Biology Teacher – Academic Rigour – Newham

Marchant Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational recruitment firm seeks an experienced Biology Teacher for an ambitious secondary school in Newham, starting January 2026. The role involves teaching across KS3–KS5, focusing on advanced genetics and ecology, while maintaining a stimulating classroom environment. Candidates should hold a degree in Biology or related science and have QTS, with a proven ability to achieve top A-Level results. The position offers a supportive environment with excellent resources.

Qualifications

• Ability to achieve top results at A-Level Biology.
• Experience in maintaining a stimulating classroom environment.

Responsibilities

• Teach advanced genetics and ecology in Biology.
• Run academic extension clubs and deliver a rigorous curriculum.
• Maintain a stimulating and rigorous classroom environment.

Skills

Teaching Biology across KS3–KS5

Designing and leading practical investigations

Commitment to academic rigour

Education

Degree in Biology or related life science

QTS

Job description

Biology Teacher – Drive Academic Rigour and Advanced Investigative Biology – Newham

An ambitious secondary school in Newham requires an experienced Biology Teacher committed to academic rigour and investigative science from January 2026.

Responsibilities

• Teach Biology across KS3–KS5 (GCSE / A-Level), focusing on advanced genetics, ecology, and challenging investigative practical tasks.
• Run academic extension clubs, ensuring the delivery of a rigorous curriculum.
• Design and lead challenging practical investigations.
• Maintain a stimulating and rigorous classroom environment.

Qualifications

• QTS
• A degree in Biology or a related life science
• Proven ability to teach and achieve top results at A-Level Biology
• Experience in designing and leading challenging practical investigations
• Commitment to maintaining a stimulating and rigorous classroom environment

School Information

The Science faculty is well-resourced and benefits from excellent technician support. The school provides a supportive environment with excellent administrative backing and a strong focus on staff well-being. Dedicated laboratory facilities and technician support.

Professional culture focuses on staff well-being.

• Highly accessible location via Tube / DLR.

Salary

Paid to scale on MPS / UPS.

Application

To apply for this Biology Teacher position in Newham, please send your most up to date CV as soon as possible. Early applications are warmly encouraged.