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GCSE Biology Lecturer

Dovetail Ref: 184644
FE & HE £31,000 - £41,616 per annum permanent mid Level 1 June 2026
Nottinghamshire, England

Education Details

Biology Further Education fe college
Levels: GCSEA-LevelBTEC
Also teaches: Science

Job Description

GCSE Biology Lecturer

Location: Nottinghamshire
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £31,000 - £41,616
Start Date: 08/26


We are seeking a highly knowledgeable and passionate Science Lecturer to plan, deliver, and assess GCSE Biology and science units across health programmes within an FE College.


The Role

You will deliver high-quality GSCE Biology, supporting learners to achieve strong academic outcomes and progress into higher education, apprenticeships, or careers in Health and Care.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Deliver high-quality, engaging teaching and formative assessment for GCSE Biology and science modules.
  • Design, develop, and monitor comprehensive learning resources tailored to student needs.
  • Implement proactive strategies to boost student performance, success rates, and learning experiences.
  • Prepare students thoroughly for external examinations in line with awarding body requirements.
  • Maintain meticulous records of student performance and complete required administrative tasks.
  • Contribute actively to internal quality procedures and evaluative programme reviews.

Essential Requirements

  • QTS, QTLS, PGCE, or equivalent teaching qualification
  • Experience teaching A Level, BTEC or GCSE Science
  • Strong subject knowledge in your specialism
  • Confident delivering both theory and practical lessons
  • Excellent classroom management and communication skills
  • Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain)

What's on Offer

  • Generous annual leave package featuring 44 days of total leave.
  • Dedicated two-week Christmas break via concessionary closure days.
  • Access to a highly attractive, contributory Teachers' Pension Scheme.
  • Supportive departments and leadership teams
  • Access to modern labs and teaching facilities
  • Ongoing CPD and career progression opportunities

Ready to Apply?

If you're a passionate Biology Specialist looking for your next opportunity, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today or get in touch to explore suitable roles.

What's on Offer

  • 44 days annual leave
  • Two-week Christmas break via concessionary closure days
  • Teachers' Pension Scheme
  • Supportive departments and leadership teams
  • Access to modern labs and teaching facilities
  • Ongoing CPD and career progression opportunities

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Your Recruitment Consultant

Hugo Taylor

Hugo Taylor

Recruitment Consultant

Pension

Access to highly attractive, contributory Teachers' Pension Scheme

Requirements

  • QTS, QTLS, PGCE, or equivalent teaching qualification
  • Experience teaching A Level, BTEC or GCSE Science
  • Strong subject knowledge in Biology specialism
  • Confident delivering both theory and practical lessons
  • Excellent classroom management and communication skills
  • Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain)

Benefits

  • 44 days annual leave
  • Two-week Christmas break via concessionary closure days
  • Teachers' Pension Scheme
  • Supportive departments and leadership teams
  • Access to modern labs and teaching facilities

Skills & Qualifications

GCSE Biology teachingA-Level Science teachingBTEC Science teachingFormative assessmentLearning resource developmentClassroom managementPractical science teaching