Day-to-Day Psychology Supply Specialist – Secondary Schools Across Oxford

Secondary schools, Sixth Form colleges, and multi-academy trusts across Oxford and surrounding Oxfordshire (OX postcodes, including Central Oxford, Headington, Cowley, and Summertown) are seeking articulate, academic Psychology Specialists for flexible day-to-day and short-term supply cover across Key Stage 4 and Key Stage 5 (A-Level).

Role Overview

As a specialist Psychology Supply Teacher, you will step into pre-planned Psychology lessons across various secondary and Sixth Form settings in Oxford. Oxford schools particularly value subject-specialist supply educators who can guide Sixth Form students through complex psychological theories, evaluate research methodologies, and maintain high academic standards during short-term cover periods.

This position offers complete flexibility: choose to work anywhere from 1 to 5 days per week with zero lesson planning, marking, or UCAS reference obligations.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver pre-set Psychology lessons across Key Stage 4 (GCSE) and Key Stage 5 (A-Level)

• Assist students with key core units including Social Influence, Memory, Attachment, Psychopathology, Biopsychology, and Research Methods

• Facilitate analytical discussions, scientific evaluations, and structured A-Level essay writing

• Maintain a scholarly, focused classroom atmosphere suitable for Sixth Form and Key Stage 4 study

• Complete electronic attendance registers accurately at the start of each period

• Leave structured written feedback and handover notes for returning departmental staff

What’s on Offer

• Total Schedule Control: Choose the specific days and local Oxford areas you wish to work

• Competitive Pay: Paid weekly via PAYE on market-leading daily supply rates

• Zero Admin: No planning, marking, or parents' evening commitments

• Variety: Experience diverse learning environments across state academies, grammar streams, independent colleges, and faith settings across Oxford

• Long-Term Potential: Opportunity to transition into short-term block bookings or permanent positions if desired

Candidate Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or recognized UK equivalent (ECTs, Experienced Teachers, and FE/HE lecturers with secondary experience welcome)

• Honors degree in Psychology, Neuroscience, Social Sciences, or a closely related discipline

• Deep understanding of A-Level Psychology specifications (AQA, OCR, Edexcel) and research methodology evaluation

• Excellent classroom management, analytical communication, and Sixth Form academic mentoring skills

• An active DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply for one)

How to Apply

Please send your CV at your earliest convenience to be considered for these day-to-day Psychology supply opportunities across Oxford.