2 i/c Biology
Ashmole Academy, London, N14 5RJ18 days remaining to apply
Start date details
September 2025
Closing date
22 April 2025 at 9am
Date listed
31 March 2025
Job details
Job role
- Teacher
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 3, Key stage 4, Key stage 5
Subject
- Biology
Working pattern
- Full time (Can be done as a job share)
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- £36,413 to £53,994
Additional allowances
TLR 2(1) (£3,391)
What skills and experience we're looking for
Are you a talented Biology teacher ready to take your first step into leadership? Ashmole Academy, a high-achieving, mixed comprehensive school in North London is seeking a dynamic and passionate second in charge of Biology.
The Science Faculty at Ashmole Academy has a well-established collaborative team, who are committed to fostering a curiosity in our students for science in the world around us. Our science curriculum encourages students to think like scientists whilst developing their knowledge and skills as we seek to inspire the next generation of science specialists.
Biology is a popular subject within the Science Faculty and has a proven track record of high academic outcomes at GCSE and A Level. Many of our Biology students go on to study at Russell Group universities. As second in charge of Biology you will work closely with the Head of Biology to create a culture of excellence, aspiration and care within the Science Faculty.
Our Science team constantly contributes towards pedagogical improvements across the school and they strive to offer students an engaging curriculum. This is complemented by a strong extra-curricular provision, including MedSoc and Scholar’s programme.
In 2024, at GCSE more than two thirds of our separate science students achieved at least a Grade 8, and approximately 30% achieved a Grade 9. Approximately three quarters of our combined sciencestudents achieved a grade 5 or above. At A-Level, approximately 60% of students achieved A*-B and 25% achieved A*-A in Biology.
What the school offers its staff
Ashmole Academy is a high performing and heavily oversubscribed local comprehensive school in North London, situated near Southgate Underground Station. The school prides itself on maintaining a high level of mutual respect between students and all staff, and continues to support other schools as a Behaviour Hub lead school. We celebrate diversity and have been awarded a Gold Equalities Award as a recognition of our commitment to equality.
Benefits of working for our school:
- Access to high quality career development pathways, including a personalised induction plan, with opportunities to take on additional responsibilities within a large and well-resourced school.
- Extensive professional development to ensure high quality teaching through INSET days, themed whole school meetings, support in completing national professional qualifications and departmental meetings with a focus on training.
- A ‘rarely-cover’ policy
- A focus on wellbeing led by a staff wellbeing committee, promoting activities such as golden week, subsidised yoga and staff social activities.
- Flexible working opportunities at a family friendly school, which includes a Primary School on site.
- On site Starbucks as well as over 150 car park spaces and electric charging bays.
- Opportunities to be part of a range of school trips including destinations in Europe and the USA.
If you would like to apply and would like to visit the school first, please contact Charlotte Low to arrange a school visit clc@ashmoleacademy.org
Please visit our website for more information https://www.ashmoleacademy.org and we look forward to receiving your application.
Closing Date: Tuesday 22nd April 2025*
*The School reserves the right to interview candidates ahead of the closing date and applications will be considered as they are received.
Equality, diversity and inclusion are essential elements of our culture. We strive to create a work environment in which all individuals are treated fairly and with respect and have equal access to opportunities and resources.
Commitment to safeguarding
Ashmole is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment
Applying for the job
Apply for the job by following the link below.
CVs are not accepted.
About Ashmole Academy
- School type
- Academy, ages 11 to 18
- Education phase
- Secondary
- School size
- 1878 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 18
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Ashmole Academy website
- Email address
- clc@ashmoleacademy.org
- Phone number
- 020 8361 2703
Ashmole Academy Trust was formed in 2015 building upon the success of Ashmole Academy and its tradition of outstanding school performance. The trust currently consists of a primary and secondary school.
Ashmole Academy has a forward looking and innovative approach to all areas of school life and demand high standards of achievement. The school has an excellent reputation within the local community with strong support from Governors and Parents and a dedicated and highly motivated team of staff. We currently have approximately 1900 pupils with a growing and vibrant 6th Form of approximately 600. Our examination results are consistently outstanding and the Academy remains heavily oversubscribed every year.
Arranging a visit to Ashmole Academy
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email clc@ashmoleacademy.org.
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