Experienced Physics Teacher or ECT

Aspire People Limited; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Referral bonus

Enhanced DBS & 2 years' references

Job summary

Aspire People are recruiting for passionate Physics Teachers to support secondary schools across Peterborough, Cambridge and Huntingdonshire for September 2026. You will deliver engaging Physics lessons and help students reach their potential in KS3/KS4 and maybe KS5.

Whether you are an established teacher with QTS or an ECT starting your career, Aspire People will support your placement with dedicated consultants, interview guidance and long-term/permanent opportunities in local schools.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or working towards QTS.
• Experience teaching Physics within a secondary school setting.
• Strong subject knowledge and classroom management skills.
• A passion for education and student achievement.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging Physics lessons across KS3, KS4 and potentially KS5.
• Inspire curiosity, critical thinking and scientific enquiry.
• Support students of all abilities to achieve their potential.
• Contribute positively to a thriving Science department.

Skills

QTS

Experience teaching Physics

Classroom management

Passion for education

KS3/KS4/KS5

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Physics Teachers Wanted - One of the UK's Most In-Demand Teaching Specialisms

Behind every engineer, pilot, physicist and space scientist is a teacher who sparked their curiosity.

If you're a qualified Physics Teacher considering a move for September 2026, Aspire People would love to help you find a role where you can continue inspiring the next generation

Can you inspire the next generation of engineers, innovators, astronauts and problem-solvers?

Aspire People is working with Secondary Schools across Peterborough, Cambridge and Huntingdonshire seeking passionate Physics Teachers for September 2026.

As one of the most in-demand teaching specialisms, Physics teachers have a unique opportunity to shape future careers and make a lasting impact on students' understanding of the world around them.

Whether you're an experienced Physics Teacher or an ECT looking to begin your teaching career, we'd love to hear from you.

The Role

You will:

• Deliver engaging Physics lessons across KS3, KS4 and potentially KS5
• Inspire curiosity, critical thinking and scientific enquiry
• Support students of all abilities to achieve their potential
• Contribute positively to a thriving Science department

We Are Looking For

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or working towards QTS
• Experience teaching Physics within a secondary school setting
• Strong subject knowledge and classroom management skills
• A passion for education and student achievement

Why Work with Aspire People?

• Long-term and permanent opportunities
• Competitive rates of pay
• Opportunities across a range of local schools
• Dedicated consultant support throughout the recruitment process
• Interview preparation and career guidance
• Roles tailored to your experience and career aspirations

Physics specialists remain highly sought after!

Additional Benefits:

• Referral bonus up to £250
• Enhanced DBS and 2 years' references required

Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.