Biology Teacher - GCSE Science & Practical Lab Leader

Connex Education Partnership; East Leake; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay (paid to scale)

Flexible working opportunities

Dedicated recruitment support

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Job summary

Connex Education Partnership seeks a knowledgeable Qualified Biology Teacher for a secondary academy in East Leake, Nottinghamshire. The role is temporary and full-time, delivering Biology to Key Stage 3/4 with GCSE content and potential post-16 support depending on timetable.

You will plan and deliver engaging lessons, assess progress, and adapt to diverse learning needs while promoting safe lab practices and high behavioural standards within the science department.

Qualifications

• QTS or equivalent teaching qualification required.
• Strong Biology knowledge and ability to teach secondary science confidently.
• Experience teaching Biology or Science in a secondary school setting.
• Ability to plan and deliver engaging, well-structured lessons that meet objectives.
• Experience assessing student progress and providing constructive feedback.
• Strong classroom management and ability to maintain a positive learning environment.
• Passion for science and ability to inspire curiosity and independent learning.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging Biology lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4, with GCSE content.
• Assess student progress and provide constructive feedback.
• Promote safe working practices and effective use of laboratory equipment.
• Manage the classroom and maintain high expectations for achievement and conduct.
• Collaborate with the science department to support school-wide priorities.

Skills

QTS or equivalent

Biology knowledge

Lesson planning

Assessment & feedback

Classroom management

Student engagement

Safeguarding awareness

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Equivalent recognised teaching qualification

Job description

Connex Education Partnership seeks a knowledgeable Qualified Biology Teacher for a secondary academy in East Leake, Nottinghamshire. The role is temporary and full-time, delivering Biology to Key Stage 3/4 with GCSE content and potential post-16 support depending on timetable.

You will plan and deliver engaging lessons, assess progress, and adapt to diverse learning needs while promoting safe lab practices and high behavioural standards within the science department.