Secondary Biology Teacher

GUARDIAN SELECTION LIMITED; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A recruitment agency specializing in education is looking for a passionate Biology Teacher to join schools in Haringey. The successful candidate will have QTS, relevant teaching experience, and strong subject knowledge. Responsibilities include curriculum delivery, practical learning, and student assessment. Opportunities for career development and flexible working arrangements are available.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Comprehensive support through recruitment process

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Excellent subject knowledge and understanding of national curriculum requirements.
• DBS registered on the Update Service or willingness to apply.
• Collaborative working approach.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver high-quality Biology curriculum across Key Stages.
• Lead safe and impactful laboratory experiments.
• Monitor and assess student progress through various methods.

Skills

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS or equivalent)

Experience teaching Biology at secondary level

Strong communication skills

Ability to motivate students

Education

PGCE/BSc with specialism in Biology

Job description

Role: Biology Teacher
Location: Haringey
Start Date: ASAP
End Date: Negotiable
Employment Type: Full-Time/Part-Time
Contract Type: Long-Term/Short-Term/Supply
Pay Scale: £150 - £260 per day – depending on experience & Contract Type

Are you an enthusiastic Biology Teacher with a passion for helping students understand the living world around them?
If so, GSL Education is delighted to offer an exciting opportunity for a dedicated Biology specialist to join one of our client secondary schools in Haringey.

This dynamic school places science at the heart of its curriculum, fostering curiosity and encouraging students to explore biological concepts through engaging lessons and hands‑on learning. With a supportive and forward‑thinking Science department, the school is committed to academic excellence and developing future scientists and healthcare professionals.

As a Biology Teacher, your role will involve far more than planning and marking — you will play a key part in shaping inquisitive, analytical learners ready to thrive in further studies and future careers.

Key Responsibilities

• Curriculum Delivery: Plan and deliver a high-quality Biology curriculum across Key Stages (KS3–KS4 and KS5 if applicable), covering key topics such as cell biology, ecology, genetics, and human biology.
• Practical Learning: Lead safe and impactful laboratory experiments and investigations that enhance students’ scientific enquiry skills and reinforce theoretical content.
• Assessment & Feedback: Monitor and assess student progress through tests, practical work, assignments, and class participation, providing constructive feedback to ensure continuous improvement.
• Student Engagement: Inspire curiosity by connecting classroom learning to real‑world biological issues including health, environment, and biotechnology.
• Classroom & Lab Management: Maintain a safe, organised, and inclusive learning environment that promotes teamwork, respect, and strong work habits.
• Professional Growth: Participate in CPD opportunities and stay informed about advancements in biological sciences and educational methods.

The successful Biology Teacher will have:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS or equivalent – PGCE/BSc, etc. with specialism in Biology).
• Experience teaching Biology at secondary level (A-Level experience desirable).
• Excellent subject knowledge and understanding of national curriculum requirements.
• Ability to motivate students and build positive relationships with learners and colleagues.
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative working approach.
• DBS registered on the Update Service (or willingness to apply).

What GSL Education offers:

• Wide‑Ranging Opportunities: Roles available across mainstream schools, sixth forms, and alternative provisions.
• Comprehensive Support: Guidance throughout the recruitment process, including CV updates and interview preparation.
• Flexible Working: Short-term, long-term, full-time, or part‑time to suit your circumstances.
• Commitment to Safeguarding: Ethical recruitment prioritising the safety and wellbeing of students.
• Career Development: Access to training and CPD to support teaching excellence and progression.
• Dedicated Consultant: Personal support to secure the right role with a competitive pay rate.

Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks; including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service, or completing an application for a new check. As an ethical, inclusive, and independent recruitment agency GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools throughout London.

For more information or to register your interest in the Biology Teacher role, or to be considered, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV, and one of our dedicated consultants, will be in touch.