Head of Biology

Head of Biology – Leading Science Innovation at Prestigious Harrow School

Join one of Harrow’s most dynamic academic environments as Head of Biology and take your passion for biology education to an elite level. This headline post is ideal for an ambitious leader who thrives on inspiring students, shaping curriculum, and leaving a legacy of excellence. Harrow’s next Head of Biology will be a subject-specialist ready to energise a thriving Science department and champion the next generation of scientific minds.

This prestigious Head of

Biology position offers career-defining opportunities

lead a remarkable, high-attaining team, immerse yourself in collaborative professional culture, and stretch your specialist knowledge across cutting-edge laboratories. You’ll benefit from a supportive, expertly resourced school with an unwavering commitment to continuous CPD, clear career progression, and a vibrant learning community where your ideas will shape tomorrow’s education.

Key Highlights

• Head of Biology, spearheading subject innovation and departmental leadership
• Up to £190 Per Day DOE – competitive and rewarding package
• Set in a flourishing Harrow campus with state-of-the-art Science suites
• Graded Good to Outstanding by Ofsted, reflecting relentless quality
• CPD-rich culture with regular leadership development sessions
• Accelerated career progression for passionate, impact-focused educators
• Outstanding for experienced, ambitious teachers or future-science leaders
• Immersive STEAM resources, exceptional lab facilities, dynamic partnerships

What You'll Be Doing

• Leading and inspiring a talented Biology team in all aspects of teaching and learning
• Creating an ambitious, forward-thinking Biology curriculum across KS3-KS5
• Driving outstanding progress for all pupils, promoting a love of biological sciences
• Implementing innovative teaching strategies in brand-new Science labs
• Data-led monitoring and intervention to secure the highest student outcomes
• Collaborating closely with the wider STEM leadership to drive school-wide progress

Ideal "Head of Biology" for this

Harrow School

• UK-trained, holding QTS with recent high-quality Biology teaching experience
• Track record of Good or Outstanding classroom impact and leadership
• Visionary thinker, committed to pushing boundaries in science education
• Keen mentor with a strong collaborative spirit, confident in staff development
• Excels in both academic rigour and nurturing inclusive, student-centred environments
• ECTs of exceptional promise or experienced Biology leaders both considered

Why Join This Harrow School?

• Work daily with forward-looking, inspirational education professionals
• Unrivalled CPD and leadership coaching – your development is our priority
• Incredibly ambitious students and supportive, respectful parents
• Beautiful modern campus with cutting-edge Science facilities
• Impact-driven, inclusive culture that celebrates every staff and student success
• Sustainable, well-led school community where well-being is as valued as results

Be the transformative Head of Biology this Harrow school is searching for and drive our celebrated Science department to new heights. Interviews begin soon; take your career to the next level and apply today to shape the future of Science in Harrow’s most exciting academic setting.