Subject Leader of Psychology

Subject Leader of Psychology
Location: Rochdale Sixth Form College, College Road, Rochdale, OL12 6HY
Start Date: August 2026

Contract: Full-time Permanent
Salary: Sixth Form Colleges Association Teachers Pay Spine, points 1-9 (£33,465 - £51,714) plus RA6 £5,073

Rochdale Sixth Form College, part of the Altus Education Partnership, is seeking to appoint an exceptional Subject Leader of Psychology to lead one of the largest and most successful departments in the college.

RSFC is nationally recognised for its academic excellence and is consistently ranked among the highest performing sixth form colleges in the country. Our mission is simple: to provide academic excellence and transform life chances for young people in our community.

About the Role:
This is an exciting leadership opportunity to lead a thriving Psychology department delivering:

• AQA A-Level Psychology to around 1,000 students
• BTEC Applied Psychology to around 100 students

You will lead a team of 11 dedicated teachers, ensuring outstanding teaching, high academic standards, and exceptional student outcomes.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading and developing the Psychology curriculum
• Line managing and supporting teaching staff
• Driving outstanding teaching and learning
• Monitoring student progress and achievement
• Promoting innovation and sharing best practice
• Contributing to whole-college improvement

Our central purpose is to help our students realise their academic potential. We believe every young person has the potential to succeed and devote ourselves to improving student achievement, through an unceasing focus upon learning and teaching and student support.

We Offer:

• A high-achieving and respectful student cohort
• State-of-the-art laboratories and resources tailored for A Level teaching
• Excellent CPD opportunities, including subject-specific training and leadership pathways
• A supportive leadership team and a collegiate working environment
• The opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of young people

Who We’re Looking For:

We are looking for someone who:

• Holds a relevant degree and PGCE with QTS/QTLS
• Is a passionate and inspiring Psychology teacher
• Has a strong track record of excellent A-Level results
• Is an outstanding classroom practitioner
• Can lead, motivate and develop colleagues
• Has high expectations and a commitment to student success

Above all, you will share our belief that every young person can succeed.

You will be joining RSFC at a very exciting time in its development and there are always opportunities for career progression for hardworking and resilient colleagues.

For further details please see the Application Pack

How to apply:

• Please use the following link to visit our website and complete your application through My New Term: Our Vacancies - Altus Education Partnership
• Application Deadline: Wednesday 25^th March 2026 (Midday)
• Interviews: Week Commencing 30^th March 2026

• To be considered for shortlisting, you must complete the attached Exam Results Form. Once complete, please send this to recruitment@altusep.com

For more information visit: www.rochdalesfc.ac.uk or www.altusep.com.

Altus Education Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post is subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure.

In accordance with the recommendations set out in KCSIE the Trust carries out online searches on shortlisted candidates.

Applicants are informed that if appointed to this post their contract of employment will be with the school governing board who is the employer, and not Rochdale Council.