Teacher of Psychology (Maternity Cover) Basic

About the school

Sandringham School is part of the Ambition Education Trust (AET). The Ambition Education Trust consists of eleven schools in Hertfordshire: four primary, one nursery and infants’, one juniors and five secondary. The Trust launched in September 2024 following the amalgamation of two established Multi Academy Trusts. As a member of the AET, staff can access rewarding careers and opportunities for personal and professional development across the wider organisation. Sandringham School also leads the Alban Teaching School Hub.

The role

Full Time or Part Time. MPS/UPS plus fringe. Start date: January/February 2027, temporary contract for maternity cover.

We are looking to appoint a talented, enthusiastic and ambitious teacher of Psychology. The subject is taught at A-Level and is one of the school’s most popular post-16 courses. The successful candidate will be supported by an experienced Director of Learning and another teacher of the subject. It is likely that the post holder would have the opportunity to teach another subject, such as Personal Development, should this be of interest. This is an outstanding opportunity for someone who wants to join a high-performing school and gain significant experience to further enhance their career.

Requirements

• Have a track record of outstanding teaching and learning
• Possess excellent subject knowledge
• Be inspiring, dynamic and passionate
• Promote Sandringham’s ethos and values

Benefits & package

• Graded ‘Outstanding’ in all areas at the last inspection
• Supportive environment with outstanding professional development and future career opportunities
• Well-resourced, positive workplace
• Committed colleagues and a focus on staff well-being
• Opportunities for rewarding careers and personal and professional development across the Ambition Education Trust

How to apply

Candidates can apply via TheTeacherJob or request the school contact after signing in.

Application deadline: 9am on Monday 21st September 2026. Prospective candidates are encouraged to submit their applications as soon as possible as the school reserves the right to close the advert should an appropriate candidate be appointed.

Ambition Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointment is subject to a satisfactory enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check, as well as other pre-appointment checks including an online check, as outlined in Keeping Children Safe in Education. The Trust is committed to ensuring that everyone who applies receives fair treatment and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of age, disability, race, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership and caring status.