Teacher of Science – Biology Specialist

MPS/UPS

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Teacher of Science, with a particular specialism in Biology, to join our dynamic and growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives on inspiring students, values subject expertise, and enjoys bringing science to life in the classroom.

The successful candidate will be a confident and enthusiastic teacher, committed to delivering engaging, high-quality lessons across all three sciences — with particular strength and enthusiasm for Biology. You will have the freedom to take real ownership of your laboratory and classroom environment, building strong, authentic relationships with students and colleagues alike.

Our Science Department is a collaborative, open-minded, and supportive team, constantly seeking ways to innovate and improve. We welcome applications from individuals who are reflective, ambitious, and committed to raising student achievement in science.

The Ashcombe School is high achieving with excellent facilities and a shared drive to become an outstanding provider of high-quality education for the local community. If you share our vision and want to be part of a school that values its staff and students, we’d love to hear from you.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. An offer of employment is subject to satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS check.

The Ashcombe School is a high-achieving genuinely comprehensive school with a very successful Sixth Form and is a vibrant and inspiring place to work. We continually look to support exceptional pastoral care, high levels of attainment across the ability range and provide an enviable range of extracurricular activities to prepare and enable young people to lead fulfilled lives. We are ambitious for all our 1480 students and 170 staff.

Located in Dorking in the heart of the beautiful Surrey Hills, with excellent travel connections, the school has well-resourced teaching facilities for all subjects. Working at The Ashcombe is challenging and rewarding and ensures the school enjoys a strong level of staff retention.

10 Reasons to join us at The Ashcombe School

1. Excellent ECT programme including salary backdated to August

2. Visible, active, and supportive Senior Leadership Team

3. Students who are enthusiastic, fun and respectful

4. A whole staff team which is inclusive and welcoming

5. A school which is highly valued by parents and has a clear place in the community

6. Career development programme for all staff

7. Part of a small independent MAT with opportunities to work with colleagues from the other two secondary schools

8. An enviable range of extracurricular activities and trip opportunities

9. Additional benefits including staff gym, free lunches for duty and INSET

10. Work-life and family-friendly policies

Our staff and students are our strongest reasons to join us.