Are you passionate about Biology and keen to inspire the next generation of scientists, healthcare professionals and STEM specialists?
This is an exciting opportunity to join a thriving Science department and help shape the future workforce in science, healthcare and research. You'll teach across a range of academic and vocational programmes, supporting learners to achieve their ambitions and progress to university, apprenticeships and employment.
What you'll do:
- Deliver high-quality teaching, learning and assessment across Biology and related science programmes
- Teach primarily on A Level Biology, GCSE Biology and BTEC Applied Science programmes
- Support learners to achieve excellent academic outcomes and progress to their chosen destination
- Develop engaging learning resources and practical activities that bring scientific concepts to life
- Monitor learner progress and provide effective feedback and support
- Contribute to curriculum development and continuous improvement activities
- Promote safe working practices within laboratory and classroom environments
- Support learners to develop an understanding of careers and opportunities within the science sector
What we're looking for:
- A degree in Biology or a closely related scientific discipline
- A teaching qualification (or willingness to work towards one)
- Strong subject knowledge across Biology and wider scientific concepts
- Experience teaching, training or mentoring learners in an educational or workplace setting
- Excellent communication and organisational skills
- Ability to motivate and inspire learners from a range of backgrounds
- A collaborative approach and commitment to continuous professional development
- A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sectors of the community.
Please note that this vacancy may close before the published closing date if sufficient applications are received so if you are interested, please apply as soon as possible.
To apply, you must have the right to work in the UK. Please note, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.
Safeguarding Statement
New College Swindon is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion. References will be sought on shortlisted candidates before interview and by agreement.
