Head of Physics

Coast and Vale Learning Trust; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Generous pension scheme

Blue Light Card

Employee Assistance Programme

Gym Discounts

Free eye tests

Cycle to work scheme

Being part of a great team

Job summary

Greenshaw Learning Trust is seeking a dynamic Head of Physics for SJH, focusing on high-quality teaching and curriculum leadership. The post involves teaching Physics across key stages, including A Level, within a team of subject specialists dedicated to achieving excellent student outcomes.

The successful candidate will drive pedagogical development and oversee the Physics curriculum under the Head of Science, contributing to a culture of continuous improvement and safeguarding.

Qualifications

• Well-qualified, highly motivated Head of Physics.
• Teach Physics across key stages including A Level.
• Experience to drive curriculum and pedagogical development.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Physics department and drive curriculum development.
• Teach Physics across key stages including A Level.
• Collaborate with science team to raise outcomes.

Skills

Physics teaching

Curriculum development

Leadership

Job description

SJH is an excellent school that has improved immensely in recent years and, as a result, has been oversubscribed for the last five years. Our ethos is for our students to strive ‘to greater heights’. This ethos is built on a core set of values, which underpins everything that we do. These are Ambition, Endeavour and Respect.

Our most recent Ofsted inspection was a great success and recognised the commitment of our staff to improving the College and securing the very best outcomes for our students. The College was judged to be ‘Good’ across all areas inspected. Inspectors commented:

“The school has a calm atmosphere where pupils feel safe. Pupils behave well so that learning is not disrupted. Pupils talk positively about their learning.”

“Overwhelmingly, positive behaviours and attitudes to learning seen.”

“The culture is all about learning, with a strong work ethos.”

“Learning is the core of all that happens.”

“Leaders provide effective support to develop teachers’ subject and pedagogical knowledge. Staff are very positive about the support they receive from leaders. They are proud to work at the school. Those newest to teaching speak particularly highly of the support they receive. Leaders listen carefully to staff. This helps them manage staff well‑being and workload.”

We are looking to appoint a well-qualified, highly motivated and enthusiastic Head of Physics. The successful candidate will teach Physics across the key stages, including teaching A Level. You will be joining a team of subject specialists, committed to achieving the best possible outcomes for our students. This is an exciting opportunity for an outstanding teacher to join our College as Head of Physics, a post suited to teachers of Physics with sufficient experience to be able to drive forward the development of the Physics curriculum, as well as pedagogical development, under the leadership of the Head of Science.

The design of our curriculum is clear and is based on the acquisitions of knowledge and skills through effective planning and sequencing. The implementation of our curriculum is simple: effective delivery, effective teaching and effective assessment. We offer the full curriculum entitlement to our students, featuring a three-year Key Stage 3 / two-year Key Stage 4. We have a comprehensive offer of qualifications, both at Key Stage 4 and 5 and we give teachers the opportunity to teach across all phases.

We welcome applications from highly motivated and experienced teachers with the vision and ability to commit towards the department. If you would like to find out more about the College, please visit our website at: http://www.sjhcsc.co.uk/. We would welcome any potential candidates to come and visit the College during the day to meet the team and experience the learning environment for themselves. T

We offer our staff a range of benefits including:

• Professional development and career progression

• Generous pension scheme

• Blue Light Card

• Eligibility for Teacher Art Pass (teaching staff only)

• An Employee Assistance Programme

• Gym Discounts

• Free eye tests

• Cycle to work scheme

• Being part of a great team and expanding organisation

Closing date for receipt of applications is 20th September 2026. We reserve the right to appoint before the closing date.

We are committed to building an inclusive, diverse workplace where everyone can thrive. If you require any support or adjustments to interact with us, please let us know. Greenshaw Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment.