Head of Biology

EdEx Education Recruitment; London; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Science Teacher + Head of Biology to join their thriving Science Department in Newham. This exciting role offers the chance to teach KS5 Biology while leading curriculum development alongside a dedicated team. The school boasts modern facilities and a supportive environment, ensuring a focus on staff wellbeing and professional development. If you are an experienced educator or an ECT with a strong passion for STEM, this is a fantastic opportunity to make a significant impact in a consistently outstanding school. Apply now to be part of this dynamic team starting September 2025.

Benefits

Personalized wellbeing support

CPD opportunities

Reduced workload management

Free parking

Good transport links

Qualifications

• Qualified Science Teacher with KS5 Biology experience required.
• Confident in using modern ICT in the classroom.

Responsibilities

• Teach KS5 Biology and guide the Biology curriculum.
• Collaborate with the Director of Science and support the team.

Skills

KS5 Biology experience

Modern ICT usage

Passion for STEM education

Charismatic teaching approach

Education

Qualified Science Teacher

Job description

Science Teacher + Head of Biology - Newham - Sept 2025

A high-achieving Secondary School in Newham is searching for a Science Teacher + Head of Biology to join the popular Science Department in September. We are looking for an experienced Science Teacher with KS5 Biology experience and solid subject knowledge who can confidently teach KS5 Biology, as well as guide the Biology curriculum alongside the Director of Science.

The school offers the following:

• Large Science Team - Director of Science, KS Leads & Heads of specialisms
• Modern, well-resourced Science Lab & Classrooms
• Established Science curriculum and bank of resources, lessons and schemes of work for you to scaffold and develop.
• Personalised wellbeing, CPD and reduced workload management
• Large, well-resourced school with well-respected teachers and leaders.
• Excellent behaviour supported by an extended pastoral and learning support team.

This Science Teacher position is suitable for a range of candidates, whether you're an experienced Science Teacher or a Science ECT; we want to hear from you.

Candidate Specification for this Science Teacher + Head of Biology vacancy:

• Qualified Science Teacher with KS5 Biology experience
• Confident, charismatic and relatable
• Confident in using modern ICT in your classroom
• Genuinely passionate about STEM in education

Job Specification for this Science Teacher + Head of Biology vacancy:

• Science Teacher + Head of Biology
• Full Time, Permanent Contract. Part time considered.
• MPS/UPS Outer London
• £38,219 - £51,179 + TLR2B £6200
• Start in September 2025

School Specification for this Science Teacher + Head of Biology vacancy:

• Consistently Outstanding school
• KS3 - KS5, mixed
• Incredibly well-resourced, modern school with state-of-the-art facilities
• Excellent SEN, Pastoral and Behavioural support team
• Great approach to reduce workload, increase wellbeing and overall staff happiness
• Newham, SE London - Free Parking & Good Transport Links

If you are interested in this Science Teacher + Head of Biology position for September, then please apply to this advert now.

If shortlisted, you will be contacted by EdEx within 24 hours to discuss further details of the school, role and what you're looking for before progressing your application.