Teacher of Biology

Teacheroo; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational recruitment agency is seeking a Teacher of Biology in Edinburgh to join their department and support students of all abilities. The position is available immediately and will last until February 2026, with potential for extension. Ideal candidates should possess excellent communication skills, outstanding organizational ability, and be registered with GTCS. This role offers a chance to contribute to a vibrant school community.

Qualifications

• Ability to support and engage students of all abilities.
• Excellent academic pedigree is essential.
• Registered with GTCS.

Responsibilities

• Teach engaging lessons in Biology.
• Support students academically.
• Report to the Head of Biology.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Outstanding organisation

Ability to work flexibly

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Job Type: Contract Job Sector: Education Region: London Location: Edinburgh Salary Description: Commensurate with skills and experience. Posted: 28/11/2025 Recruiter: Teacheroo Job Ref: schooltalent/TP/285/2238 Job Views: 1

An exciting opportunity to join our Biology Department has arisen due to unexpected illness. The successful candidate will be an excellent addition to the department who can support students of all abilities and teach engaging lessons. Reporting to the Head of Biology, the Teacher of Biology will have academic ability and rigour, a passion for learning and an enthusiastic approach to classroom teaching. The position is available immediately until February 2026, with scope to extend further.

Package Description

• The appointment will commence as soon as possible
• The role is for full-time cover and would be until mid-February 2026 with scope to extend this if needed
• The Spring Term dates are 7th January until 28th March, with Half Term from 13th – 22nd February
• Salary will be based on experience
• Employment will be subject to one week’s notice on either side
• All applicants must be eligible to work in the UK
• All applicants must be registered with GTCS
• A formal offer of employment is subject to a PVG check
• Other details and conditions of service will be discussed at interview

Main Responsibilities

Please see the full Job Description for duties and responsibilities for this role

The Ideal Candidate

Successful applicants for a teaching role are expected to have the following qualities:

• Excellent academic pedigree
• Excellent communication skills, both orally and in writing
• Outstanding organisation with an ability to work flexibly to tight deadlines

About the school/organisation

Fettes College is a leading HMC co-educational boarding and day school close to the heart of Edinburgh. It has a strong tradition of academic, sporting and cultural excellence underpinned by outstanding pastoral care. Fettes opened its doors in 1870 and became fully co-educational in 1980: it is now an independent school of some 785 students. There are 594 students in the Senior School (13-18 years) and 191 students in the Preparatory School (7-13 years). Fettes follows the English curriculum of GCSEs, and the dual pathway of A Levels and IB. Our full-boarding ethos ensures weekends are vibrant and fun.The academic staff in the Senior School consists of the Head and 91 full-time members of the Common Room. Our Prep School shares the same site and consists of a further 29 full-time teaching staff. Fettes is a collaborative community in which every member is working towards fully realising their potential whilst supporting those around them. The school stands on a stunning and secure 100-acre site, but still within walking distance of Edinburgh’s city centre. The historic main building holds the Chapel, Library, the English, Classics and History Departments as well as the Medical Centre and two boarding houses. A large purpose-built teaching block (the Spens Building) houses Art, Modern Languages, Mathematics, Economics, Geography and Music. The Theatre, Science Laboratories and Dining Hall are adjacent. The Preparatory School and seven further boarding houses (including a purpose-built co-educational U6th House) are also on the campus. Our sports facilities (including extensive playing fields, two all-weather pitches and a private Health Club) are excellent. We have a commitment to build even more ground-breaking facilities, including a Wellbeing Centre and construction of new Science and Innovation buildings. As well as our teaching staff we employ over 220 Operational Staff across the many departments, including Estates, Security, Housekeeping, Finance, Admissions and Marketing with a pervading sense of community amongst staff, students and parents alike.

OUR VISION

We have created and developed a bold new vision for Fettes, one which focuses on what we believe Fettesians should aspire to be, the skills they will need in lifeand the impact we want them to make in the world. We have called this vision Fettes Moving Forward: A place to live. A place to learn. A place to grow. You can find out more about the vision - and how it shapes and informs Fettes' future at www.fettes.com/visionPlease also watch (with sound on) our film below - Ode to Place - which complements the vision and captures the ethos of Fettes College and what a Fettes education means.

THE AIMS OF THE COLLEGE

• Feel valued and respected as individuals
• Receive the highest possible quality of education, engaging them in rigorous and relevant opportunities in a dynamic curriculum that creates lifelong learners
• Feel safe, have a sense of personal worth, are thoughtful and considerate of the needs of others, while possessing a willingness to take on responsibility
• Are encouraged to stretch and challenge themselves
• Develop a sense of self-confidence, integrity, emotional resilience, loyalty, good manners, leadership skills and teamwork
• Value a sense of community
• Are surrounded by inspirational caring staff
• Feel represented and are provided with equal opportunities regardless of gender, identity, sexual orientation, disability, ethnicity or religion.

Our Students will leave the school knowing themselves, looking out for others, capable of thinking critically and ready to make a positive mark on their rapidly changing world. They will be bold and visionary yet compassionate; they will possess a global perspective and be ready to embrace the opportunities of the future.

Helen Harrison, Head