Teacher of Biology (Maternity Cover)

Job Description

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and talented teacher to join a thriving Biology Department to cover a period of maternity leave until Easter 2026.

This cover position is fixed-term and part-time, with a starting timetable in the region of 12 periods per week for the remainder of the current academic year (out of a possible 30 periods for a full-time member of staff). The timetable is expected to increase in September 2025 to be in the region of 18 periods per week.

We are looking for the successful applicant to commence in either April 2025 or September 2025 up until Easter 2026. There is a potential opportunity that this role could be combined with the part-time Teacher of Psychology maternity cover position.

The successful applicant will be able to demonstrate extensive subject knowledge and a real enthusiasm for science and biology in particular, alongside a meticulous and professional approach to their teaching. A commitment to involvement in extracurricular activities and curriculum enrichment, is essential.

Main Responsibilities

• Planning, preparing and teaching the classes assigned to him/her, using a range of strategies for teaching and classroom management to ensure that individual learning needs are met.
• Ensuring that marking of students’ work is both regular and thorough and that full records are kept.
• To regularly monitor the progress of all students in their teaching groups, taking account of individual learning needs to have a positive impact on student progress.
• Keeping abreast of current thinking and development in the subject area.
• Assisting the Head of Department with the development of appropriate syllabuses, schemes of work and teaching styles.
• Contributing to the pastoral care and personal development of students.
• Contributing to whole school activities of clubs and expeditions.

What we offer

• Competitive salaries
• Generous holiday entitlement
• Staff may join a group personal pension scheme
• Diverse training and professional development programme
• Employee Assistance Programme – offering free and confidential advice
• Free use of the Sports Centre facilities including a fitness suite, ergo suite and group cycle studio
• Award-winning free school lunch, plus refreshments available in the staff room during the day and after school
• On-site parking
• Cycle to work scheme
• Free eye tests and annual flu vaccination
• Access to well-stocked school library
• Access to wide range of school events

How to apply

To apply for this position, please read the full job details in the candidate pack and submit an completed an application form. Completed application forms should be submitted with a brief supporting letter addressed to Mrs Rebecca Dougall, Headmistress, should be submitted via email (recruitment@shsk.org.uk) in the first instance and then sent to:

Human Resources Department
St Helen and St Katharine
Faringdon Road
Abingdon
Oxfordshire
OX14 1BE

The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.