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Second in the Biology Department
The Appointment
An enthusiastic, dedicated and experienced teacher of A level Biology is required for September as
Second in Department, with significant responsibilities, in this very popular and highly successful
subject area at London’s leading Independent Sixth Form College. In the 2013 DfE A level league
tables of sixth form colleges Brampton College came top in London for the thirteenth successive
year and fourth nationally. Teaching is in small groups of highly motivated students.
Applications are invited from experienced teachers to join a strong and highly successful Biology
department.
The Biology Department
Biology is one of the largest and most important departments in the College with over 100 AS/Alevel students in the current academic year 2013/2014. Currently the Biology department is made
up of a full-time Head of Department, a second in the department and four part time members of
staff. Many of the departmental staff are examiners for the major examination boards. In total
there are fourteen teachers in the College’s Science Department and the department is well
served with four purpose-built, well-equipped laboratories and a full time technician.
The department offers A-level Biology (OCR), AS Biology (OCR) and IGCSE Biology. The A-level is
taught both as a one year and a two year course. IGCSE Biology is taught as a one-year course
(depending on numbers there is either one or two small groups, with no more than 10 students).
The department has a history of excellent exam results; for example in the academic year
2011/2012 53.0% of candidates obtained A/A* grades and 81% AB grades and in 2012/2013,
56.0% of candidates obtained A grades and 92% AB grades.
The Second in Department of Biology will need to work closely with other members of the
department, and most of the classes are shared. The majority of the teaching will be at A level on
the normal two year course, although a willingness to teach the one year intensive course is
desirable. The successful candidate should have recent experience of teaching AS and A2 Biology,
preferably with the OCR board.
Weekly departmental meetings are held in the Biology Department. The department has also
developed a range of support materials, including course notes and question packs, tailored to the
specific demands of the courses taught.
Job Specification
Second-in-Department Role
The successful candidate would play a significant role in the planning of courses and monitoring of
student performance in the department. He or she would work in close conjunction with the Head
of Department to further the development of Biology, ensuring that both teachers and students
receive proper support in their work within the College. The Second in Department would be
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To take particular responsibility for monitoring and supervising the progress of AS students
within the department, to devise programmes of support as required and report on
progress to the Head of Department
To take particular responsibility for developing the department’s extra-mural programme.
To contribute to the selection and periodic review of appropriate specifications to be
taught within the department.
To contribute to the planning and delivery of courses for all students, updating schemes of
work for the department as necessary (particularly AS schemes of work).
To advise on and contribute to developing and improving departmental resources
(including VLE resources).
Attend departmental meetings as required and work with the Head of Department to
monitor and review standards of teaching and learning within the department.
Contribute to the setting and marking of weekly and fortnightly tests and mock
examinations.
Contribute to the writing of monthly and termly reports, UCAS subject references and the
production of estimated grades.
To attend exam board meetings and other INSET / CPD courses as appropriate.
Person specification
Professional Experience
 Proven record of excellent A level teaching in Biology
 Evidence of continuing professional development
 Knowledge and understanding of current educational and curricular developments
Knowledge and Skills
 Excellent knowledge of Biology
 Ability to engage with students and develop their interest in the subject
 Effective communication skills in relation to dealing with staff, parents and external
organisations
 Excellent organisational skills
Personal Qualities
 Commitment to individual student needs
 Reliability
 A sense of humour, flexibility and a positive, ‘can-do’ approach.
 Commitment to working in a team
Terms and Conditions
Start Date : September 2014
This is a permanent position with a probationary period of one term.
Place of Employment
Brampton College, Lodge House, Lodge Road, Hendon, London NW4 4DQ
Attendance is required for normal working hours during the published term dates (minimum of 35
weeks) during the academic year until the end of June.
Brampton salaries are significantly above those in the maintained sector. The College has an
attractive bonus scheme of up to 8% of salary dependent on number of years’ service.
You will be eligible to join the Company’s Group Personal Pension Scheme.
Application
Application is by CV, completed application form and covering letter to the Principal’s PA, Gail
Sterman, at gsterman@bramptoncollege.com, or at Brampton College, Lodge House, Lodge Road,
Hendon, London NW4 4DQ.
The closing date for applications is 12noon on Friday 14th February 2014.
If you require any further information, please contact the Principal’s PA on 020 8203 5025, or via
email at gsterman@bramptoncollege.com
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