Second in Charge of Biology

Second in Charge of Biology – Permanent Location: Southwark, London School: Secondary and Sixth Form Contract: Permanent Start date: January Salary: MPS/UPS Inner London plus TLR 2C of £8,125 About the role An ambitious secondary and sixth form school in Southwark is seeking an enthusiastic and skilled Second in Charge of Biology to join its Science department from January. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Biology teacher who is ready to take on a leadership role and help drive high standards across the department. You will support the Head of Biology in delivering an engaging, ambitious and well-sequenced curriculum while ensuring students achieve excellent outcomes across KS3, KS4 and KS5. The successful candidate will be a strong classroom practitioner with a passion for Biology and a commitment to raising achievement for all students. Key responsibilities

• Support the Head of Biology with the leadership and day-to-day management of the department.
• Contribute to the planning and delivery of an ambitious Biology curriculum.
• Teach Biology across KS3, KS4 and KS5.
• Monitor student progress and use assessment data to improve outcomes.
• Support colleagues with planning, teaching strategies, assessment and resource development.
• Help ensure high-quality lessons, practical work and consistent departmental standards.
• Contribute to intervention strategies and support for students who need additional help.
• Lead or contribute to departmental meetings, training and quality assurance.
• Help develop schemes of work, assessments and learning resources.
• Promote high expectations for behaviour, achievement and student participation.
• Support enrichment opportunities, such as clubs, competitions or STEM activities.
• Work collaboratively with the Science team, senior leaders, students and parents.
• Uphold the school's safeguarding, inclusion and wellbeing policies. About you The successful candidate will have:
• Qualified Teacher Status or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
• A relevant degree in Biology or a related subject.
• Strong subject knowledge and successful teaching experience across secondary age groups.
• Experience teaching Biology at GCSE and A-level.
• A strong understanding of effective teaching, learning and assessment.
• The ability to inspire students and support colleagues.
• Excellent organisation, communication and leadership skills.
• A commitment to high expectations and inclusive education.
• The ability to use data to monitor progress and improve outcomes.
• A proactive and collaborative approach.
• A commitment to safeguarding and student wellbeing. Experience leading a subject, key stage or curriculum area would be advantageous, although this role may also suit an outstanding teacher ready to step into middle leadership. What's on offer
• Permanent role in a secondary and sixth form school in Southwark.
• January start.
• MPS/UPS Inner London salary.
• TLR 2C of £8,125.
• Opportunity to contribute to departmental leadership and curriculum development.
• Supportive Science team and senior leadership.
• Professional development and career progression opportunities. Apply now If you are an enthusiastic Biology teacher ready to take on a leadership role, please submit your CV and supporting statement via marianne@clarus-education.co.uk The successful candidate will be required to complete appropriate safeguarding and pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check where applicable. This post is not exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. To apply for this opportunity your detailed CV to Clarus Education now to be considered. We will be contacting those shortlisted within 48 hours of an application. Please see our website page headed ‘About' and scroll to the bottom to see our ‘Privacy Notice' for an explanation about how we use information we collect about you.