Head of Physics

JR United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A secondary school in Tower Hamlets is seeking a Head of Physics for maternity cover from September to December 2025. The role involves leading the Physics curriculum and supporting teachers within a thriving department at an OFSTED Outstanding school. The ideal candidate will possess QTS and relevant teaching experience across key stages 3 to 5, including A-Level, and will be focused on enhancing academic success and student outcomes.

Benefits

Free CPD and leadership development support

Dedicated consultant for placement support

Wellbeing, travel, and retail perks

Qualifications

• Experience teaching Physics at KS3 to KS5, including A-Level.
• Previous leadership experience or readiness for middle leadership role.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and delivery of the Physics curriculum across KS3 to KS5.
• Support a team of specialist teachers and maintain high teaching standards.

Skills

Curriculum planning

Staff support

Leadership

High expectations

Education

QTS with a specialism in Physics

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Head of Physics (Maternity Cover)
Tower Hamlets | SeptemberDecember 2025 | OFSTED Outstanding School

Engage Education is supporting a high-achieving secondary school in Tower Hamlets, graded Outstanding by OFSTED, to recruit a Head of Physics for a maternity cover running from September to December 2025.

This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a leadership position within a thriving and well-supported Science department. Youll lead the planning and delivery of the Physics curriculum across KS3 to KS5, support a team of specialist teachers, and help maintain the schools excellent standards of teaching and progress.

The ideal candidate will:

Hold QTS with a specialism in Physics

Have experience teaching Physics at KS3KS5, including A-Level

Have previous leadership experience or be ready to step into a middle leadership role

Be confident in curriculum planning, staff support, and driving department outcomes

Be committed to fostering a culture of high expectations and academic success

Key Details:
Location: Tower Hamlets
Contract: Full-time maternity cover (SeptDec 2025)
Salary: Paid to scale (Outer London MPS/UPS + TLR, depending on experience)
OFSTED: Rated Outstanding

Why join Engage Education?

Pay in line with national scales (AWR compliant)

Free CPD and leadership development support

Dedicated consultant to support your placement

Wellbeing, travel, and retail perks via our partners

How to apply:
Click below to apply or contact us directly. All applicants must have QTS and an enhanced DBS on the update service (or be willing to apply for one).

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