Drapers’ Academy seeks to appoint a dynamic and enthusiastic Head of Biology to join our supportive science faculty. This role is suitable for a teacher looking to advance their career or an experienced teacher/Head of Department capable of leading a team of committed teachers and inspiring future science educators. Leadership experience is not essential, but applicants must demonstrate the skills necessary to lead a department. This is an exciting opportunity to develop biology across all Key Stages at the Academy. Biology is one of the most popular subjects at A Level, with many students progressing to university study.
The successful candidate will:
* Have a track record of excellent teaching and learning.
* Possess in-depth subject knowledge.
* Be inspiring, dynamic, and passionate about teaching.
* Identify and promote extracurricular opportunities for all students.
* Promote the ethos and values of respect, kindness, and purposefulness within the school.
* Have the right to work in the UK.
Drapers’ Academy has much to offer:
* Summer 2024: Best ever GCSE and A Level results
* Nationally recognised GCSE progress
* March 2020: Ofsted Good for all aspects including the Sixth Form
* A clear vision to deliver high standards of education and serve our community
* State-of-the-art campus surrounded by acres of countryside
* Committed sponsors: The Drapers Company and Queen Mary University
* Fully subscribed through the school
* An environment that promotes innovation
* Opportunities to teach across KS3, 4, and 5
* Free access to the Employee Assistance Programme for support and advice
* Centralised detention model
* Supportive Senior Leadership Team
* Our own 6th Form area dedicated to A Level teaching
* Membership of the Havering Teacher Training Partnership and the Ambition Institute for staff development
* Investment in professional development through Instructional Coaching
* Staff access to our gym
* Close to the M25 (Junction 28, Brentwood) and A12, with ample secure parking
* Short bus journey from Harold Wood train station and Elizabeth line tube station
It is our practice to recruit staff directly rather than through agency placement. We welcome visits to the school prior to application; please contact slucey@drapersacademy.com to arrange.
Closing date: 9.00am on Monday, 12th May 2025.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early upon successful appointment.
Drapers’ Multi-Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. Appointments are subject to enhanced DBS clearance, online checks, and other employment checks.
Safeguarding
Havering Schools are dedicated to safeguarding and expect all staff to uphold this commitment. We comply with the Department for Education’s ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ guidance. Applicants shortlisted for interview will need to submit a self-declaration of criminal records or relevant information prior to interview, with online checks possible.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974; the successful candidate will require an enhanced DBS disclosure. Having a criminal record does not necessarily disqualify an applicant.
Equal Opportunities
Havering Schools promote equality of opportunity and treatment for all, regardless of gender, marital status, race, ethnicity, disability, age, sexual orientation, religious or political beliefs, or trade union activities. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.
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