Teacher of biology (one term)

This is a position for a teacher wishing to join a sector-leading educational provision which values continuous professional development, a culture of collaboration, reflective practice and where colleagues are nurtured, supported and encouraged in their careers.

The successful candidate will be highly motivated and fully prepared to undertake the demands of working in one of the UK's leading independent co-educational day and boarding schools.

We seek someone:

• Who is an outstanding teacher of Biology
• With a passion for Biology and is able to inspire and motivate our pupils
• Who will interpret data and tracking to ensure that all pupils make necessary progress

Accountabilities

• To contribute to the Department by carrying out the professional duties of a teacher
• To maintain the Department's strong academic record

Responsibilities

• To continue to embed the Cultures of Thinking ethos within the Department and whole school
• To liaise with the Head of Biology to ensure a successful programme of study for pupils
• To encourage, facilitate and participate in the development of ICT within the Department and to support the ongoing development of the Digital Strategy
• To implement the curriculum, including the development of appropriate syllabuses, resources, schemes of work (designed to school framework), teaching, assessment and marking, which support the School's implementation of all current statutory requirements

Teaching Responsibilities

• To teach Biology and deliver an inspiring, challenging and balanced curriculum to students that supports the subject areas, in line with National Teaching Standards
• Develop enrichment activities to enhance teaching and learning including clubs, trips and competitions
• To support the development of the faculty and overall School aims and objectives
• To assess, record and report on the development, progress and attainment of students
• To embed the Cultures of Thinking ethos within teaching pedagogy

Administrative Duties

• To undertake appropriate administrative duties to support the operational needs of the department or wider school
• To maintain appropriate records and provide relevant and accurate information for information systems to ensure that all records are up-to-date

Pastoral Responsibilities

• To provide pastoral support to pupils as a form tutor or similar role as required
• To attend year and whole school assemblies