Head of Biology

Drapers’ Academy seeks to appoint a dynamic and enthusiastic Head of Biology to join our supportive science faculty. This is a role for a teacher wishing to take the next step in their career or an experienced teacher/Head of Department, who can lead a team of committed teachers, as well as inspiring the next generation of science teachers. Leadership experience is not essential, but applicants must be able to demonstrate the skills required to lead a department. This is an exciting opportunity to lead the development of biology through all Key Stages at the Academy. Biology is one of the most popular subjects at A Level, with many students continuing to study it at University. 

The successful candidate will: 

• Have a track record of excellent teaching and learning. 
• Have in depth subject knowledge. 
• Be inspiring, dynamic and passionate about teaching. 
• Identify and promote extracurricular opportunities for all students. 
• Promote the ethos and values of respect, kindness and purposefulness in the school. 
• Have the right to work in the UK. 

Drapers’ Academy has much to offer:

• Summer 2024: Best ever GCSE and A Level results
• March 2020: Ofsted Good for all aspects including the Sixth Form
• A clear vision to deliver high standards of education and serve our community
• State-of-the-art campus surrounded by acres of countryside
• Committed, generous sponsors: The Drapers Company and Queen Mary University of London
• Fully subscribed through the school
• An environment that promotes innovation
• Class size averaging 25
• Opportunities to teach across KS3, 4 and 5
• Free access to the Employee Assistance Programme provided by the Education Support Network, offering individual support, information and advice
• Centralised detention model
• Committed and supportive Senior Leadership Team
• Proactive staff led Wellbeing Team
• Our own 6th Form area dedicated to A Level teaching
• Membership of the Havering Teacher Training Partnership and the Ambition Institute to support ECT induction, teacher training and CPD of staff at all levels
• An employer who invests in the development of staff with a commitment to ongoing professional development
• Staff access to our gym
• Close proximity to the M25 (Junction 28, Brentwood) and the A12 for ease of access from London, Kent, Essex or Hertfordshire and ample secure on-site parking
• Short bus journey from Harold Wood (Cross Rail) train station

It is our practice to recruit staff to permanent positions via direct application rather than agency placement.

We welcome staff who wish to visit the school in advance of application. To arrange this, please contact slucey@drapersacacdemy.com

Applications should be made online. Full details of the post, including the link to the application form, can be found at www.drapers-schools.com/44/current-vacancies

Closing date: 9.00am on Friday, 25th April 2025.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early upon appointment of a successful candidate.

Drapers' Multi-Academy Equality Policy and Statement (including out Equality Objectives), can be found on our website: https://www.drapers-schools.com/27/policies

Drapers’ Multi-Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointments are subject to enhanced DBS clearance, an online check, and other relevant employment checks.