Head of Physics and Cross-Trust Physics Teacher

Arden Academy; Metropolitan Borough of Solihull; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in the United Kingdom is seeking a highly impactful Head of Physics to join their Science team. The successful candidate will have a strong subject knowledge and the ability to inspire students through excellent teaching. This role offers extensive leadership development opportunities across multiple secondary schools. The candidate must be able to teach GCSE and A Level Physics, promoting high standards in science education and professional development.

Benefits

High quality professional development

Supportive team culture

Innovative learning environment

Qualifications

• Ability to teach GCSE and A Level Physics.
• Experience in teaching A Level Physics preferred.
• Willingness to work across various secondary schools in the Trust.

Responsibilities

• Promote high standards in Science education.
• Implement Physics curriculum consistently.
• Lead initiatives for staff development in teaching and pedagogy.

Skills

Subject knowledge

Motivational teaching

Leadership development

Commitment to professional development

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Specialism in Physics

Job description

About the Role

Arden would like all candidates to answer specific questions for the personal statement section. For reference, here is a preview of the questions/headings: 1. Please tell us why you wish to be considered for this role and why you would be a suitable candidate (please refer to the person specification available).

We are seeking to further strengthen our Science team as our success at GCSE and A Level continues to lead to increased demand. We are therefore seeking to appoint a highly impactful Head of Physics to promote the highest standards in Science. The successful candidate will have excellent subject knowledge and be able to motivate students through inspirational teaching. This is an excellent opportunity for a talented teacher to take a leadership role within the Science department to work with students who are keen to learn. This role also has huge leadership development scope with the opportunity to work across both Arden Academy and Park Hall Academy delivering high quality Physics teaching. The postholder will have responsibility for ensuring the consistent development and implementation of Physics within the Science curriculum. The opportunity for personal development and progression is enormous. An active commitment to staff development through a strong and consistent focus and dialogue around teaching & learning pedagogy makes this an ideal position for candidates committed to being the best practitioner they can be. Applicants should be able to teach to GCSE and a specialism in Physics is preferred. The ability to teach to A Level is desirable. If you do not have experience of teaching A Level, but are keen to develop that expertise, we can support you to develop the skills and knowledge required to deliver engaging and challenging lessons at KS5. Applicants must be willing to work across any of our Trust secondary schools – Arden Academy, Knowle; Lode Heath School, Solihull; Park Hall Academy, Solihull; Henley in Arden School, Henley in Arden. The successful candidate will be based at Arden Academy and Park Hall Academy.

Key Achievements

• A large uptake of pupils (typically between 35% to 45%) opt for single sciences at GCSE – around 50% of these each year go on to achieve grades 7, 8 or 9.
• We have a consistently high uptake of Science at A level: 85 students in Year 13 and 119 students in Year 12 are currently studying either Biology, Chemistry or Physics.
• A Level results are outstanding and our students strive to achieve the highest grades. We have a good level of success in supporting students to gain places at medical school and have supported many students to gain places at Oxford and Cambridge to study science‑based degrees.
• Core Maths is offered to students in Year 12, many choose to take it in order to support their Science A Level.
• Students study either AQA Triple or Double Science (Trilogy specification) at GCSE and A Levels in Chemistry, Physics and Biology are offered.
• The school has an excellent record of success at GCSE and A Level: in summer 2025, the school’s expected Progress 8 score was +0.63, with an Attainment 8 score of 59.08. 72.8% of our students achieved a grade 5 in both English and Maths, with 87.6% achieving this at grade 4. More than 40% of the GCSE grades awarded were grade 7 and above, with 24.3% being awarded at grade 8 & 9. In 2025 students achieved an average grade of a B, with an average points score of 39.36. 35% of grades awarded were A/A and 67% of grades awarded were A‑B.

Benefits

A positive and innovative learning culture supported by students, staff, parents and governors. Enthusiastic students who enjoy learning and engage positively in all aspects of school life. Access to high quality continuing professional development and the opportunity for personal growth and development. A collaborative and supportive attitude amongst staff which promotes a sense of teamwork and unity.