Maternity cover post teaching Biology at Sir Isaac Newton Sixth Form, a maths and science specialist sixth form within Inspiration Trust, on a fixed term running to February 2028 from January 2027. The work centres on teaching the curriculum, preparing pupils for exams, monitoring progress and acting as a form tutor. It suits either an experienced teacher or an early career teacher, on a full-time basis of 32.5 hours a week. Candidates must hold QTS or be on track for it before starting, and visa sponsorship is not available.
What the job involves
- Teach the curriculum, prepare pupils for examinations, and run interventions and revision lessons
- Plan collaboratively, set homework, adapt teaching for SEND and EAL pupils, and maintain high standards of pupil work
- Assess pupil progress, evaluate teaching approaches, and write reports and references
- Monitor and support pupil safeguarding, welfare, attendance, punctuality and behaviour
- Serve as form tutor, delivering pastoral programmes and supervising pupils
- Collaborate with the subject team and wider Trust Science team on curriculum approaches and Biology standards
- Motivate and challenge pupils and contribute to raising standards and attainment
- Maintain professional conduct and engage in performance management and professional development
- Collaborate with colleagues, external agencies and the Senior Leadership Team
- Attend meetings, quality assurance processes and school events outside normal hours
- Uphold the Trust and Academy's ethos, policies, procedures and health and safety standards
- Contribute to school life, including enrichment activities and departmental discussions on teaching methods
What’s required
Qualifications
- An appropriate degree and other qualifications required for the award of QTS
- Qualified Teacher Status, or on track to achieve it before taking up the post for trainees
Experience
- Teaching Biology in a secondary school across the 11-16 age range
- Wider teacher role in pupils' personal development, including form tutor responsibilities
Skills & knowledge
- Knowledge of statutory requirements on equal opportunities, health and safety, SEND and child protection
- Subject knowledge to at least undergraduate degree level and varied teaching approaches
- Communicating effectively and building positive relationships with pupils, parents, colleagues and the community
Checks & eligibility
- Enhanced DBS check
- Satisfactory references
Other
- Commitment to changing lives and outcomes for young people
- Empathy, patience, creativity and adaptability in teaching
- Positive role model committed to own continuous learning
Nice to have
- Postgraduate qualification in Biology or in the teaching of Biology
- Experience teaching Biology in a sixth form or further education setting
- Experience as a form tutor supporting pupils' wider personal development
- Experience examining Biology for an exam board
- Offering extra-curricular or enrichment activities
- Using digital platforms to create and share teaching and assessment resources
What’s offered
- Generous annual leave
- Teachers' Pension Scheme with excellent employer contributions
- Health plan and employee assistance programme, including 24/7 virtual GP access and mental health support (terms apply)
- Cycle-to-work scheme, retail and theatre discounts, and gym and dentist memberships (terms apply)
- Salary sacrifice options, including home technology (terms apply)
- Free parking at most sites
- Personalised CPD and development programmes
- Structured and specific induction programme
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Teacher (Biology) (Maternity Cover) employer: Sir Isaac Newton Sixth Form Free School
At Sir Isaac Newton Sixth Form, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that fosters a vibrant and supportive work culture. Our commitment to professional development ensures that teachers have access to tailored growth opportunities, while our collaborative environment encourages innovation and excellence in education. Located in the heart of Norwich, you will be part of a highly successful institution recognised for its outstanding achievements, where your contributions can truly make a difference in the lives of young people.
Contact Details:
Sir Isaac Newton Sixth Form Free School Recruitment Team
