Head of Biology
- location Lewisham
- contract type Full-time
- contract terms Long-term
- salary £40,317 to £62,496 per year
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- Apply by 03 January 2026
- Job start 05 Jan 2026
- Job end Ongoing
Smart Teachers are seeking an exceptional Head of Biology to join a distinguished independent school in South East London from January to July 2026
About the role
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Lead the Biology department, ensuring high standards of teaching and learning
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Teach Biology across GCSE and A Level
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Oversee curriculum planning, assessment and departmental development
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Contribute to whole‑school initiatives and pastoral responsibilities
About the school
The school is well known for its academic ambition, nurturing ethos and commitment to developing confident, intellectually curious young people. With excellent facilities, modern laboratories and a highly engaged student body, the successful candidate will join a collaborative environment where innovative teaching is encouraged and supported.
Requirements
To be considered for the role of Head of Biology you will:
- A skilled Biology teacher with strong subject knowledge
- Previous leadership experience preferred; outstanding practitioners looking to step up are welcome to apply
- Able to inspire students and contribute to an ambitious academic culture
- Committed to promoting a positive learning environment and supporting the wider life of the school
Salary is dependent on experience, training or qualifications. The minimum experience, training or qualifications required for this position are:
- Suitable teaching experience
Smart Teachers is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. We take our responsibilities extremely seriously. All staff we register will undertake thorough interviewing and referencing checks and hold, or be prepared to undergo, an Enhanced DBS check that must be registered on the Update Service.
About Smart Teachers
Smart Teachers is a market-leading education recruitment and supply agency committed to the learning and development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high-quality primary, secondary and SEND teaching and support staff.
What Smart Teachers offer
As a valued employee of Smart Teachers, you will receive:
- Excellent daily rates paid weekly by our in-house Payroll team using the Pay As You Earn (PAYE) system.
- Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability and qualifying criteria).
- Pension contributions (subject to a qualifying period).
- Full compliance with AWR (Agency Workers’ Regulations), to make sure you get the pay and working conditions you are entitled to.
- FREE training to help with your professional development such as Team Teach training, online webinars and safeguarding and child protection updates.
- Generous refer a friend or colleague bonus scheme.
- Access to a dedicated consultant, who will provide ongoing support.
Smart Teachers do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.
How to apply
Apply via this website with an up-to-date CV and contact details. For more information, or an informal chat about the role, please call Daniel Uwaifo on 020 7065 7500 or email [email protected].