We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Head of Biology to join our team at The King Edmund School. This is an exciting opportunity to lead our Biology department, develop an ambitious curriculum, and support our students to achieve their very best. You will be an outstanding classroom practitioner with the drive to lead our Biology department. You’ll have a strong track record of securing excellent outcomes and a commitment to continuous improvement for both students and staff.
We are determined to become the school of choice in Essex—a place where every young person is challenged, supported, and inspired to thrive. This isn’t a dream - it is a promise and you will be at the centre of delivering and creating this.
The Role
You'll lead and develop our Biology department to ensure outstanding teaching and learning, inspire students to reach their full potential, contribute to cross-disciplinary Science faculty initiatives, monitor student progress using data to raise attainment, and mentor staff to promote best practice and professional development.
What We’re Looking For
Why Join King Edmund School?
This is a school with immense potential and a powerful sense of purpose. Under new leadership, we are creating something exceptional—step by step, brick by brick. You will be joining a committed, talented team at a moment of transformation, where your leadership will directly shape our school’s success story.
Come and be part of something extraordinary!
The school offers an extensive support programme, including mentor/buddy system, Initial Teacher Training support for Early Career Teachers (ECTs) or for those seeking Qualified Teacher Status (QTS / QTLS), a system of twilight training sessions, as well as excellent development opportunities. Staff benefits include free car parking, on-site gymnasium and swimming pool as well as staff recognition schemes.
If you are currently considering a career move, we would very much like to hear from you. Please visit the vacancies section of our website (https://kes.essex.sch.uk/join-our-community/staff-vacancies) and complete the ‘Quick Apply’ application form and submit a copy of your CV. For more about our school and vision please see attached welcome letter from our new Headteacher.
We also welcome and encourage telephone calls on 01702 560904 to register an interest or to find out more about the school and the role. If you wish to arrange an informal conversation or visit to the school prior to interview, we would be delighted to welcome you to KES prior to the closing date, to offer you the opportunity to get a real sense of the school first hand.
To arrange a visit, please email your request to Mrs Andrea Atkins – HR Manager at recruitment@kes.essex.sch.uk and provide your availability, as well as a contact telephone number.
The King Edmund School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments will be subject to a satisfactory completion of safeguarding checks.
The King Edmund School is committed to creating a diverse workforce. We’ll consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, religion, belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy, maternity, age, disability, marriage, or civil partnership.
For further information about this vacancy please contact us using Ref: KESHOB0326.