PSYCHOLOGY TEACHER – LONG-TERM PLACEMENT
Location: Newcastle Area
Pay: £163 to £263 per day
Start: ASAP or after half term
Contract: Long Term Placement
If you’re passionate about human behaviour and love helping young people understand the science behind thoughts, emotions and decision-making, this long-term Psychology role is a fantastic opportunity.
We’re supporting a high-achieving secondary setting that needs a Psychology specialist to take a long-term timetable across KS4 and KS5. Psychology is a well-subscribed subject here, and pupils are engaged, curious and keen to understand how the mind works. You’ll be joining a committed team that values calm routines, strong communication and high-quality teaching.
This is a chance to build real relationships with your classes and be part of a department that loves what it does.
Your role will include:
• Delivering Psychology lessons across KS4 and KS5 using established, well-organised schemes of work
• Bringing topics like memory, attachment, biopsychology, research methods and social influence to life
• Helping students master exam technique with guided modelling and focused practice
• Encouraging thoughtful, respectful discussion and critical thinking
• Creating a warm, structured classroom environment where pupils feel safe exploring big ideas
• Working collaboratively with a friendly, experienced department who know the course inside out
What you’ll bring:
• QTS or QTLS
• Strong subject knowledge and a passion for Psychology
• A teaching style that is calm, clear and supportive
• Confidence supporting exam-heavy content
• Strong behaviour management delivered with compassion and consistency
What you’ll get with Protocol Education:
• Weekly PAYE pay—no umbrella tricks, no admin faff
• Free CPD on mental health, behaviour, SEND, trauma-informed practice and more
• A dedicated consultant who checks in, supports you and makes registration easy
• Access to long-term, short-term and permanent opportunities as your career grows
• A warm, human service that values your wellbeing as much as your skills
• A referral scheme that rewards you for recommending other brilliant educators
If you want a long-term Psychology role where your subject genuinely matters and students are excited to learn, this is a brilliant fit.