Lecturer in Biology

Application Deadline: 18 September 2025

Department: A-Level Provision

Employment Type: Part Time

Location: Sefton Sixth Form

Compensation: £33,000 - £41,108 / year

Description

📚 Lecturer in Biology
📍 Sefton Sixth Form College, Litherland
💼Part-Time (11.5 hours per week over Wed-Fri)
💷 £33,000 – £41,108 per annum
🧑‍🏫 Teachers’ Pension Scheme
🎁 Access to Medicash and many other staff benefits

We are looking for a start date as soon as possible

Join an Outstanding Team 

At Hugh Baird College, an Ofsted Outstanding provider, we are committed to inspiring, challenging, and transforming lives. Our students are at the heart of everything we do, and we foster a workplace where ideas are valued, creativity is nurtured, and professional growth is supported.

Role
Sefton Sixth Form College is seeking a Teacher of Biology to join our Faculty of Maths, Science & Health directorate. The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering high-quality teaching, learning and assessment to ensure successful learner outcomes and maximise student potential.

If you are passionate about education and possess the necessary qualifications and skills, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity to make a difference in the lives of our students.

Interested candidates are advised to apply early, as the vacancy will close once the right candidate is found.

Sefton Sixth Form College

Sefton Sixth Form College is a friendly, diverse and vibrant place to work. If you join our team you will be working with enthusiastic and dedicated colleagues who put students at the heart of everything they do.

Sefton Sixth Form College is a sixth form college in Litherland, Sefton. It is a part of Hugh Baird College and was formerly known as the Hugh Baird College South Sefton Campus. The Sixth Form was founded in 2009, and is a vibrant, state-of-the-art campus offering an extensive choice of A-level subjects, as well as a small number of BTEC and GCSE courses. The campus is located approximately 7 miles away from Liverpool City Centre.

Key Tasks & Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities:

• Teach A-level Biology
• Implement effective feedback and assessment systems
• Deliver lessons aligned with TLA Principles
• Contribute to curriculum innovation, development, and implementation
•  Maintain a professional learning environment
•  Contribute to the delivery of the enhancement program

Main Tasks:

• Deliver motivating and inspiring teaching and learning
• Develop assessments and provide constructive feedback
• Facilitate learning using appropriate materials and methods
• Utilise technology to enable independent learning
• Embed employability skills through teaching and learning
• Consistently challenge lateness and attendance concerns
• Establish and maintain relationships with students
• Take part in reviews of course performance and curriculum development
• Participate in professional development and training activities

Criteria

• Possess a degree in Biology or a related subject.  
• Possess a PGCE/Certificate of education or equivalent teaching qualification. 
• Track record of successful teaching experience within a Sixth Form setting, preferably teaching A level Biology.
• Detailed knowledge of relevant course subject matter and examination and assessment requirements.
• Understanding of value added and the use of progress performance measures.
• Experience of developing and maintaining external partnerships to enrich teaching and learning.  
• Ability to provide clear, direct and constructive written and verbal feedback.

 Please see the person specification for the full criteria 

Rewards and Benefits at Hugh Baird College

Why Join Hugh Baird College? 
 When you join us, you become part of a caring and supportive community that prioritises employee wellbeing, development, and recognition. Here are some of the benefits available to you: 
   Generous holiday allowance Up to 50 days annual holiday allowance, excluding bank holidays.   Flexible Working We offer flexible working options depending on the business need, which can provide a better work-life balance for our employees.   Medicash Access to Medicash’s health plans are designed to look after you and your family by boosting your access to treatment and support.
 
 Pension Scheme You will have access to two of the best pension schemes in the country, the Teachers' or the Local Government Pension schemes, depending on your role with us.   Professional Development We are committed to providing continual professional development, with both formal and informal opportunities designed to enhance your skills, knowledge and career growth.   Industrial Commercial Updates Our teachers receive 35 hours per year to choose a commercial operation to visit with a view to bringing new innovative ideas back to the College.   Reward and Recognition Our 'Get Recognised' employee reward scheme enables continuous acknowledgement of employee contributions, and our annual staff celebration event highlights colleagues who consistently embody our values.
 
 Lifestyle Fitness Gym You will have discounted access to our fully-equipped and modern on-campus Lifestyle Fitness gym.   Health and Wellbeing You will have opportunities to take part in staff groups such as yoga, walking and meditation. You will also have access to Mental Health support and a Cycle to Work scheme.   Travel You can take advantage of discounted rail travel or bus travel, interest-free season ticket loans for public transport services and free on-campus parking.   Retail Discounts You will have access to offers to cashback and discounts at well-known retailers.

Blue Light Card
You may be eligible to apply for a Blue Light card, giving you access to exclusive discounts.