Psychology Teacher

Psychology Teacher (0.4 - 1.0 FTE) - April 2026

Are you passionate about inspiring critical thinking through Psychology? Could you ignite passions for Psychology through its real world application? This might be the role for you!

We are currently seeking a dynamic Psychology Teacher (Years 7-13) to join our stellar academic community at The Chalfonts, an ‘inspirational independent school’ in High Wycombe.

About The Chalfont’s Independent Grammar School

The Chalfonts is an Independent Grammar School for students aged 11–18, located by the Rye on Queens Road in High Wycombe. As an International Baccalaureate (IB) World School, we deliver the IB Middle Years (IGCSE-equivalent) and Diploma (A-level-equivalent) Programmes. We equip students with critical thinking, self-organisation, and inquiry skills to thrive in an unpredictable future.

Classes are small (maximum 14 students) and structured around the Harkness method—students sit around a boardroom-style table and engage in open, confident dialogue. This unique setting fosters active participation, independence, and a strong teacher–student connection.

About the Position

Psychology Teacher (0.4 - 1.0 depending on subjects offered)

Location: High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire

Contract type: Full-time (0.4–1.0 FTE)

Contract term: Maternity Cover

Start date: April 2026

Salary: Commensurate with the role

The School

The Chalfonts Independent Grammar School is a small, expanding independent IB World School in High Wycombe, authorised to offer both the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP) and the IB Diploma Programme (DP).

We are part of the Alpha Schools Group, a network of premium schools offering collaboration, shared best practice, and strong professional development opportunities.

Our school is conveniently located — under five minutes’ walk from High Wycombe train station and a few minutes from the M40 (J4).

We pride ourselves on small class sizes (maximum 14 students) and a supportive, inquiry-based learning environment that encourages students to explore, question and achieve academic excellence.

The Role

We are seeking a Psychology Teacher to join our friendly and forward-thinking team. The role is quite flexible, between 0.4-1.0 FTE by mutual agreement.

Teaching Psychology across Years 12-13.

Start Date: April 2026

Flexible working patterns and part-time arrangements available

QTS preferred, but not essential

IB experience desirable (but not essential), as IB training will be provided where necessary

Small classes (max 14 students, Years 7–11; 8 students, Years 12–13)

Excellent work-life balance in a supportive, growing school

We welcome applications from inspirational, passionate and adaptable teachers who share our values of curiosity, independence and academic rigour.

Why Join Us?

Opportunity to teach in an IB World School

Professional development through the Alpha Schools network

Collaborative staff culture and excellent facilities in new premises

Convenient transport links to London and Oxford

Supportive leadership and a strong emphasis on wellbeing

Please apply via the WhatSchool platform.

Safeguarding

The Chalfonts Independent Grammar School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check (costs covered by the school). We expect all staff to share this commitment to child protection and safer recruitment.