Clifton High School
Head of Biology from September 2026
Closing date for applications: Midnight on Sunday 4th January 2026
Interview Date: Monday 12th January 2026
About the Role Clifton High School is seeking an inspiring and visionary Head of Biology to lead our dynamic department. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced educator with proven leadership skills to shape the future of Biology teaching within our thriving School community.
As Head of Biology, you will:
Lead and manage the Biology Department, ensuring high standards of teaching and learning.
Drive curriculum development, assessment strategies and pupil achievement.
Support and develop staff through effective leadership and professional development.
Manage departmental resources and budgets efficiently.
Foster strong relationships with parents and the wider community.
Clifton High School provides a supportive and collaborative environment where innovation and excellence are highly valued and celebrated. You will play a key role in shaping the academic success and holistic development of our pupils.
Further details and an application form can be found on our website.
About Us Clifton High School is an academically selective, co-educational, independent day school for approximately 800 pupils aged 3-18 years. Situated on a beautiful Bristol site, our educational offering is underpinned by a strong pastoral and family ethos. We value individuality and positively celebrate diversity and inclusion in every area of the School.
We welcome applicants from all sections of our community, including those from the global majority, the LGBTQ+ community, individuals with neurodiversity, and those with disabilities. Our community is collaborative and committed to shared learning from multiple perspectives. We provide a supportive, respectful, and empowering environment where everyone can achieve their full potential. If you share our commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, and collaboration, we invite you to apply for any open positions at Clifton High School.
Safeguarding Statement Clifton High School is committed to safeguarding children and young people and expects all staff, visitors and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check. All roles in the School are assumed to be engaged, or have the potential to be engaged, in regulated activity with children. The School is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and all convictions, cautions, reprimands and warnings (including those which would normally be considered "spent" under the Act) must be declared, unless filtered out in accordance with DBS filtering rules, if invited to an interview. If you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children, it is an offence to apply for roles at Clifton High School.
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Closing date for applications: Midnight on Sunday 4th January 2026
Interview Date: Monday 12th January 2026
About the Role Clifton High School is seeking an inspiring and visionary Head of Biology to lead our dynamic department. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced educator with proven leadership skills to shape the future of Biology teaching within our thriving School community.
As Head of Biology, you will:
Lead and manage the Biology Department, ensuring high standards of teaching and learning.
Drive curriculum development, assessment strategies and pupil achievement.
Support and develop staff through effective leadership and professional development.
Manage departmental resources and budgets efficiently.
Foster strong relationships with parents and the wider community.
Clifton High School provides a supportive and collaborative environment where innovation and excellence are highly valued and celebrated. You will play a key role in shaping the academic success and holistic development of our pupils.
Further details and an application form can be found on our website.
About Us Clifton High School is an academically selective, co-educational, independent day school for approximately 800 pupils aged 3-18 years. Situated on a beautiful Bristol site, our educational offering is underpinned by a strong pastoral and family ethos. We value individuality and positively celebrate diversity and inclusion in every area of the School.
We welcome applicants from all sections of our community, including those from the global majority, the LGBTQ+ community, individuals with neurodiversity, and those with disabilities. Our community is collaborative and committed to shared learning from multiple perspectives. We provide a supportive, respectful, and empowering environment where everyone can achieve their full potential. If you share our commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, and collaboration, we invite you to apply for any open positions at Clifton High School.
Safeguarding Statement Clifton High School is committed to safeguarding children and young people and expects all staff, visitors and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check. All roles in the School are assumed to be engaged, or have the potential to be engaged, in regulated activity with children. The School is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and all convictions, cautions, reprimands and warnings (including those which would normally be considered "spent" under the Act) must be declared, unless filtered out in accordance with DBS filtering rules, if invited to an interview. If you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children, it is an offence to apply for roles at Clifton High School.
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