Epsom College is an inspiring place to work, renowned for delivering an excellent all-round education to 1,100 girls and boys aged 11-18. We are proud to have been judged ‘Independent School of the Year 2023’ and named by The Sunday Times as the “UK’s Most Improved School” in its 2024 Parent Power league tables.
The College has grown significantly in the past six years, with pupil numbers rising 38% as the result of the opening of our Lower School in 2016, and strong growth throughout the rest of the College. We admit pupils into Years 7, 9, and 12, with an average of five applicants for every space.
Epsom is a happy school. The College values of kindness, ambition and integrity are at the heart of all that we do. Almost all our pupils remain with us for their A-levels, and staff retention is equally strong.
From 8am until 6pm, our 72-acre campus is alive with learning; academic lessons also take place on Saturday mornings meaning that pupils have time each day to learn and develop outside the classroom. Our co-curricular programme – which features a vast array of clubs, societies and activities each week – is award-winning (picking up the ‘Best of the Best’ accolade from The Week for six consecutive years); musical performances are a regular part of everyday life; our CCF is one of the largest in the UK; and our Duke of Edinburgh programme currently has over 100 pupils completing their Gold or Silver award.
In addition, our timetable features Wellbeing lessons, an award-winning Personal and Social Development offering, and an hour each week for volunteering in the community. Last year Epsom pupils gave 8,500 hours of their time to help local charities, schools, and community groups.
The fact our Houses are physical buildings, where pupils can step through the door into a space that’s entirely their own, is key to the success of our pastoral programme. The Carnegie Centre for Excellence in Mental Health in Schools honoured us with their Gold Award – making us one of just four UK boarding schools to receive their top accolade – and in 2023 we were judged Independent School of the Year for Student Wellbeing.
Sport is central to the College. Last year, we won national titles in Squash, Tennis, Rugby and Shooting; and reached the national finals in Hockey, Golf and Swimming. Over 22 sports are offered to our pupils, and the aim is to encourage participation for all – we regularly field D and E teams, and see an average of 90% of pupils playing competitive fixtures.
It is an exciting time to be joining the College, with Mark Lascelles having taken up the Headship from September 2024.
The Psychology Department
Epsom College introduced Psychology as an A-level subject in September 2023 and it has quickly proven a popular choice amongst our students. With 72 sixth formers currently enrolled, this number is expected to increase further in September 2025. Given Epsom College’s rich medical history, Psychology plays a vital role in enhancing our suite of science subjects offered in the Sixth Form curriculum. This role presents an exciting opportunity for the successful candidate to further enhance the department’s profile, working closely with the Head of Psychology and one other dedicated Teacher of Psychology.
The Role
Epsom College is seeking an able, enthusiastic and forward-thinking Psychology teacher to join our thriving department. This individual should have a genuine passion for Psychology as an academic discipline and be committed to the development of teaching and learning. We would welcome applications from early career teachers, recently qualified teachers, those who are due to complete their PGCE in July 2025 and/or experienced teachers.
Main Tasks and Responsibilities
The successful applicant for this post will be expected to:
* Teach a full or part-time timetable allocation (lessons are 50 mins in length);
* Contribute to the successful teaching of the subject in years 12 and 13, reviewing and adapting lesson plans to meet specific student needs, liaising with the Academic Support Department as necessary;
* Be responsible for the processes of assessment, recording and reporting for the pupils in their charge;
* Assess pupils’ work frequently in line with departmental and school policy and use the results to inform future planning, teaching and curricular development;
* Be familiar with school assessment and reporting procedures and prepare and present informative, helpful and accurate reports to parents both in writing and at parent consultation evenings;
* Enhance the quality of teaching and learning in the Department and wider College through sharing resources and good practice, lesson observation, collaborative teaching, mentoring and active participation in continuing professional development;
* Consolidate and extend learning, encouraging pupils to take responsibility for their own learning;
* Set high expectations for all pupils to deepen their knowledge and understanding and to maximise their achievement;
* Use positive management of behaviour in an environment of mutual respect that allows pupils to feel safe and secure and promotes their self-esteem;
* Play an active role in the co-curricular life of the Department, including contributing to support sessions, extension programmes, competitions, trips, open days, and so on;
* Work as a tutor in either the Lower School, or in a day or boarding house as requested by the Deputy Head: Pastoral & DSL;
* Adhere to, and promote, all College policies and procedures.
Epsom College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.
This job description is indicative of the expected duties and responsibilities of a teacher at Epsom College. Given the dynamic and evolving nature of teaching and learning this job description is fluid and would expect to alter as the College’s teaching and learning strategy and academic developments evolve.
Criteria for the Appointment
* Possess an excellent degree in Psychology or Psychology-related subject;
* Possess a genuine passion for Psychology as an academic discipline;
* Demonstrate the ability to teach A-level Psychology;
* Demonstrate an innovative and imaginative approach to teaching and learning, showing the capability to deliver inspirational and informative lessons to a variety of age ranges and abilities;
* Hold an impressive track record of A-level results and display an appetite for using data to drive up academic standards;
* Demonstrate a willingness to take the support in developing the department’s co-curricular activities and raising the profile of the Department in College life;
* Be able to demonstrate a positive and authoritative rapport with all pupils, showing excellent and effective classroom management skills;
* Show excellent communication skills to enable effective dialogue with pupils, parents, staff and visitors;
* Be organised and self-motivated, with a proven record for meeting targets and deadlines;
* Have a sharp and progressive vision of the subject and of teaching and learning in a successful and dynamic school;
* Display an ability to perform well and remain professional whilst under pressure, be tactful and discreet, whilst mindful of observing Safeguarding and professional standards;
* Be committed to boarding school life and willing to engage in a range of co-curricular activities;
* Demonstrate a strong commitment to personal continuous professional development;
* Display a smart and professional appearance, representing the College in a positive manner.
* Experience of preparing pupils for Oxbridge entrance;
* Ability to teach and supervise the Extended Project Qualification (EPQ);
* Ability and willingness to teach a second subject.
In order to arrive at a decision, the selection panel may enhance any or all of the desirable criteria.
Employee Benefits
The College has its own competitive salary scale, offers a generous flexible pension scheme along with private health care plan, fee remission for the sons and daughters of staff and accommodation may be available.
Offer of Role
The offer of the role would be made subject to receipt of references, proof of relevant qualifications, Teaching Regulation Agency and other relevant checks for teaching positions in the UK, obtaining a letter of professional standing from the professional regulating authority for teachers who have worked outside the UK where appropriate, a check of online search engines and websites of publicly available information that does not identify the candidate as potentially unsuitable to work within a school setting, sighting of birth certificate, Enhanced Disclosure and Barring check, an overseas check, if appropriate, and pre-placement medical assessment that are all satisfactory to Epsom College. Proof of entitlement to work within the United Kingdom will be required.
Candidates are asked to complete an online Application Form available from our website www.epsomcollege.org.uk or ‘quick apply TES ’ along with a letter of application and submit these as soon as possible. Applications will be assessed in order of receipt and interviews may occur at any stage after applications are received. We therefore invite interested candidates to apply as soon as possible.
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