Job Description
Psychology & Criminology Teacher
Location: Andover, Hampshire
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Long-Term Position until July 2027
Pay: £170 to £260 per day, depending on experience
About the College
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join a well-established further education college in the Andover area.
The college offers a broad mix of A Levels, vocational qualifications, foundation programmes and apprenticeships, with a strong emphasis on preparing students for university, apprenticeships and employment. Students benefit from specialist facilities, dedicated study centres, a library and careers support.
The college places a strong focus on practical learning, student development and building the confidence and skills young people need for their next steps. [
About the Role
We are looking for a passionate Psychology & Criminology Teacher to join the college as soon as possible, initially working through until July 2027.
You will teach post-16 learners across Psychology and Criminology, delivering engaging lessons that encourage students to think critically about human behaviour, crime, society and the criminal justice system.
Psychology is taught at A Level and covers areas including social, developmental, cognitive and biological psychology, individual differences and research methods. Students also explore applied topics including schizophrenia, abnormality and crime scene processing.
Criminology is delivered as a Level 3 Certificate/Diploma. Students explore topics including the psychology of crime, criminological theories, media representations of crime, crime scene investigation, the judiciary process and strategies for reducing criminality. Assessment is split between controlled assessment and examinations.
The Criminology programme also includes opportunities for enrichment linked to organisations and locations such as the Police, Probation Service, Victim Support, Parliament and the courts, helping students connect their academic studies with the criminal justice sector.
The Ideal Candidate
- Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an appropriate post-16 teaching qualification
- Has experience teaching Psychology and/or Criminology
- Is confident working with sixth form and post-16 learners
- Can plan and deliver engaging lessons across Level 3 programmes
- Has strong classroom management and organisational skills
- Is comfortable supporting both examination and controlled-assessment-based learning
- Is passionate about helping young people progress into higher education and future careers
What''s on Offer
- £170 to £260 per day, depending on experience
- ASAP start
- Long-term position running until July 2027
- Opportunity to teach both Psychology and Criminology
- Established Level 3 Psychology and Criminology programmes
- Supportive post-16 teaching environment
- Access to study centres, library facilities and a dedicated Careers Hub
- Opportunity to support students progressing towards university and careers including psychology, law, criminology, counselling and related professions
How to Apply
If you''re a Psychology or Criminology teacher looking for a long-term role in the Andover area, we''d love to hear from you.
Please contact Daniel on (phone number removed) or send your CV today for further information.
Referral Bonus: Recommend a qualified teacher and receive £150 once they have completed five days of teaching.
