Teacher of Biology or Physics

Voyage Education Partnership; Leeds; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellbeing perks

Employee Assistance Programme

Salary sacrifice scheme

Great pension

Free parking

Job summary

Prince Henry's Grammar School is seeking a skilled Teacher of Biology or Physics to join the Science Department on a permanent, full-time basis. The role starts 1 January 2027 and requires a degree in Biology or Physics, plus GCSE biology/physics knowledge and a commitment to professional development.

We offer excellent CPD opportunities and a supportive leadership team within a collaborative learning trust environment. This post is subject to safeguarding checks and DBS requirements.

Qualifications

• Degree in Biology or Physics is required.
• Knowledge of GCSE Biology or Physics requirements.
• Ability to enthuse and motivate students.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development.

Responsibilities

• Teach Biology or Physics to secondary students in the Science Department.
• Plan lessons, assess learners and provide feedback.
• Contribute to school-wide CPD and collaborative learning.

Education

Degree in Biology or Physics

Job description

Teacher of Biology or Physics (Prince Henry's Grammar School)

Contract Type: Permanent

Education Phases: Secondary;

Working Patterns: Full-Time;

Expected Working Start Date: 1st January 2027

Is a Shared Job: No

About us

Prince Henry's is an over-subscribed comprehensive school with over 1660 students, including around 350 in the Sixth Form. Our Ofsted Report (November 2024) confirms us as an outstanding school across all areas. Regardless of our current success, we strive for the continuous improvement of our educational provision so that our students are fully prepared for 21st century society. We serve the market town of Otley (in the Wharfe Valley) and the surrounding villages including Pool, Bramhope and Adel. The Wharfe Valley is a wonderful region in which to live and work. It is close to areas of outstanding natural beauty, yet also benefits from good transport links to key towns and cities across the country.Of particular interest to new members of staff is the emphasis placed on high quality professional development. Prince Henry's is a strategic partner in the Red Kite Teaching School Alliance and as such we work with our partners to develop and deliver high quality CPL to staff in our own school and across the region. This ensures good access to development opportunities for our teaching and associate staff.

Job Description

MPS/UPS

Full Time

Permanent

Required 1st January 2027

Prince Henry's Grammar School are looking for a skilled and motivated Teacher to join the Science Department, with a specialism in either Physics or Biology.

We are looking for candidates who have:

• Degree or other appropriate qualification in either Biology or Physics;
• Knowledge of requirements of GCSE Biology or Physics;
• Ability to enthuse and motivate students;
• Commitment to continued professional development.

In return, we can offer:

• Excellent Continuing Professional Development opportunities
• A dedicated staff team supported by a committed and experienced senior leadership team

Collaborative Learning Trust is committed to promoting and safeguarding the welfare of all children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check.

In line with KCSiE 2026, we will carry out an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates. This may help identify any matters that are publicly available online, which we might want to explore with you at interview.

• Wellbeing perks
• Employee Assistance Programme
• salary sacrifice scheme
• great pension scheme
• free parking

Desired Criteria

Please see the attached recruitment booklet.

Teacher of - Bio-Phys Recruitment Booklet Sep26.pdf