Head of Physics

NOTRE DAME SCHOOL; Cobham; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

A renowned educational institution in Cobham is seeking a Head of Physics to enhance the Senior School Science provision. The successful candidate will be an accomplished teacher with a passion for science, capable of inspiring students and overseeing a comprehensive science curriculum from Prep to Sixth form. This role offers a competitive salary within the Teacher Scale and excellent benefits, all set in the beautiful rural surroundings of Surrey parkland.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Industry-leading benefits

Excellent sporting facilities

Qualifications

• Must have energy and enthusiasm for teaching Physics.
• Experience as a Head of Physics or inspiring Physics Teacher is essential.
• Ability to foster a love for science in students.

Responsibilities

• Support exemplary Senior School Science provision.
• Teach and foster success in Physics.
• Oversee all science provision from Prep to Sixth form.

Skills

Passion for science education

Self-motivation

Ability to inspire students

Strong communication skills

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Degree in Physics or related field

Job description

Head of Physics

Cobham, Surrey

£37,761.00 - £48,378.00

Permanent

Notre Dame School

We are seeking to appoint a Head of Physics to support our exemplary Senior School Science provision here at Notre Dame School.

Our Academic and Extra Curricular Science plays a fundamental role in our whole school from Prep School to Sixth form.

Our GCSE and A-level Grades have been excellent, and we are delighted that students meet and exceed their projected grades in the subject.

We have comprehensive facilities for all three sciences, a wide-ranging catalogue of equipment and apparatus, supporting Science and STEM Technicians, and an impressive schedule of extracurricular Science activities.

Science is taught in our brand-new, industry-leading STEM innovation centre.

We are seeking a self-motivated individual who will play a crucial role in teaching and fostering success in the subject.

You will be an accomplished Head of or inspiring Physics Teacher who has energy, enthusiasm and a genuine passion for enthusing a love of science in young people.

In return, we can offer a competitive salary, industry-leading benefits and excellent sporting facilities, set in the heart of 26 areas of beautiful, rural Surrey parkland.

For further details of our School, the role and package, please see the Candidate pack attached.

• Hours of work: Permanent, Full Time, Term Time
• Remuneration: Teacher Scale ND03-08 (£37,761.00 - £48,378.00 with Head of Subject Allowance - £2,061.00)
• Closing Date: 10 December 2025
• Interview Date: 12 December 2025
• Start Date: Required Summer Term 2026
• We reserve the right to interview, as suitable candidates are sourced