Biology Teacher | Upper School | Northampton

Position: Biology Teacher
Location: Northampton
Contract: Full-Time
Start Date: September
Key Stages: KS3KS5

A successful Upper School in Northampton is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and knowledgeable Biology Teacher to join its thriving Science faculty from September. This is a full-time opportunity within a well-regarded school that values academic achievement inclusive practice and high-quality teaching.

Biology is a popular subject within the Science department with students encouraged to develop curiosity practical investigative skills and a deep understanding of the living world through a challenging and engaging curriculum.

You will teach Biology across Key Stage 3 Key Stage 4 and Key Stage 5 delivering engaging and well-structured lessons that support excellent progress and inspire students to develop a love of science.

At KS3 and KS4 you will teach general Science with a strong Biology specialism while at KS5 you will deliver A-Level Biology helping students develop secure theoretical understanding analytical skills and practical competence.

Students study a broad and ambitious curriculum including cell biology genetics ecology human physiology evolution microbiology and biological investigation. You will prepare students for GCSE and A-Level examinations while contributing to wider STEM and enrichment opportunities.

• Teach Biology across KS3 KS4 and KS5

• Deliver engaging Science lessons with a Biology specialism

• Prepare students for GCSE and A-Level examinations

• Plan and supervise practical investigations and laboratory activities

• Assess student work and provide detailed constructive feedback

• Monitor progress and implement targeted intervention strategies

• Contribute to curriculum planning and departmental development

• Support STEM enrichment and wider science activities

This Upper School in Northampton provides a welcoming and ambitious environment where students are encouraged to achieve academically while developing confidence resilience and a love of learning.

The Science faculty benefits from modern laboratories strong leadership excellent resources and a collaborative team ethos. Staff are supported through ongoing professional development and opportunities to contribute to wider school improvement.

Essential Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

• Experience teaching Science with a Biology specialism

• Ability to teach KS3 and KS4 confidently

• Strong subject knowledge in Biology

• Excellent classroom management and communication skills

Desirable

• Experience teaching A-Level Biology

• Experience contributing to STEM enrichment activities

• Strong track record of examination success and student progress

• Ability to support curriculum development within Science

If you are interested in this Biology Teacher role in an Upper School in Northampton starting in September please submit your CV. Shortlisted applicants will be contacted to discuss the next stages of the recruitment process.