Teacher of Science, Biology preferred
Darrick Wood School, Orpington, Kent, BR6 8ER4 days remaining to apply
Start date details
September 2026
Closing date
15 May 2026 at 11:59pm
Date listed
11 May 2026
Job details
Job role
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Subjects
- Biology, Science
Working pattern
- Part time, full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- £37,870.00 - £56,154.00 Annually (FTE) MPS/UPS
Teacher of Science, Biology preferred job summary
The Science Faculty
There are thirteen modern laboratories, most of which have been newly refurbished, to provide an efficient and pleasant working environment. Some laboratories have a fume cupboard and all laboratories are connected to the school’s computer network. All laboratories are fitted with new BenQ Interactive boards.
There are eighteen science teachers and three technicians under the direction of three Heads of Department.
Although there are discrete Biology, Chemistry and Physics departments, the communal office and staff room ensure that there is a free exchange of ideas. This arrangement has done much to foster the hardworking, mutually supportive and friendly atmosphere that characterises the Faculty.
Wherever possible staff teach their specialist subject at Key Stage 4 and Key Stage 5. In Key Stage 3 pupils learn Science as a combination of topics based on Exploring Science and Collins materials.
The examination results at GCSE are excellent (well above National and Borough averages) and our Advanced level results are also very good. We are striving to improve all our results still further. The Science Faculty GCSE results are amongst the best of any comprehensive school in Bromley.
SOWs at KS3 draw heavily on Exploring Science resources but are designed by HODs, taking materials from a wide range of other sources. At GCSE students follow AQA Separate GCSEs in Biology, Chemistry and Physics or Combined Science (AQA Trilogy syllabus) for double award. All pupils are entered for GCSE.
At Advanced level all three Departments study OCR Sciences. Our results are very good and our expectation of 100% pass rate is rarely disappointed. Science A level groups have been growing steadily over recent years and now all three subjects usually run at least two good sized classes in the Sixth Form. In addition, we offer Level 3 BTEC in Applied Science.
The Post
An exceptional opportunity has arisen for a dedicated and highly qualified Biology specialist to join our team.
In addition to the curricular requirements, the person appointed would act as a Form Tutor and offer extra-curricular activities.
Job Description/Person Specification
The person appointed to this post will:
- Have excellent subject knowledge
- Be a good/outstanding classroom teacher
- Be enthusiastic and energetic
- Be able to teach students of all abilities across Key Stages 3-4, and preferably key stage 5
- Have an enthusiasm for the subject and the desire and ability to convey this to students
- Demonstrate a good understanding of issues relating to technological advances
- Be highly motivated and committed to working as a team
- Ensure all students make good progress and reach their potential
- Monitor students’ progress via regular assessment, feedback and marking Provide appropriate support and promote high attainment in public examinations
- Have a knowledge of IT and its use in teaching
- Possess clear and effective communication skills
- Have a commitment to equal opportunities
- Demonstrate a commitment to continuous professional development
- Support the development of students’ communication skills and promote their acquisition of lifelong learning skills
- Be committed to extra-curricular activities
- Ensure the needs of all students are met, including students with special educational needs and disabilities
- Contribute to the wider life of the school
- Work productively and co-operatively with the line manager.
Darrick Wood School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.
Full information on the attached candidate pack
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.
Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.
Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children
You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
Applying for the job
This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
View advert on external website (opens in new tab)About Darrick Wood School
- School type
- Academies, ages 11 to 18
- Education phase
- Secondary school
- School size
- 1687 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 18
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Darrick Wood School website
You will be working in a forward looking and supportive school with successful and committed staff. Darrick Wood is an oversubscribed and successful 11-18 ten form entry mixed comprehensive academy, housed in modern buildings on an attractive site. The School consistently achieves excellent results and was judged to be ‘good’ in all areas in its OFSTED inspection in May 2024. The School was awarded the World Class Schools Quality Mark in 2015 and again in 2018 and 2021. The School provides excellent opportunities for career development and a full support programme for all new staff. All staff have access to sports facilities, and a private employee assistance programme.
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