Physics ECT

WAYMAN Education; Haddenham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An outstanding independent school in Aylesbury is seeking an Early Career Teacher of Physics to join its thriving Science department from September 2025. This role offers a supportive environment with tailored professional development, smaller class sizes, and a collaborative team dedicated to inspiring students in science education.

Benefits

Structured ECT programme with expert mentoring

Focus on pedagogy and classroom innovation

Warm, inclusive school culture

Qualifications

• Newly qualified teacher or Early Career Teacher.
• Desire to teach Physics across Key Stages 3 and 4.
• Willingness to engage in professional development.

Responsibilities

• Teach Physics to pupils across Key Stages 3 and 4.
• Develop A-Level practice with guidance from mentors.
• Participate in structured ECT programme with expert mentoring.

Skills

Passion for inspiring young minds

Classroom innovation

Collaboration

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Location: Aylesbury
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent
Start Date: September 2025
Salary: Independent School ECT Scale + Benefits

An outstanding independent school in Aylesbury is offering an exciting opportunity for an Early Career Teacher of Physics to join its thriving Science department from September. This is a school that combines academic ambition with a nurturing ethos, making it an ideal place for newly qualified teachers to launch their careers.

The Physics department is dynamic, well-resourced, and enjoys outstanding results at both GCSE and A-Level. You will teach pupils across Key Stages 3 and 4, with the opportunity to develop your A-Level practice under the guidance of experienced mentors. ECTs at this school benefit from smaller class sizes, excellent behaviour, and a robust programme of professional development led by senior academic staff.

The school is committed to developing young teachers with tailored CPD, lesson observation feedback, and clear progression routes. The Physics team is collaborative and welcoming, making this an ideal opportunity for a new teacher with a passion for inspiring young minds.

• Structured ECT programme with expert mentoring and training.

• A focus on pedagogy, classroom innovation, and academic stretch.

• Warm, inclusive school culture and strong pastoral support.

This is a rare opportunity for an enthusiastic early-career teacher to be part of a school that values science education and invests deeply in professional development.