Teacher of Biology

2 weeks ago

United Kingdom The Independent Schools Council Full time
St Leonards School - Teacher of Biology (With Additional Science)

Scotland

St Leonards School

Part-time

Summary

We are currently seeking to fill the position of Teacher of Biology (With Additional Science).

Detail

Job Purpose

The post of Teacher of Biology (With Additional Science) at St Leonard represents an outstanding opportunity for a first-rate teacher to teach Biology and Science at all levels.This is an exciting time to be joining St Leonards, a successful International Baccalaureate school, as it approaches its 150th anniversary and builds on its success as one of the UK’s leading independent schools.

Under the direction of the Head of Biology,the Teacher of Biology, will make an active contribution to the wider academic life and strategy of the School as it embarks on an ambitious development plan in time for the anniversary celebrations in 2027.

The Biology and Science department aims to develop enquiring minds, enriching their academic experience, whilst providing an engaging curriculum full of memorable experiences and rich opportunities for learning.As such, a passionate, lively and resourceful approach will be important, with an awareness and ability to challenge pupils w ith high expectations and aspirations.The Teacher of Biology should be able to teach a broad range of skills, techniques and subject knowledge within an interdisciplinary approach .As part of a small team, the successful candidate will help to make a positive difference in the IB and GCSE curriculum as well as to the lives of the pupils being taught.

Key Responsibilities:

  • To teach the Biology curriculum to an excellent standard and to promote and contribute to the overall provision within the Science Department, as well as to the School’s various curricular programmes
  • Organise classes and lessons to ensure that all pupils are productively employed when working individually, in groups or as a class.
  • To promote and maintain the high standards of pupil achievement and contribute to the development of outstanding teaching practice across the department
  • To continually update knowledge regarding ‘best practice’ in the teaching of Biology and Science through personal practice, research, and training
  • To use performance data for pupil target setting and progress monitoring
  • Manage pupil behaviour fairly, sensitively and consistently by the use of appropriate rewards and sanctions and know when it is necessary to seek advice.
  • Demonstrate an understanding of the IB programmes (DP, MYP, PYP) and UK educational systems (especially GCSE/IGCSE).

Further details and particulars of the role can be found in the candidate pack.

Benefits include

  • Generous remission on school fees for children of staff.
  • Teacher's Pension Scheme
  • Free lunches in school restaurant during term time
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Employee Assistance Programme

About St Leonards

St Leonards is a friendly and forward-looking independent, coeducational, boarding and day school situated on an historic campus at the heart of the university town of St Andrews. The school enjoys an unrivalled location - there are sandy beaches, world-class Links golf courses, and historic sites on its doorstep.

St Leonards delivers the inspiring, globally-recognised International Baccalaureate curriculum (which has been praised by university admissions officers for its focus on deepening learning learning, offering wider subject options, and enriching minds) for pupils aged five to 18, and was the first school to be accredited as an all-through IB school in Scotland.It is one of just two schools in the UK to actively offer all four IB programmes, ensuring a seamless learner journey.The youngest pupils follow the Primary Years Programme, which goes hand-in-hand with the vibrant Outdoor Learning programme at St Leonards. This is followed by the Middle Years Programme and (I)GCSEs. In the Sixth Form, pupils choose between the Career-related Programme and the Diploma Programme.

St Leonards enjoys a rich sporting heritage, and continues to boast a strong record of achievement with pupils representing the school nationally in golf, rugby, lacrosse, hockey, horse riding, and small-bore rifle shooting.The leading five-tier Golf Programme continues to go from strength to strength, the Duke of Edinburgh Award is the fastest growing of all Scottish independent schools, and an exciting calendar of trips and activities ensures pupils leave St Leonards equipped with the skills required to succeed in today’s ever-changing world. Truly an education ‘Ad Vitam’ (for life).

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