Location
Aberdeen
About the role
Applications are invited for the post of teacher of biology, starting on Monday 17th August 2026. The successful candidate will be a graduate with a proven track record of excellent teaching, an inclusive approach and commitment to fostering a love of learning in all pupils. In addition to bringing ambition and vision for the learning and teaching of biology, the teacher of biology will be ready to contribute with enthusiasm to the wider life of the school.
Benefits
St Margaret's operates its own salary scale and the successful candidate will be remunerated at the appropriate point. Subject to eligibility criteria, the successful applicant will be automatically enrolled into the STPS with the right to opt out; the applicant can also opt into the school's DC arrangement. Daughters of staff are eligible for a 30% remission on school fees after one year's service. The school offers an Employee Assistance Programme providing free and confidential advice on work and personal issues.
Qualifications and Checks
Candidates should be GTCS registered or eligible for registration. St Margaret's School places safeguarding of its pupils as its highest priority and the successful applicant will be subject to appropriate qualification and registration checks. All employees at St Margaret's are required to be a member of the Protection of Vulnerable Groups scheme.
Main Responsibilities
- To prepare and maintain schemes of work.
- To prepare pupils for internal and external assessment.
- To mark and moderate pupils' work.
- To provide a stimulating learning environment for pupils.
- To write reports.
- To maintain pupils' records.
- To provide consultation for pupils and their parents.
- To participate in the school's professional learning programme.
- To develop and implement teaching and learning strategies in line with school policy.
- To cover for colleagues as required.
- To attend parents' evenings.
- To contribute to the positive ethos and extra-curricular life of St Margaret's School.
Process
Shortlisted candidates will be asked to teach a lesson, which will be observed.
