Head of Psychology

The Fulham Boys School is seeking a Head of Psychology to join our successful psychology department. The department has sustained success at KS5, consistently falling in the top 25% nationally. Psychology is a very popular subject at KS5 and is therefore offered in two different option blocks. Students are excited to learn psychology, and its success is underpinned by the passion of our teachers. Lessons are dynamic and exciting with a no excuses approach to challenge and engagement. We are looking for an outstanding teacher whose passion for psychology is shown throughout their lessons. This role also comes with the exciting opportunity to develop psychology at KS4. Psychology was introduced in September 2024 and has two large classes in Year 9 and Year 10. The successful applicant will lead psychology at both KS4 and KS5, where experience in teaching psychology at KS5 is essential, and knowledge of GCSE is preferred. About The Fulham Boys School The Fulham Boys School, located in the heart of Fulham, is a highly successful and oversubscribed school with a good reputation in the local community. In 2024 at GCSE the school sits in the top 4% nationally for progress and achieved 90% 4+ in English & Maths and 73% 5+ in English & Maths. In the sixth form, the school is proud to once again achieve ALPs 3 which places us in the top 25% nationally for KS5 results. We offer all of our students an extended school day with all of our boys in school until 4:10pm Monday to Thursday and 2:45pm on Fridays. During this time, our extensive co-curricular offer enables students to take on a new sport or find their passion in debating, gardening or social enterprise. We want our students to leave FBS equipped for the workplace and life beyond. What we offer As a school we are passionate about the professional development and wellbeing of all of our staff. We offer:

• 172 school days per year with 5 INSET days
• Sixteen (16) weeks of school holidays - more than most state schools
• An annual staff wellbeing day where the school is closed
• Exceptional commitment to effective, evidence-based CPD that takes place on a daily basis and supports all staff to grow in their roles and prepare for future roles.
• Free staff lunches during term time, tea, coffee, biscuits and fruit in the staff room
• Subscription to the Eduction Support employee assistance programme
• Half-termly 'shining lights' where staff nominate others for recognition
• Regular staff socials and sport
• Use of the on site gym
How to apply We actively encourage potential candidates to visit our school. If you do wish to visit, please contact Jane Proudfoot, HR Manager at The Fulham Boys School, 532 Fulham Road, London SW6 5BD or by email to recruit@fulhamboysschool.org.uk Please log onto our website www.fulhamboysschool.org for further details about the school. Application forms should be sent to Jane Proudfoot, HR Manager at The Fulham Boys School, 532 Fulham Road, London SW6 5BD or by email to recruit@fulhamboysschool.org.uk. Interviews will take place week beginning 2nd December 2024. FBS is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to apply for an enhanced DBS disclosure.

The Fulham Boys School is seeking a Head of Psychology to join our successful psychology department. The department has sustained success at KS5, consistently falling in the top 25% nationally. Psychology is a very popular subject at KS5 and is therefore offered in two different option blocks. Students are excited to learn psychology, and its success is underpinned by the passion of our teachers. Lessons are dynamic and exciting with a no excuses approach to challenge and engagement. We are looking for an outstanding teacher whose passion for psychology is shown throughout their lessons. This role also comes with the exciting opportunity to develop psychology at KS4. Psychology was introduced in September 2024 and has two large classes in Year 9 and Year 10. The successful applicant will lead psychology at both KS4 and KS5, where experience in teaching psychology at KS5 is essential, and knowledge of GCSE is preferred. About The Fulham Boys School The Fulham Boys School, located in the heart of Fulham, is a highly successful and oversubscribed school with a good reputation in the local community. In 2024 at GCSE the school sits in the top 4% nationally for progress and achieved 90% 4+ in English & Maths and 73% 5+ in English & Maths. In the sixth form, the school is proud to once again achieve ALPs 3 which places us in the top 25% nationally for KS5 results. We offer all of our students an extended school day with all of our boys in school until 4:10pm Monday to Thursday and 2:45pm on Fridays. During this time, our extensive co-curricular offer enables students to take on a new sport or find their passion in debating, gardening or social enterprise. We want our students to leave FBS equipped for the workplace and life beyond. What we offer As a school we are passionate about the professional development and wellbeing of all of our staff. We offer:
• 172 school days per year with 5 INSET days
• Sixteen (16) weeks of school holidays - more than most state schools
• An annual staff wellbeing day where the school is closed
• Exceptional commitment to effective, evidence-based CPD that takes place on a daily basis and supports all staff to grow in their roles and prepare for future roles.
• Free staff lunches during term time, tea, coffee, biscuits and fruit in the staff room
• Subscription to the Eduction Support employee assistance programme
• Half-termly 'shining lights' where staff nominate others for recognition
• Regular staff socials and sport
• Use of the on site gym