Application Pack - Teacher of Psychology and RE - August 2026

TEACHER OF PSYCHOLOGY & RELIGIOUS EDUCATION

APPLICATION PACK PSYCHOLOGY TO A LEVEL & RE TO GCSE C L O S I N G D AT E : T U E S D AY 1 8 A U G U S T 2 0 2 6 I N T E R V I E W S : T H U R S D AY 2 0 A U G U S T 2 0 2 6 F U L L T I M E M AT E R N I T Y L E AV E C O V E R F R O M S E P T E M B E R 2 0 2 6 UNTIL APRIL 2027 WITH POSSIBLE EXTENSION

METHODIST COLLEGE INFORMATION Methodist College Belfast is one of Northern Ireland’s leading grammar schools, providing life changing opportunities for everyone.

I am delighted that you are interested in joining the staff team here at Methodist College. As a member of staff, you will discover a celebrated tapestry of diversity, opportunity and excellence that makes Methody truly unique.

Methody provides life changing opportunities for everyone and we would love you to experience that for yourself as a member of staff.

Staff at Methody are committed to making a difference to pupils, colleagues and the College community but soon discover that Methody also enriches their lives through their unparalleled staff experience. If you are an enthusiastic, committed, and progressive person ready to bring your unique gifts and talents to the College, we would love you to be part of our exceptional team.

This is a place where lifelong friendships begin, where bright futures are built, where leaders are made and where life changing experiences take place.

THIS IS METHODY.

J LENDRUM PRINCIPAL

JOB DESCRIPTION A teacher within the College shall carry out the professional duties of a teacher as circumstances may require under the reasonable direction of the Principal of the school. They will also carry out any particular duties assigned by the Principal of the College.

TEACHING AND LEARNING • Plan, prepare for and deliver subject courses as assigned by timetable.

• Deliver effective teaching in line with College policies, staff training and identified development priorities.

• Work collaboratively as a member of the Departmental Team to improve the quality of teaching and learning.

• Set high expectations for all pupils.

• Use a variety of methods and approaches to match curricular and learning objectives.

• Set homework regularly, in accordance with Departmental and School Policy, to consolidate learning and encourage pupils’ independence.

• Work with the Learning Support team and Support Staff to meet the needs of all pupils.

• Use positive behaviour management in an environment of mutual respect which allows pupils to feel safe and secure.

• Have a thorough and up-to-date subject knowledge and understanding, including the relevant aspects of the Northern Ireland Curriculum and specifications for external examination courses.

ASSESSMENT, RECORDING AND REPORTING • • • •

Assess and provide feedback in line with relevant College policies.

Target set, track and record pupil progress.

Identify necessary interventions to support pupils.

Contribute to target setting/actions within Personal Learning Plans as detailed in the Code of Practice.

• Report to parents in line with College reporting procedures.

PASTORAL SUPPORT, CHILD PROTECTION, HEALTH AND SAFETY AND SAFEGUARDING • • • •

Complete annual Child Protection and Safeguarding Training.

Act as a Form Tutor as assigned by timetable.

Keep an accurate register of pupils for each lesson. Unexplained absences should be reported.

Keep pastoral notes as required and ensure that information is passed to the relevant pastoral/ form team/designated teacher promptly and in line with school procedures.

• Understand the school’s emergency evacuation procedures and implement as required.

• Complete Accident Report Forms for any accidents that happen under teacher supervision and ensure all relevant people are informed. For incidents of a serious nature ensure that SLT/Principal are informed immediately.

PROFESSIONAL STANDARDS • • • • • • • • • • •

Be a role model to pupils through personal presentation and professional conduct.

Follow school policies and the Staff Code of Conduct.

Arrive to class on or before the start of each lesson, and begin and end lessons on time.

Cover for absent colleagues as is reasonable, fair and equitable in line with relevant policies.

Establish effective working relationships with colleagues.

Attend and contribute to departmental and staff meetings as required.

Liaise effectively with parents/carers and other agencies as required.

Play an active part in the self-evaluative processes of the school and teaching departments.

Attend assemblies.

Undertake any reasonable tasks as directed by the relevant line manager.

Carry out any other duties which the Principal may reasonably assign.

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT AND PERFORMANCE REVIEW • Engage actively in professional development opportunities.

• Participate, if required, in any scheme of staff development and performance review approved by the Board of Governors of the College.

PERSON SPECIFICATION ESSENTIAL CRITERIA 1. Honours Degree (2:2 or above) that includes Psychology as a major component.

2. Registered or eligible for registration with GTCNI. 3. Experience, within the last 3 years’, of teaching Psychology to A Level (including teaching practice).

4. Skills and qualities: • Good Communication • Organised • Self-motivated • Flexible • Resilient • Able to work as part of a team 5. Skilled in using ICT in the classroom to enhance teaching and learning.

DESIRABLE CRITERIA 1. Experience of teaching RE to GCSE Level.

2. Will make a specific contribute to the School’s extra-curricular programme.

Appointment to this position is subject to the successful candidate undertaking a criminal records check through Access NI and to this check being clear of any offences which might affect appointment to this post. The College’s decision on what is acceptable arising from this check is final. The cost of this check is £32.00 and the successful candidate will be required to pay the school for this service.

Shortlisting will be carried out against the published essential and desirable criteria. All candidates must meet the essential criteria to be shortlisted. Where a high number of candidates meet all essential criteria, the selection panel may apply the desirable criteria, or enhanced levels of the essential criteria, to differentiate between candidates. This will be done fairly, consistently and in line with our recruitment and equality policies.

Methodist College 1 Malone Road Belfast BT9 6BY 028 9020 5205 methody.org