Inspired Education Group

Biology Teacher / Head of Science

Inspired Education Group  •  Cascais, PT (Onsite)  •  1 hour ago
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Job Description

Inspired Education is the leading global group of premium schools, with a portfolio of 125 premium private schools spanning 6 continents which utilise proven educational practices from every corner of the globe, ensuring over 95,000 students receive a world-class learning experience from Kindergarten to Year 13.

In 28 countries, Inspired schools are individually developed and anchored in the vibrant cultures of their respective locations. They collectively form an international family of schools that nurtures each student's academic and personal development in a progressive, dynamic, and innovative learning environment.

By joining our award-winning team of over 14,000 employees, you can work in state-of-the-art facilities alongside industry-renowned educators and leaders in some of the world's most desirable locations. We invest heavily in our team members who enjoy industry-leading professional development, exceptional career opportunities, and mobility across our group.

King’s College School, Cascais is seeking a dynamic, visionary, and highly qualified Head of Science & Biology Teacher to lead its expanding science department. Founded in September 2022 and operating from an elite, state-of-the-art €75 million campus in Cascais, the school has quickly established a reputation for top-tier academic excellence in Portugal.

As part of the prestigious Inspired Education Group—the world’s leading premium schools organisation with over 119 schools globally—King's Cascais blends a 50-year British educational heritage with a progressive global framework. The school provides a seamless international academic pathway, currently utilizing the world-renowned Cambridge International curriculum (IGCSE) and actively transitioning into the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme for its senior students.

In this dual-responsibility role, the successful candidate will split their time between high-impact classroom teaching and departmental leadership:

  • As Head of Science, you will provide strategic and academic direction across the Biology, Chemistry, and Physics departments. You will mentor a dedicated team of subject specialists, manage cutting-edge laboratory facilities alongside full-time technicians, and align the science curriculum to ensure an inquiry-based, hands-on learning environment.
  • As a Biology Teacher, you will inspire students from Years 7 to 13, preparing ambitious learners for top examination performance and university admissions by cultivating critical thinking, out-of-the-box scientific problem solving, and a passion for the natural world.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Department Leadership: Lead, manage, and mentor the Science team across Biology, Chemistry, and Physics.
  • Curriculum Delivery: Oversee the science curriculum progression aligned with Cambridge standards.
  • Teaching Excellence: Deliver engaging, high-level Biology lessons to secondary students.
  • Safety & Resources: Manage laboratory safety protocols, equipment, and departmental budgets.
  • Student Assessment: Track academic progress, manage practical/internal assessments, and prepare students for university admissions.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:

  • Degree: Bachelor of Science in Biology or a closely related scientific field.
  • Certification: Recognized formal teaching qualification (PGCE, QTS, or equivalent).
  • Experience: Proven track record of teaching secondary Biology, ideally with leadership experience in an international or Cambridge curriculum school.
  • Skills: Strong subject knowledge, dynamic leadership, and fluent English communication.

SAFEGUARDING STATEMENT:

Inspired Education Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practices and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.

Visit our careers site for more information; https://jobs.inspirededu.com

Inspired Education Group

About Inspired Education Group

A definitive statement of excellence in private education, Inspired is a co-educational, non-denominational, independent school group designed to inspire students from ages 1 to 18 to achieve their maximum potential in a nurturing, progressive academic environment. Inspired offers a fresh and contemporary approach to education by re-evaluating traditional teaching methods and curricula, and creating a more dynamic, relevant and powerful model reflecting current attitudes. We nurture the unique individuality, talent and self-assurance of each student, equipping them to take on the world with the skills and confidence to ensure success.

Inspired is a leading global premium schools group educating over 95,000 students across 125 schools in 30 countries.

At Inspired, we believe that the overall educational experience instils the knowledge, attitudes, beliefs and values that students will carry with them for life. Inspired sets a new standard in premium private education with hand-picked teachers from around the world. Integrating innovative, challenging and enriching academic, performing arts and sports programmes, Inspired’s students leave with outstanding results, a love of learning, confidence and a firm value system that prepares them to embrace the challenges life throws at them in their future endeavours.

The Inspired Approach to Education

Lateral thinking, comprehension and innovative application of skills and concepts form the three pillars (academic, performing arts and sports) of the Inspired approach to education.

Industry
Education & Training
Company Size
10,000+ employees
Headquarters
London, GB
Year Founded
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