Head of Physics

Latymer Prep; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Latymer Prep invites applications for an inspiring Physics teacher to lead a thriving department. The role involves working with nine teachers and a dedicated Senior Technician, ensuring excellent outcomes in Physics across the school.

The Head of Physics will be supported in line management, curriculum and enrichment responsibilities, with a strong focus on safeguarding and student achievement.

Responsibilities

• Lead this thriving Physics department of 9 teachers and a Senior Technician.
• Support the Head of Physics with curriculum development and enrichment responsibilities.

Skills

Physics teaching

Department leadership

Job description

We are a school that values diversity and individual contribution, supporting and encouraging staff to pursue their interests and achieve their ambitions.

We are seeking to employ an inspiring and enthusiastic teacher to lead this thriving department of 9 teachers and a dedicated Senior Technician. The Head of Physics is supported in their role by a Second in Department, sharing line management, curriculum and enrichment responsibilities.

Physics is a popular subject at all levels. Nearly all students take Physics in the Middle School and uptake at Physics A Level is impressive.

The department is committed to outstanding teaching and learning and students achieve superb results in the subject that are frequently above the school average. 77% of candidates achieved A*/A at A Level last summer and 88% of candidates were awarded a Grade 8 or 9 at GCSE.

Diversity – The School is fully committed to the principles of equal opportunity, diversity and inclusion. We have an established and representative staff Equality and Diversity Board to help drive forward positive change. A further Equality and Diversity Committee has recently been formed from our student population.

We are committed to attracting and retaining the very best staff, ensuring that our staff body reflects the diversity of our students and local community. Acknowledging a lack of ethnic diversity within our staff community, we particularly encourage applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic candidates for this role. All appointments will be made on merit, following a fair and transparent process. In line with the Equality Act 2010, however, the School may employ positive action where diverse candidates can demonstrate their ability to perform the role equally well.

The closing date for applications: 9am Tuesday 10 November 2026

Interviews will take place on Thursday, 19 November 2026

The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All posts are subject to an enhanced DBS check, online checks and receipt of two satisfactory references