Teacher of Biology

North Halifax Grammar School Required from September 2026 TEACHER OF BIOLOGY From September 2026 - 1.0 FTE, permanent Main Pay Scale The Academy is looking to appoint an energetic and well-qualified Science Teacher to join a strong department in a highly academic school. The ideal candidate would be able to teach across Key Stages 3 and 4, and teach KS5 either immediately or in the near future and would be keen to work at the highest level of secondary school science. Successful applicants will be joining a well-established Science Faculty with strong leadership and experienced teachers. They will be supported in the role with in-school training and a supportive department. The candidate must be: An inspirational teacher. Driven in their relentless pursuit of the highest standards across the department. Highly organised and meticulous. Creative and imaginative. Most of our KS4 students complete AQA Biology, Chemistry and Physics (separate GCSE sciences), with a small number opting to study AQA Combined Science (trilogy). Almost all are entered for Higher Tier. The A level specifications offered at NHGS are: AQA Biology, OCR Chemistry, OCR A Physics. A person specification for the role can be found in the attached job description. Applicants are welcome to arrange a visit or discussion about the role prior to applying. Benefits As an employee at NHGS you will be part of the West Yorkshire Pension Scheme (for associate staff) and Teachers Pension (for teaching staff) for which the Academy pays a substantial contribution into on your behalf for your retirement. You will also receive an employee benefit as a member of Medicash who offer an Employee Assistance Programme and Health Cash Plan from the date your employment commences. It is an offence to apply for this role if you are barred from engaging in Regulated Activity relevant to children. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. An offer of employment will be subject to the receipt of a satisfactory enhanced level DBS disclosure with a children’s barred list check, two satisfactory references and successful completion of vetting procedures. In accordance with the statutory guidance Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), an online search will be conducted as part of due diligence on shortlisted candidates and a social media check will be required as a condition of employment. We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion, and warmly welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds.