School
Cranleigh School
Salary
Competitive
Working hours
Full time
Application Deadline
Monday, October 13, 2025
Job Summary
Cranleigh seeks to appoint, starting January 2026, a strong honours graduate to teach Biology. Depending on their experience, the successful candidate will teach a selection of classes in Biology from years 9 to 13 in a lively and ambitious Department, as well as taking a full part in the life of this busy and friendly boarding school. The post will run for at least two terms and potentially three terms.
The Department is accommodated in a superb, dedicated facility with four laboratories and a well-appointed prep room. There are currently seven teachers in the Department and a full-time technician. The team is a friendly and open one, committed to providing all pupils with the opportunity to fulfil their potential. Weekly Department meetings allow colleagues to share good practice and discuss both curricular and school-wide issues.
We are looking for an energetic character who can effectively communicate their enthusiasm for Biology with humour, patience and skill. The successful candidate will have an excellent knowledge of, and enthusiasm for, the subject and is likely to hold a good honours degree in Biology (or another closely related subject). They will be self-motivated and will relish the challenge presented by being part of a highly successful Department. A commitment to pupils, the Department and the wider life of the School, plus a firm grasp of curricular developments, are important, as are empathy, organisation, collegiality, a sense of humour and the ability to sustain and enhance the Department's delivery of Biology.
The ideal candidate will be flexible, adaptable, innovative and a good team player.
In addition, they will be expected to get involved in all aspects of this busy boarding school, including acting as a tutor to a group of students within a House. This would normally include one evening duty per week. All teachers are expected to contribute to the School's co-curricular programme alongside their academic responsibilities.
Please read 'Join our team' on our website, which will provide an impression of the ethos to which it is expected that the successful candidate will contribute.
If you have any questions or would like to discuss any aspect of the post informally, please get in touch with Mr Will Irving, Head of Science and Head of Biology, by email in the first instance:
For further details about the role please see the Job Description below. To apply, please click on the yellow 'Apply Now' button in the top right corner.
Candidates are requested to submit a brief letter of application (no more than one side of A4), and as soon as possible and no later than 9:00 am on Monday 13th October 2025. Applications are considered as they are received and therefore the vacancy may close sooner than advertised.
Cranleigh School recognises the positive value of diversity, promotes equality and challenges discrimination. We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds.
All applicants must have the right to work in the UK.
The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post holder will be subject to a DBS check
Job Profile
About us
Cranleigh aims to educate children in a truly holistic sense, providing every opportunity for pupils to discover and nurture their talents and passions. We want every pupil in our care to flourish. Above all, we want Cranleighans to go out into the world as Thinking, Being, Giving individuals.
* Thinking: reflects our style of teaching which aims to provide pupils with a questioning mindset and the skills to think and problem solve.
* Being: is who we are and how we are. Our culture aims to nurture in pupils the core human qualities that enable communities to thrive and support one another
* Giving: is our hope that Cranleighans grow to recognise their privilege and go out into the world ready to give back and help to create meaningful change.
Our core values of service, leadership, relationships and excellence underpin all elements of boarding life and education. In the classroom, on the sports field, in the rehearsal studios and creative spaces, we uphold a desire to nurture students with a sense of self-belief supported by a strong moral compass.
SERVICE
We encourage an attitude of service to each other and to our wider community. We recognise our privileges and our responsibility to give back.
RELATIONSHIPS
We foster strong relationships in our inclusive boarding community. We believe children flourish in safe, supportive environments.
LEADERSHIP
We nurture a spirit of openness, integrity and thoroughness in everything we do, equipping Cranleighans with the knowledge and skills to make a mark on the world. We endeavour to be viewed as leaders in holistic boarding education.
EXCELLENCE
We strive for excellence in everything we do, and aspire to be recognised for our educational vision and the personal qualities of our students.
Contact Details
If you have any questions about this role, or wish to discuss please contact us by email at or by telephone on