Teacher of Biology
Tonbridge Grammar School, Tonbridge, South East
£34,069.00 - £52,835.00 Annually (Actual)
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About the job
Join a thriving science team where academic excellence, strong student demand and a spirit of curiosity shape every lesson. ECTs are warmly encouraged to apply. Our well‑established science induction and mentoring programme provides excellent support for early‑career colleagues, with dedicated time, regular coaching and a collaborative department culture that makes TGS an ideal place to grow as a teacher.
From September 2026, new Year 12 students will follow A Level courses, with Biology consistently among the most popular Sixth Form subjects. At GCSE, all students study separate sciences, and many continue to science A Levels. In Years 7-9, students learn through collaborative inquiry in our Middle Years Programme. You will be joining a team committed to high‑quality teaching and deep scientific understanding.
We offer an extensive CPD programme, leadership development opportunities and strong support for staff wellbeing.
Tonbridge Grammar School is an outstanding, high‑performing state grammar school with a mixed Sixth Form and a vibrant, ambitious student body. We value diversity and welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds.
Apply now to join a forward‑thinking subject team and a community where every member is valued and supported to succeed.
We are committed to staff wellbeing and offer:
5 Additional INSET days a year
Free use of our Fitness suite
Staff wellbeing package including winter flu jabs
Parking/electric car charging
Cycle to work scheme
Active staff community and socials
Tonbridge Grammar School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Please be aware that schools are also required to undertake online recruitment checks on shortlisted. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check. We reserve the right to interview before the closing date.
About Tonbridge Grammar School
- Type of school
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary, with a sixth form
- Ages
- 11 to 18, girls
- Pupils
- 1,150 (room for 1,260)
- Free school meals
- 2.4% of pupils
- Admissions
- Selective
- Local authority
- Kent
- Address
- Deakin Leas, Tonbridge, TN9 2JR
Last inspected by Ofsted on 4 December 2024, before report cards were introduced. Read the report
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