Biology Teacher

Wellington College Recruitment; Buckler's Park; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious educational institution is seeking a dedicated Biology Teacher to join their team in a full-time, permanent role starting ideally in January 2026. The ideal candidate will have a relevant degree, teaching experience, and a passion for education. This role involves teaching students from year 9 to year 13, enhancing teaching quality, and contributing to extra-curricular activities. The institution offers a supportive community and a range of benefits including private medical insurance and professional development support.

Benefits

Private Medical Insurance

Complimentary lunch during shifts

Professional development support

Subsidised fitness club membership

Teacher's pension scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Enhanced maternity/paternity scheme

Cycle-to-work initiative

Free parking

Fee remission for college tuition

Qualifications

• Recognised teaching qualification, such as a PGCE, or equivalent experience.
• Teaching experience at A/IB level is desirable.
• Involvement in extra-curricular activities is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Teach across the full age range from year 9 to year 13.
• Enhance teaching quality through resource sharing and collaboration.
• Participate in extra-curricular life of the Department.
• Contribute to departmental efficiency including setting examinations.

Skills

Teaching experience

Knowledge of the Curriculum

Education

Good level degree in Biology or related subject

3 A-Levels, IB or equivalent

Tools

Safeguarding practices knowledge

Job description

Overview

Our Biology Department are currently looking for an enthusiastic, highly motivated and dedicated Biology Teacher with a love of education to join the team to encourage all students to make progress in this subject no matter their ability.

You will join on a full time, permanent basis. Starting ideally in January 2026 (or April).

Key Responsibilities

• Be willing to teach across the full age range from year 9 to year 13
• Enhance the quality of teaching and learning in the Department and wider College through sharing resources and good practice, lesson observation, collaborative teaching, mentoring and active participation in continuing professional development
• Teach a standard timetable allocation (currently 36 lessons of 55 minutes in a twelve-day timetable cycle)
• Play a role in the extra-curricular life of the Department, including contributing to off-timetable workshops, extension programs, pre-university seminars, competitions, etc.
• Make a positive contribution to the efficient running of the Department, including, setting and marking examinations, attending departmental meetings and undertaking administrative and other tasks as delegated by the Head of Department
• We are a seven day a week boarding school and all teaching staff should be aware that there are lessons on a Saturday morning and expects teachers to participate enthusiastically in the activities that are offered to pupils during evenings and weekends

About You

We’re looking for someone who has a:

• Good level degree in this subject or another directly related subject or a suitable Post Graduate qualification 3 A-Levels, IB or equivalent
• Thorough knowledge of the material covered in the Curriculum of this subject

Desirable

• Recognised teaching qualification, such as a PGCE, or equivalent experience
• Teaching experience at A/IB level
• Awareness of Safeguarding requirements and good practice within a boarding school setting
• Involvement in extra-curricular activities (professional, amateur or voluntary)

Why Wellington?

Wellington is a progressive employer located in a stunning 400-acre campus, and is a place of ambition, innovation, and heart. Our community is built on five core values—Kindness, Courage, Respect, Integrity, and Responsibility—which guide everything we do. We are proud to be a school that not only nurtures academic excellence but also champions wellbeing, creativity, and global citizenship.

Our Benefits

We don’t just offer a job—we offer a rewarding career with a host of benefits to support your wellbeing and development:

• Private Medical Insurance
• Complimentary lunch during shifts.
• Professional development support.
• Subsidised membership to the Wellington Health & Fitness Club.
• Teacher’s pension scheme.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Enhanced Maternity/Paternity scheme.
• Cycle-to-work initiative.
• Free parking on campus.
• Fee remission for college tuition.

How To Apply

If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact in a vibrant and values-driven community, we’d love to hear from you.

For additional information on how to apply, please visit the Teaching page at Wellington College recruitment Website. Applications will only be accepted through the designated application form on our vacancy website.

Interviews

Interviews: 15th October

Wellington College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the School is therefore permitted to ask job applicants to declare all convictions and cautions (including those which are "spent" unless they are "protected" under the DBS filtering rules) in order to assess their suitability to work with children.

We reserve the right to interview suitable candidates before the closing date or to close the vacancy prior to closing date if deemed appropriate. You are advised to submit your application as early as possible to avoid missing your chance to apply.

We are an equal opportunities employer and are seeking applications from suitable candidates from all backgrounds.

All applicants must have a valid right to work in the UK and must be able to produce supporting documents.