Biology Teacher - Secondary School - Portsmouth

Are you an enthusiastic Biology Teacher looking for a permanent position where you can inspire students to understand the science behind the world around them? A secondary school in Portsmouth is seeking a committed Biology Teacher to join its Science department.

• Biology Teacher Role

• Teaching Biology and Science across KS3 and KS4

• Portsmouth

• MPS1 – UPS3 Salary

• Full-time, Permanent

• ASAP Start

The successful candidate will join a dedicated Science department and will be responsible for teaching Biology across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4. You will deliver lessons covering areas such as cells, genetics, ecology, human biology and other elements of the secondary Biology curriculum.

The school is looking for a teacher who can combine strong subject knowledge with engaging classroom practice. Students should be encouraged to ask questions, investigate scientific ideas and understand how Biology relates to real-world situations.

You will plan and deliver lessons for a range of abilities and will use assessment to identify gaps in knowledge and inform future teaching. GCSE experience will be particularly important, as the successful candidate will support students in preparing for their examinations.

You will also contribute to practical Science where appropriate, working with colleagues to ensure students develop confidence in applying scientific knowledge.

Biology Teacher - School Information

This is an established secondary school in Portsmouth with a strong focus on academic progress, positive behaviour and student wellbeing.

The Science department works collaboratively to provide students with a broad and engaging curriculum. Teachers are encouraged to share resources and good practice while maintaining high expectations across all year groups.

The school provides a supportive environment for staff and places importance on continued professional development. The successful Biology Teacher will have opportunities to develop their teaching practice and contribute to wider departmental activities.

Biology Teacher - Experience and Qualifications

• Biology degree or closely related Science degree

• QTS or recognised teaching qualification

• Experience teaching Biology at secondary level

• Ability to teach KS3 and KS4 Science/Biology

• GCSE Biology experience

• Strong practical and theoretical subject knowledge

• Confidence delivering practical scientific activities

• Effective classroom management

• Ability to differentiate lessons

• Strong communication skills

• Commitment to student progress

Salary

The salary for this Biology Teacher position will be paid to scale on MPS/UPS, depending on experience and qualifications.

Application

Please send your application for this Biology Teacher position through as soon as possible. The school is looking to arrange interviews promptly and is keen to appoint a suitable teacher for an ASAP start.