OFSTED 2023

Leadership & management – Outstanding     Behaviour and Attitudes - Outstanding

Personal development – Outstanding      Sixth Form Provision – Outstanding

About this Role

Post: Head of Biology

Salary: Teacher Pay Scale – Plus a TLR  

Reporting to: Head of Science

Starting Date: 1^st September 2026 – Permanent Contract

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Teacher of Science / Head of Biology to develop their career at our hugely successful secondary school for 11-19 year olds. We have recently been awarded £2.4 million to develop our site in our oversubscribed and popular school. You will be working in a thriving faculty, with a team of hugely experienced, kind and supportive colleagues, and you will be teaching in a harmonious, well equipped, modern and highly thought of area within the school and given every opportunity to perfect your craft as well as develop skills for your future. Our commitment to staff and student wellbeing is central in all we do, every day.

We are looking to appoint a colleague who:

·         Has passion for their subject and thoroughly enjoys their teaching

·         Has a genuine regard and respect for young people

·         Enjoys professional development

·         Will embrace our culture and ethos which is important to us

Our school will provide:

·         A strong, friendly Science faculty with a good track record in offering support

·         A strong culture of professional development

·         A fantastic group of students to teach and inspire

·         A successful and thorough induction programme

·         A school committed to well-being and with work life balance

About the School: Shaping Futures

The Marlborough Science Academy is a highly successful, mixed comprehensive school with a reputation for its resilience, innovation and creativity. We do not believe in "glass ceilings" or labelling students by targets; we believe that with extraordinary teaching, no student is left behind and curiosity is the key.

Our Values & Ethos

Marlborough is a very special place defined by our “Values”. As a Single Academy Trust, we sit at the heart of a vibrant learning community in St Albans. We pride ourselves on our unique ethos described by staff and student as being ‘just like a family’. We are a school that combines academic aspiration with a deep sense of care, inclusion, and opportunities for all. 

Our values are not just words on a wall; they underpin every decision, policy, and procedure. We are looking for a Headteacher who embodies these five values:

• Dignity
• Kindness
• Compassion
• Courage
• Endeavour

If you like the sound of the above, we want to hear from you. We offer a fringe salary rate and continuous service recognition for colleagues transferring from a school in the Herts LEA area. The school supports and promotes the safeguarding of children and is an equal opportunities employer. References will be sought prior to interview. This vacancy will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and will require the candidates to evidence the right to work in the UK. We may also carry out checks on social media for shortlisted candidates. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.

The closing date for applications is 13^th April 2026 with the interview date to be confirmed. Please apply by visiting My New Term at https://www.mynewterm.com. Applications to be made as soon as possible as we will interview for the right candidate on receipt of their application.

 Prospective Candidates

We welcome visits! Come and see our “exemplary behaviour” and feel the warmth and friendliness for yourself. To arrange a visit, please contact Ann Tyson HR administrator on 01727 731 395 a.tyson@marlborough.herts.sch.uk

 School Address:

The Marlborough Science Academy

Watling Street

St Albans AL1 2QA

Email: admin@marlborough.herts.sch.uk
Website: www.themarlboroughscienceacademy.co.uk

The Marlborough Science Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, governors and volunteers to share this commitment.