Biology Teacher New

Job Title: Biology Teacher
Location: Canterbury, Kent
Company: Teaching Personnel
Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Salary: To Scale

About Us:
Teaching Personnel is seeking a dynamic and passionate Biology Teacher to join one of our partner secondary schools in Canterbury. The school is well-established, with a strong commitment to delivering outstanding education and fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment.

Role and Responsibilities:
As a Biology Teacher, you will:

• Plan and deliver engaging and challenging lessons aligned with the Key Stage 3, 4, and 5 Biology curriculum.
• Inspire and motivate students to achieve their full potential in Biology.
• Assess, track, and report on student progress to ensure continuous development.
• Manage classroom behavior and create a positive learning atmosphere.
• Collaborate with colleagues and contribute to departmental initiatives.
• Provide extra support to students, including those with special educational needs (SEN), to enhance learning outcomes.
• Participate in school events, parents’ evenings, and staff meetings.

Requirements:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
• A degree in Biology or a related subject.
• Previous experience teaching Biology at secondary level (Key Stages 3-5).
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• A passion for teaching and commitment to student development.
• An Enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check on the update service or willingness to obtain one.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• A supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Access to Teaching Personnel’s extensive CPD (Continuing Professional Development) training library.
• A dedicated consultant to support you throughout your teaching journey.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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