Teacher of Biology at The North Halifax Grammar School
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About this Role
North
Halifax Grammar School
TEACHER OF BIOLOGY
From September 2026 - 1.0 FTE, permanent
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.
- 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.
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Contact Details
Chloe Beal
01422 244625
c.beal@nhgs.co.uk
The North Halifax Grammar School would like all candidates to answer specific questions for the personal statement section. For reference, here is a preview of the questions/headings:
- What motivates you to pursue a career with NHGS specifically, and what our school appeals to you the most?
- In your view, what are the key characteristics of a high-performing organisational culture and, in the context of this role, how would you contribute to fostering such a culture at NHGS?
- This part of your application is very important and will be used to decide if you meet the criteria to be shortlisted for interview. Refer to the information supplied in the job description and tell us how your skills and experience match. Use examples where possible and provide the situation or task, your actions(s) and the results. If you are applying for your first job, provide examples of other relevant experience that will help us decide your suitability e.g. gained through training, education, the community.
- We are committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. From your training and/ or experience, please give examples which demonstrate your knowledge and commitment to safeguarding and how you would ensure these vulnerable groups remain in a safe environment. Word limit: 200 words
The North Halifax Grammar School
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