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Merchant Taylors’ School, Liverpool Teacher of Psychology – Full Time – Permanent from September 2026 We are seeking to recruit an inspirational, enthusiastic and self-reflective Teacher of Psychology to start employment in September 2026. The role would suit an experienced teacher or an ECT. The role involves teaching GCSE and A Level Psychology. Competent IT skills are necessary since members of staff are each furnished with a Microsoft Surface Pro for use within and away from school and these can be used in tandem with smartboards in classrooms. There is an expectation that you will participate in and contribute to the co-curricular life of the School as a whole. In return, the School is committed to helping you develop further as a teacher by supporting you with appropriate professional development. Candidates are strongly encouraged to visit the school website for more information about our thriving school, which offers an exceptionally rich curriculum and strong sense of community Home - Merchant Taylors' School The safeguarding responsibilities of the post include: The provision of a safe environment in which children and young people feel heard • • Being aware of the indicators of abuse and neglect • Ensuring vigilance in recognising changes in behaviour or mood • Reporting safeguarding concerns in line with the School’s Safeguarding Children and Child Protection Policy • Attending Safeguarding training and updates as requested by the School The duties of this role meet the definition of regulated activity relevant to children and an enhanced DBS check with children’s barred list is appropriate. School Safeguarding Statement The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo safeguarding checks appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the School is therefore permitted to ask job applicants to declare all convictions and cautions (including those which are "spent" unless they are "protected" under the DBS filtering rules) in order to assess their suitability to work with children. For further details and to apply, please visit Teaching Vacancies - Merchant Taylors' School Candidates should submit an application form via email to recruitment@merchanttaylors.com or alternatively post to Human Resources Department, Merchant Taylors’ School, Liverpool Road, Crosby, Liverpool L23 0QP. Closing date: Friday 8th May 2026 at midday however, we reserve the right to close the vacancy early so you are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. Completed application forms should be returned to recruitment@merchanttaylors.com Interviews are currently scheduled to take place on Week commencing 18th May 2026.