Head of Biology, Full-time from September 2026

SEVENOAKS SCHOOL; Sevenoaks; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious educational institution in Sevenoaks is seeking a well-qualified Biologist to lead its thriving department from September 2026. The successful candidate will possess an honours degree and be an accomplished classroom practitioner. Responsibilities include promoting interest in Biology across all year groups and maintaining an enthusiastic team spirit. A commitment to pastoral care and enriching co-curricular activities is essential. Applications are open until midday on 29 January 2026.

Qualifications

• Honours graduate in Biology required.
• Proven track record as an accomplished classroom practitioner.
• Involvement in enriching co-curricular activities expected.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Biology department from September 2026.
• Promote interest in Biology across all year groups.
• Maintain excellent team spirit within the department.

Skills

Excellent administrative skills

Ability to maintain team spirit

Commitment to excellent pastoral care

Education

Honours degree in Biology

Job description

We seek to appoint a well-qualified biologist to lead this thriving department from September 2026. The successful candidate will be an honours graduate, an accomplished classroom practitioner, with excellent administrative skills and an ability to maintain team spirit within the department. They will also be responsible for promoting Biology both within the classroom and across the broader co-curricular life of the school, inspiring interest in the subject across the year groups. A commitment to excellent pastoral care and enriching co‑curricular activities is also expected.

At Sevenoaks School our mission is to ensure that students secure their full potential. We prepare young people for life in a modern, global society and seek to provide every student with excellent role models. Having a diverse staff enhances our school community and we warmly welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

Sevenoaks School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and therefore, the offer of employment is subject to the satisfactory completion of a number of background checks including but not limited to an enhanced DBS check with Children’s Barred list check, the taking up and verification of references and the verification of career history and fitness to undertake the role, as well as an online check. Registered Charity No. 1101358.

Applications should be submitted by midday on Thursday 29 January 2026.

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