Teacher of Biology

Job Summary

Contract Type:

Temporary

Working Pattern:

Full time

Advert Start Date:

16/12/2014

Advert End Date:

Closed for applications on 23/01/2015 12:00

Salary:

MPS £22,023 - £32,187

Job Category:

Schools - Teaching

Vacancy ID:

134880

Employment Location:

St Leonard’s Catholic School

Number of posts:

Closing date:

23 Jan

Further Information

Required from 3rd February 2015 until 10th July 2015 to teach Science at KS3 and Biology at KS4 and preferably to A level.
CES application form and further details are available from:
St. Leonard’s Catholic School, North, End, Durham DH1 4NG
admin@st-leonards.durham.sch.uk (Telephone: 0191 3848575)
Details are also available on the school website: www.st-leonards.durham.sch.uk. Completed application forms should be returned to the school.

• Ability to teach National Curriculum Science to Key Stages 3 and 4
• Ability to teach GCSE, AS and A2 courses in Biology
• Ability to communicate effectively with adults and young people
• Awareness of different teaching and learning styles
• Ability to maintain a good learning environment
• Hardworking and able to meet the demands of the post
• Able to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Able to inspire young people in Biology
• Able to organise resources, including time
• Having a caring concern for the welfare of pupils
• Be committed to excellent achievement for every pupil
• Communicate a passion for the subject
• Support and promote the ethos of the school
• Be willing to contribute to the wider life of the school

Essential Qualifications: Qualified teacher status, Teaching qualification (or on course to obtain one), Good Honours Degree appropriate to post.

Durham County Council is an Equal Opportunities Employer. We want to develop a more diverse workforce and we positively welcome applications from all sections of the community.
Applicants with disabilities will be invited for interview if the essential job criteria are met.

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. Any offer of employment will be subject to receipt of a satisfactory DBS Enhanced Disclosure.

This post is not open to job share.

St Leonard’s Catholic School
North End
Durham
DH1 4NG

Tel. No. 0191 3848575