Teacher of Biology

Bristol Grammar School is looking to appoint an enthusiastic and innovative teacher to join our Biology department for a one year fixed-term contract from September 2024, to cover a maternity leave. This is a part-time contract (0.5 FTE).

Science at BGS is thriving and the three science departments work closely to ensure the very best provision for our pupils. The ethos of the Biology department is to deliver fun and engaging teaching that instil a passionate interest in the living world, whilst at the same time providing students with the optimum exam preparation.

The person appointed will be expected to be able to teach Biology from Year 7 through to A Level. In addition the department offers IB Biology at both Standard and Higher Level and there may be opportunity for the right candidate to teach this course or be trained to do so.

Many teachers within the Biology department will teach one or more of the other science disciplines, depending on the needs of the School. Therefore, the ability to teach either Chemistry or Physics to GCSE will be an advantage.

Please check the Job Description for more details.

About Bristol Grammar School (BGS)

BGS is a large and thriving school with approximately 1,350 pupils aged between 4 to 18. We value our warm, vibrant and positive learning community, a place where pupils become accountable for themselves, responsible for others and empowered to have a voice and a role in the many activities and endeavours that make our School such a unique and exciting place.

School Mission

To provide an exceptional and rounded education to those who might benefit from it, regardless of their background and financial means.

We welcome applicants from all communities, and particularly from individuals who may not previously have thought of applying to a school such as ours.

Equal Opportunities

The School is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to equality of opportunity for all staff. Applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage / civil partnerships.

Safeguarding

Bristol Grammar School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. In accordance with our Child Protection Policy we are unable to process applications without a fully completed application form. The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. All convictions, cautions and bind-overs, including those regarded as spent must be declared when applying. The applicant may post such a declaration in an envelope marked Private & confidential for the Headmaster which will only be opened should the candidate be shortlisted. The successful applicant must obtain List 99 clearance and DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) clearance at enhanced level. This role involves engaging in regulated activity relevant to children, it is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.