Biology Teacher – Haringey – January Start

This is an opportunity to join a well-regarded secondary school with a thriving Sixth Form situated in Haringey. The school prides itself on an ethos of “Everyone matters, Everyone achieves” and is committed to creating an inclusive, supportive environment for all students. Their curriculum balances academic rigour with pastoral care. The school’s Learning Support (SEND) provision is central to its approach: they operate a graduated model of support, ensuring that students with additional needs are fully included in the mainstream curriculum whenever possible. The Sixth Form is well integrated with the rest of the school, and staff across the school collaborate in delivering high standards and consistency in teaching and learning.
 
What the School Offers

• A strong, collaborative staff culture with regular shared planning and peer observation
• Continuing Professional Development (CPD) including subject conferences, coaching and career progression routes
• Well-resourced Biology (and science) department with technical and laboratory support
• Supportive leadership committed to staff wellbeing (workload management, mental health provision)
• Opportunities for involvement in enrichment, trips, and Sixth Form extension work

 
What the Role Involves
As the Biology Teacher for the Sixth Form, your responsibilities will include:

• Teaching engaging A-level Biology lessons, adapting to students’ differing starting points
• Planning and designing a rigorous curriculum that stretches high achievers and supports learners needing catch-up
• Collaborating with colleagues in the science department on schemes of work, moderation, and cross-disciplinary projects
• Supporting students outside lessons (clinics, extra sessions)
• Acting as a tutor for a Year 12 or 13 group, providing pastoral and academic guidance
• Taking part in enrichment and co-curricular activities (e.g. science clubs, fieldwork, evening events)

 
What the School is Looking For
The ideal candidate will:

• Hold a relevant degree in Biology or related life sciences
• Have experience teaching Biology at A-level (or strong evidence of capability)
• Be committed to high expectations for all students, with excellent subject knowledge
• Have experience or willingness to support students with diverse learning needs (including SEND)
• Be collaborative, reflective, and open to feedback
• Be enthusiastic, proactive, and passionate about helping students achieve their full potential

 
Salary & Contract Info

• Inner London Main Pay Scale: £38,766 – £50,288
• Upper Pay Scale: up to £60,092
• Permanent, Full-Time (part-time considered for exceptional candidates)
• TLR opportunities available dependent on experience and responsibility

 
If you would like to help shape a vibrant Sixth Form environment and make a real difference in students’ outcomes, we’d love to hear from you. Please submit your CV and cover letter via the application portal by [insert closing date]. Shortlisted candidates will be invited for interview.
 
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Biology Teacher | January 2026 | INDHOT