Physics Teacher

Job description
Physics Teacher
• Annual Salary: Outer London Scale
• Location: Leatherhead
• Job Type: Full-time

An independent school in Leatherhead is looking for a Physics Teacher who is a well-qualified, enthusiastic, and experienced educator. The ideal candidate will have a passion for teaching and a commitment to providing a high-quality education to students.
Day-to-day of the role:
• Lead and inspire students in the study of Physics and Science, fostering a love for the subject.
• Teach Physics and other Science subjects, ensuring at least one is delivered to GCSE level.
• Embrace and contribute to the school’s aims and objectives, actively participating in school improvement initiatives.
• Monitor, evaluate, and review pupil attainment to ensure consistent progress.
• Employ creative problem-solving to support student progression.
• Plan and deliver creative and stimulating lessons, utilising support from the central education team.
• Set and mark homework in accordance with departmental and school policies.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Relevant and successful teaching experience in Physics and Science.
• Proven ability to plan, resource, and deliver effective learning experiences across all age groups.
• Inspirational and motivational approach to pupil learning.
• Experience in successful team working and collaboration.
• Ability to create engaging learning resources for students of all abilities.
• Strong commitment to self-evaluation and using data to inform planning and teaching.
• Right to work in the UK
Benefits:
• Enrolment in the Teacher Pension Scheme.
• Enjoyment of longer school holidays.
• School fee discount for dependents.
• Opportunities for ongoing professional development.
• Complimentary school lunches during term time.

To apply for this Physics Teacher role, please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and your approach to teaching Physics. This is a full time permanent role to start in January '25.