 October. Second interviews will be held in-person on Monday 5 October

About this Role

Acting Head of Psychology (Part-time Maternity Cover)

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and enthusiastic Psychology teacher to join our small, dynamic and growing department as Acting Head of Psychology on a part-time, fixed-term maternity cover basis until December 2027.

The successful candidate will have excellent subject knowledge and proven experience teaching A level Psychology, ideally with experience of the AQA specification. They will lead the department's A level provision, supporting its continued development and contributing to the academic life of the College.

Psychology is a popular and expanding subject, currently studied by around 30 pupils across two year groups. The department also offers a vibrant enrichment programme, including an active Psychology Society and a programme of talks exploring a wide range of psychological themes. The successful candidate will be expected to contribute to and potentially develop these opportunities further.

The ability to teach Biology or another science subject would be advantageous, as would a willingness to contribute to the wider life of the College. We are committed to diversity and inclusion, and expect all colleagues to reflect these principles in their teaching.

For an exceptional candidate, there may be an opportunity to continue in a teaching role beyond the initial fixed-term appointment.

All further details, including the full job description, person specification and application instructions, are available in the attached vacancy pack below.

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An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and enthusiastic Psychology teacher to join our small, dynamic and growing department as Acting Head of Psychology on a part-time, fixed-term maternity cover basis until December 2027.

The successful candidate will have excellent subject knowledge and proven experience teaching A level Psychology, ideally with experience of the AQA specification. They will lead the department's A level provision, supporting its continued development and contributing to the academic life of the College.

Psychology is a popular and expanding subject, currently studied by around 30 pupils across two year groups. The department also offers a vibrant enrichment programme, including an active Psychology Society and a programme of talks exploring a wide range of psychological themes. The successful candidate will be expected to contribute to and potentially develop these opportunities further.

The ability to teach Biology or another science subject would be advantageous, as would a willingness to contribute to the wider life of the College. We are committed to diversity and inclusion, and expect all colleagues to reflect these principles in their teaching.