Teacher of Biology
THE SECKFORD FOUNDATION
31,343 per year (pro rata)
Woodbridge
Part-time
26th January 2026
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Teacher of Biology
Application Pack
Teacher of Biology
Full or Part Time Applications will be considered
Salary: £31,343 to £46,114 FTE per annum
(Pro-rata for Part Time)
We are seeking a Teacher of Biology to join our excellent, highly successful department. This is an exciting
opportunity for an enthusiastic candidate who can provide excellent teaching for our students.
This role would also suit an Early Career Teacher seeking their QTS, and we offer a supportive programme
for such a teacher.
Woodbridge School is one of the top academic schools in Suffolk, located in a beautiful part of the county,
yet only one hour 20 minutes from London.
You will be expected to:
• Prepare and deliver challenging and stimulating lessons, with due regard to pupils' individual needs across
the Senior School, age range 11 to 18
• Set high standards and encourage all pupils to achieve their full potential
• Show a genuine interest in the Biology curriculum and demonstrate excellent communication skills, and
assist with enrichment activities.
This is an outstanding opportunity to contribute to a school with a strong sense of community and a rich
extra-curricular programme.
For more information about the school and this opportunity, and to download an application pack, please
visit: Staff Vacancies | Woodbridge School.
Closing Date: Monday 26 January 2026
Interviews: Thursday 29 January 2026
Woodbridge School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people
and successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced check from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).
Job Description
Job Title: Teacher of Biology
Department: Biology
Hours: 0.6 to1.00 FTE
Job Purpose
Teachers are expected to provide excellent standards of teaching, learning and pastoral support, whilst
also contributing to the extra-curricular life of the school.
Key Responsibilities (Academic):
Encourage pupils to appreciate the value of their subject and provide them with appropriate
knowledge, understanding and skills. This will encompass:
• Preparing and teaching challenging and stimulating lessons, with due regard to Pupils’
individual needs across the ability range;
• Maximising pupils’ learning and teaching experiences in your classes, setting high expectations
• Regularly setting and marking homework, with clear feedback for pupils as to how to improve
• Engaging in informal lesson observation and participating in the exchange of good practice
• Engaging in other out-of-class activities to consolidate and extend the knowledge of pupils
• Preparing pupils for examinations
• Researching new topic areas, maintaining up to date subject knowledge and devising/writing
new curriculum materials as required
• Working within the departmental framework as a member of the team, contributing to
meetings and departmental activities
• Having clear rules and routines for behaviour in classrooms, and taking responsibility for
promoting good and courteous behaviour both in classrooms and around the school, in
accordance with the school’s behaviour policy and,
• Selecting and using a range of different learning resources, including IT to provide variety in
teaching methods and to stimulate learning.
• Monitor and assess student progress regularly, using data and observations to inform teaching
strategies and implement targeted interventions where necessary.
Key Responsibilities (Pastoral):
• Carrying out tutoring duties as assigned by the School
• Creating and maintaining strong, supportive relationships with staff, parents/carers, pupils and
the community
• Contributing to the formal and informal pastoral, spiritual, moral, social and health-related
education of pupils through the pastoral system and beyond
• Keeping up to date with safeguarding knowledge and legislation in relation to working with
and protecting pupils and,
• Contributing to the wider, extra-curricular life of pupils and of the School
Wider Responsibilities:
• Being responsible for personal professional development through the appraisal system and
CPD;
• Being cognisant of, and having empathy with, the aims and objectives of the School
• Participating in official school occasions, e.g. Speech Day, Open Day and parents’ evenings,
meetings, INSET, etc. and,
• Undertaking any other reasonable and relevant duties in accordance with the changing needs
of the School.
This job description is not exhaustive, and it is expected that the post-holder will be flexible in their
approach, and undertake any reasonable duties as requested.
General Responsibilities:
Health and Safety
You have a legal duty to take reasonable care of your own health and safety and that of others and you are
expected to be familiar with and adhere to Woodbridge School’s Health and Safety Policy and Health and Safety
law.
Child Protection/Vulnerable Adult’s Statement
Woodbridge School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults and children
and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. You will be expected to support this approach
in the context of your role and to adhere to and ensure compliance with our policy at all times. If in the course
of carrying out your duties, you become aware of any actual or potential risks to the safety or welfare of
vulnerable adults or children you must report any concerns to the appropriate Safeguarding Lead. You will also
be expected to qualify and maintain an enhanced DBS check to the school’s requirement before starting in
work for the school.
Brand Values
Ensure your work, communication and approach conforms to the brand values and house style of Woodbridge
School. Keep up to date, and comply with the Woodbridge School, Policies and Procedures at all times.
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential
Desirable
• Educated to Degree level with PGCE.
• Evidence recent training or CPD.
Knowledge and Experience
• The ability to teach A level and GCSE Biology.
• The ability to teach Science at KS3.
• A good awareness of the latest research on teaching and learning and
how it can be successfully implemented.
Skills and Attributes
• The ability to work co-operatively with others to inspire and motivate.
• Clarity of thought and excellent organisational skills.
• Energetic and enthusiastic with the ability to maintain and create
strong, supportive relationships with staff, parents, carers and pupils.
• Aspirational and empathetic, holding a genuine belief in the potential
of every pupil.
Safeguarding
• All staff are expected to evidence their commitment to promoting the health,
welfare and safeguarding of children.
Personal Qualities
• Willingness and ability to be flexible and open to change.
• Ability to relate to staff, students, parents/carers and governors.
• Work well with the team but also able to work effectively alone.
• Ability to remain calm and function well under pressure.
• Committed and willing to be fully engaged in the whole life of the
school, including extra-curricular activities
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Benefits
Pension
Teachers’ Pension Scheme, subject to a Total Pay and Benefits approach –
further details can be provided on request.
Sick Pay
Occupational Sick Pay, subject to eligibility criteria.
School Fees
School fee remission may be available depending on individual circumstances
and at the discretion of the Governors.
Training
Relevant training costs will be met in full. This will be subject to conditions
concerning repayment if the employee leaves for any reason within a given
period.
Other Benefits
• Free parking
• Complimentary lunch is available when the Dining Room is in
operation
• Access to Employee Assistance Programme
Information for Applicants
In order to apply please complete the application form. Application forms can be downloaded from the School’s
website: Staff Vacancies | Woodbridge School
Please apply preferably by email, stating “Teacher if Biology” in the title line to: recruitment@seckford-
foundation.org.uk.
If you are unable to apply by email then please post your application, marking “Private and Confidential” to the
People Team at:
Woodbridge School
Marryott House
Burkitt Road
Woodbridge
Suffolk
IP12 4JJ
All information will be treated as strictly confidential.
If you have any questions or enquiries regarding the application process, please ring the People Team on 01394
615170.
All appointments are subject to the usual pre-employment checks to meet vetting and barring requirements. For
more information about the application and vetting process please refer to the Explanatory Notes provided.
Woodbridge School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and all applicants
must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the position, including checks with past employers and
the Disclosure and Barring Service.