Teacher of Biology (Maternity Cover)

To start in January 2025, we are seeking an exceptional Teacher of Biology who is able to develop and inspire our pupils, and who wishes to participate in and contribute to the life of the School as a whole.

This role will be fixed term to act as maternity cover between January and August 2025.

THE ROLE

We are seeking a committed and highly competent classroom teacher who is also able to contribute their own particular strengths and skills to the future development of the department.

Should you be successful, you will be required to carry out the general professional duties of a school teacher under the reasonable direction of the Head and to perform such particular duties that from time to time may reasonably be assigned to you by the Head. You would teach approximately 42 periods per fortnight in addition to committing to contribute to the co-curricular life and pastoral support provided by the School.

For full details of an overview of the School, details of the responsibilities and requirements for the role including the benefits on offer, please see the Information Pack available on our website.

THE DEPARTMENT

Biology, a cornerstone of the Science Department, is housed in the purpose-built SciTec building, completed in 2016 to bring about Oundle School's vision of a STEM campus.

With its team of nine teachers, supported by three experienced technicians, practical work plays a key role in engaging and enthusing pupils. Teaching has a 'learning-first' approach and we are an inspiring department at the forefront of our craft.

The Biology Department recognises its role in preparing future leaders and scientists for the global challenges we face. We encourage pupils to explore Biology beyond the syllabus, enthusing them at an early stage with an exciting programme at KS3 and exposing them to ideas outside the curriculum. Many pupils participate in the various Biology Challenge and Olympiad competitions; there are dissection clubs and lecture series. Others, as senior pupils, lead clubs and societies, exploring their personal interests. Supporting all of this is the enthusiasm of department colleagues, with their complementary skills and interests, experience and expertise, contributing to an exciting workplace.

THE TOWN

Oundle is a historic market town in Northamptonshire, famous for its beautiful Georgian streets and impressive limestone buildings. The town has a spirited cultural life, with an annual international festival, literature festival, and frequent performances of nationally touring shows at the School's Stahl theatre. The town has a range of independent shops, coffee houses, pubs and eateries. Encircled by the river Nene, the town is also blessed to be surrounded by beautiful countryside with many picturesque villages nearby.

If you are excited by this opportunity, please visit our website via the apply button to complete an application form. Please note CV submissions cannot be accepted.

Closing date: 9.00am on Wednesday 20 November 2024.

Interview date: To be arranged with shortlisted applicants.

Oundle School and Laxton Junior School are proud to be equal opportunity employers and we welcome applications from all. Both Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.