Head of Biology

We are seeking an academically strong Biologist with clear teaching pedagogy and a track record of excellence in the classroom. They will have an understanding of how to organise, support, resource, manage, and inspire a department. They will have experience of raising pupil achievement, and will relish the opportunity to model excellence in the teaching and leadership of Biology across Key Stages 3, 4 and 5. 

The successful candidate will be joining and leading an enthusiastic, well-qualified and committed team of Biologists who are keen to share and develop their own classroom practice. They will be responsible for the progress of pupils taking Biology across Years 7 to 13. They will be confident in the use of academic data as a supportive tool to track and encourage pupil progress, and inform positive intervention in collaboration with colleagues, pupils and parents as appropriate. 

Academic leadership is at the core of this role, although the successful candidate will also be expected to value, support and contribute to the wider life of a thriving independent school.

Working in a professional, welcoming and dynamic environment, you will ensure each pupil is nurtured and encouraged to reach their full potential.  As well as a genuine passion for excellence in academic and pastoral care, and inspired by our School’s values, all teachers are expected to contribute to our outstanding variety of co-curriculum and supra-curriculum activities.

In addition to a competitive salary, we are committed to the wellbeing and development of all our staff, promoting continuous professional development, pension, staff discount, membership of the superb Sir Ben Ainslie Sports Centre and free lunchtime meals.

Closing date for applications: Tuesday 1 February, 2022. 

All applications must be made using a Truro School application form. 

Interviews will be held on Friday 11 February, 2022.

Application forms must be completed in full and returned by post or e-mail to:

Mrs Joanna Wood, HR Advisor, Truro School, Trennick Lane, Truro, TR1 1TH

Email: recruitment@truroschool.com 

Tel: 01872 272763

Truro School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening including checks with past employers and DBS. 

We embrace diversity and promote equality of opportunity and welcome applications from all sections of the community.