Teacher - A-level Biology

Xebun.com; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 34,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a passionate A-level Biology teacher to join their new Sixth Form Centre in Birmingham. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of science education by creating a rich curriculum that blends exemplary teaching with research-informed practices. You will be part of a supportive environment that prioritizes both student and teacher development, with access to extensive resources and professional growth opportunities. If you are ready to inspire the next generation of scientists and contribute to a vibrant academic community, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

38 days' paid leave per year

Excellent Teachers' Pension Scheme

Subsidised private healthcare

Employee Assistance Programme

Annual health MOTs

Professional qualification sponsorship

Salary sacrifice schemes

Heavily-subsidised on-site car parking

Free on-site gym membership

Qualifications

• Experience teaching A-level Biology in a university environment.
• Ability to create a knowledge-rich curriculum.

Responsibilities

• Teach A-level Biology and develop innovative curriculum.
• Support students' academic and personal development.

Skills

Teaching A-level Biology

Curriculum Development

Pedagogy

Research-informed Practice

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Biology or related field

Master's Degree in Education or related field

Tools

Digital Resources Access

Online Learning Platforms

Job description

Job Title: Teacher - A-level Biology

Location: Birmingham

Salary: £34,866 - £46,485 per annum (Pro Rated for Part-time roles) - SF1

Job type: Permanent, Full time

The Role:

University College Birmingham opened its new Sixth Form Centre in September 2024 to 280 fabulous year 12 students and we are looking for knowledgeable and ambitious scientists who have experience teaching A-level Biology to join our team as we grow.

Teaching within a university environment and our £5.5 million Sixth Form Centre facilities will provide you with a truly unique opportunity to rethink science education; to create a beautiful, knowledge-rich curriculum which transforms academic learning through exemplary pedagogy and research-informed practice.

We are unashamedly ambitious and strive for the best academic outcomes for our students, alongside explicitly teaching character education, empowering students to live purposeful, flourishing lives.

Preparing for university within a university means our students (and teachers) will benefit from the extensive award-winning support services at UCB, including a library with online access to over 60 million digital resources containing published research papers as well as course textbooks, a dedicated academic support service available for all students, a Health and wellbeing service with a Nurse, mental health support and counsellors, and a dedicated careers team to help secure student work experience and volunteering roles.

We recognise that you will be our greatest asset and we will fully support you to excel in your craft; our professional development programme includes instructional coaching and there is the opportunity to undertake a Master's or other professional qualification.

We can support ECTs through the next stage of their professional development or help more experienced teachers develop their pedagogy and leadership skills for their next steps.

Benefits:

• Generous allocation of annual leave (Pro rated for part-time)
  • 38 days' paid leave per year
  • 12 Bank Holidays & Concessionary Days
• Excellent Teachers' Pension Scheme
  • Employer Contributions - 28.6%
• Subsidised private healthcare provided by Aviva including a Digital GP Service.
• Employee Assistance Programme inclusive of counselling services, financial wellbeing support and bereavement support
• Annual health MOTs with our Registered Nurse
• Excellent staff development opportunities including professional qualification sponsorship
• A variety of salary sacrifice schemes including car, technology and cycle.
• Heavily-subsidised on-site car parking in central Birmingham
• Hybrid working opportunities
• Free on-site gym membership

Extra Information:

All applicants for employment at the University will be expected to demonstrate an understanding of the principles of Safeguarding and the PREVENT agenda in the context of further and higher education.

Closing Date - Sunday 16th February 2025.

Interview Dates - w/c 24th February 2025.

UCB is an equal opportunities employer.

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