Biology Teacher, Barking and Dagenham

 Chemistry Teacher

• Full-time
• September 2026 - 1 year 
• 1 term
• Biology to KS5
• Mixed Secondary School
• MPS Inner London
• ECTs welcome to apply

A Good secondary school in East London are looking for a qualified Biology Teacher to join their school on full-time Maternity contract for a year starting in September 2026. 

The Role

In this role you will be teaching General Science and Biology to KS5. You will join a supportive and dynamic Science Department which benefit from the school’s Mathematics & Science Specialism with 15 modern and well-equipped laboratories. Computers in multiple laboratories and mobile wireless laptops with data-logging facilities places the Science Department at the cutting edge of science information technology. 

At Key Stage 3, pupils are given a solid foundation in the Science National Curriculum which is developed further at GCSE when alternative courses are available, including Separate Sciences. Many students take Biology, Chemistry, Physics at 'A' Level achieving above average grades. The school also offers a BTEC in applied science which you will be involved in teaching.

The school are looking for a teacher with the following:

• Qualified Teacher Status
• Science Specialism (Biology)
• A proactive and engaging teaching approach
• Understanding of the requirements for high-quality teaching
• Ability to use ICT effectively
• Ability to fulfil the requirements of a Form Tutor
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and an ability to relate to people at all levels
• Excellent administration skills and the ability to meet deadlines

This is a full-time position starting on 13th April 2026.

 The School 

This large comprehensive school is based in East London is rated good by Ofsted. The school is committed to educating and support pupils to become confident and successful young people and is very popular within the local community. Staff at the school have high expectations for students and pupil behaviour is good. The senior leadership are committed to ensuring there is high quality teaching, in a safe and friendly environment. 

If you are a qualified Biology Teacher or ECT seeking a full-time supply position in September, please apply with an up-to-date CV

 

 

We have a policy to respond to all applications within three working days. However, because of the volume of applications, we are sometimes unable to reply to individual enquiries. If we have not contacted you within this specified time your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Philosophy Education is a Recruitment Business and is advertising this vacancy on behalf of one of its clients.