Location: Ferndown
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent
Salary: Lead Practitioner Scale + TLR

An outstanding school in Ferndown is seeking an exceptional Biology teacher to take up a Lead Practitioner role in Science. This is an excellent opportunity for a subject specialist to model high-impact teaching and drive improvement across the faculty.

Why This School?

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A strong Science department with a commitment to excellence and equity

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Well-equipped laboratories and a highly skilled technician team

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Opportunities to lead on pedagogy, mentoring, and curriculum development

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Focus on evidence-based practice and continuous improvement

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A culture of professional development and innovation

Your Role Will Include:

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Teaching Biology to a high standard across KS3-KS5

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Supporting the development of Biology and Science staff through coaching and training

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Contributing to curriculum planning and assessment design

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Leading on Science-specific teaching and learning initiatives

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Sharing best practice across departments and within whole-school CPD

You Will Need:

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QTS and a Biology specialism with excellent subject knowledge

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A track record of excellent student outcomes

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The ability to lead by example and support colleagues in their professional growth

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A deep interest in educational research and pedagogy

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Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain one)