Teacher of Biology

Salary details: £ - £

We require for September 2020, an enthusiastic and dynamic teacher of Biology.  The post is suitable for NQTs and more experienced teachers.

The students and staff at Highfields School make it a fantastic place to work. Our students are friendly and confident and we strive to ensure that they achieve the success that they deserve.  

Together, we have created a successful community school where students learn the skills for success. We provide an excellent induction programme and a wide range of development opportunities for all staff.  We are looking for someone who is willing to contribute fully to the life of the school and who is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. 

Highfields has approximately 1200 students, including 180 at post 16, they are well-motivated and achieve good results. We were judged as a good school by Ofsted in May 2017.   

Highfields is situated in Matlock, the county town of Derbyshire, on the south eastern edge of the beautiful Peak District National Park. It is within easy reach of Sheffield, Derby and Nottingham.

Due to this post having access to children and/or vulnerable adults, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided. Click here to see our policy on criminal background checks.