Biology Teacher - Independent Girls' School - Central...

A leading independent Girls' School in Central Gosforth, renowned for its outstanding Science provision and excellent placement record for Medicine/STEM courses, requires a dedicated Biology Teacher for a Maternity Cover, Part-Time (0.6 FTE) role, starting January 2026.

Compensation & Contract

• Job Title: Biology Teacher
• Contract: Maternity Cover, Part-Time (0.6 FTE)
• Start Date: January 2026
• Salary: Pro-rata competitive independent school salary scale.

The Role

• The successful Biology Teacher will focus primarily on delivering high-quality Biology lessons up to A-Level, while also contributing to Key Stage 3 Science.
• You will be immediately supported by the Head of Science and a dedicated senior colleague, ensuring a smooth transition into the department for the Biology Teacher.
• The Biology Teacher is responsible for overseeing engaging, high-level practical sessions and fostering scientific curiosity among the girls across all key stages.
• This part-time cover role offers an excellent opportunity for a Biology Teacher seeking a flexible timetable in a top-tier academic setting.
• The school expects the Biology Teacher to be a visible presence, contributing to the strong academic culture on teaching days.
• As the Biology Teacher, you will be involved in marking, assessment, and resource planning on a pro-rata basis.

Requirements

• Holds QTS
• Has the right to work in the UK
• Experience teaching KS3/4 and or KS5

About the School This school is highly respected in the North East for its outstanding academic results, particularly in Science, and its commitment to empowering young women to pursue challenging university pathways.