Head of Biology

Devonport High School for Girls, Plymouth, Devon, PL2 3DL

3 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 September 2023

• Closing date

  27 March 2023 at 9am

• Date listed

  3 March 2023

Job details

• Job role:
  • Head of year, department, curriculum or phase
• Key stage: Key stage 3, Key stage 4, Key stage 5
• Subject: Biology
• Working pattern:
  • Full time - 1.0FTE
• Contract type: Permanent
• Pay scale: MPS/UPS
• Additional allowances:

  TLR 2B

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are looking to appoint an inspiring, well-qualified Teacher of Biology to lead and further develop our Biology Department. The successful candidate will have a passion for teaching and learning, and the ability to lead innovation.

The post holder will be required to teach Biology at GCSE and A Level, and have a proven record of success supporting students to achieve the highest grades and to pursue careers in Science.

What the school offers its staff

DHSG is one of the country’s highest performing state schools. The school has strong international links and creates successful, happy young people who have the skills to carry out leading roles in the world. If you have the energy, skills and motivation to join us and make a difference we would welcome an application from you.

Commitment to safeguarding

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced check by the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Applying for the job

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Please download the application form using the link below, and once completed send to recruitment@dhsg.co.uk

Upload additional documents

If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.

Job Description - Head of Biology - February 2023.pdf - 389 KB (opens in new tab)

Person Spec -Head of Biology -February 2023.pdf - 370 KB (opens in new tab)

Candidate Information Pack - Head of Biology -February 23.pdf - 839 KB (opens in new tab)

About Devonport High School for Girls

• School type: Academy, ages 11 to 18
• Education phase: Secondary
• School size: 821 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 18
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report (opens in new tab)
• School website: Devonport High School for Girls website (opens in new tab)
• Email address: recruitment@dhsg.co.uk
• Phone number: 01752 705024
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/devonport-high-school-for-girls-plymouth (opens in new tab)

A highly successful and oversubscribed 11-18 selective grammar school

Arranging a visit to Devonport High School for Girls

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email recruitment@dhsg.co.uk.

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