Lead Practitioner of Physics

EdEx – Education Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 72,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency is seeking a qualified Lead Practitioner of Physics for a high-performing school in Southwark. The role entails leading teaching quality in the Science department and teaching KS4 & KS5 Physics. Candidates should have UK QTS and strong academic abilities. The position offers a full-time, permanent contract with a salary range of £72,858 - £79,385. Benefits include private healthcare and access to fitness facilities.

Benefits

Private healthcare

Use of school gym

Swimming pool access

Free staff lunches

Pastries on Fridays

Qualifications

• Must be a qualified Physics Teacher with UK QTS.
• Strong academic ability and experience teaching to KS5 is essential.
• Experience in high-performing schools is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Lead the quality of teaching & learning within the Science department.
• Teach KS4 & KS5 Physics on a reduced timetable.

Skills

Qualified Physics Teacher

Strong academic ability

Experience teaching to KS5

Team player

Guiding and mentoring teachers

Education

UK QTS

Job description

Lead Practitioner of Physics - Southwark

A high‑performing school in Southwark is searching for a Lead Practitioner of Physics to join their thriving Science department. The school boasts impressive facilities, excellent behaviour and even better results, which put them in the top 10 schools in the country.

Physics has been a growing, popular subject at the school. In 2025, A Level Physics outcomes were 36% A*-A & 50% A*-B. Their GCSE results were an impressive 100% grade 9-7.

If you are a bright Physics Teacher with a strong academic background and the ability to teach up to KS5 Physics, we want to hear from you. Ideally, you will be able to start in January but later start dates will be considered for strong candidates.

Read the full details below before applying to this Lead Practitioner of Physics role:

JOB SPECIFICATION - Lead Practitioner of Physics

• Lead Practitioner of Physics
• Full time, permanent contract. Part time considered.
• L9-L13 £72,858 - £79,385 per annum
• Leading the quality of teaching & learning within the Science department.
• Teaching KS4 & KS5 Physics, on a reduced timetable
• January 2026 start ideally. Later starts considered.

CANDIDATE SPECIFICATION - Lead Practitioner of Physics

• Qualified Physics Teacher with UK QTS
• Strong academic ability and experience teaching to KS5
• Experience teaching in high‑performing schools beneficial
• A team player who can guide and mentor other teachers
• Prior middle leadership experience beneficial

SCHOOL INFORMATION - Lead Practitioner of Physics

• Outstanding Secondary School, 11-18
• Top 10 in the country for Progress 8
• Excellent facilities, a calm learning environment and brilliant behaviour
• Established, reputable and solid SLT
• Lot's of perks available for staff, including private healthcare, use of school gym, swimming pool, free staff lunches, pastries on a Friday and more.
• Located in Southwark, SE London
• Free parking on site or 10 mins train from London Bridge

If you're a qualified Physics Teacher interested in this Lead Practitioner of Physics position, please apply today.

You will be contacted within a few hours of applying if you meet the criteria. Your application will remain confidential until all the details of the school have been discussed and you have confirmed your interest in attending a visit or interview.

Lead Practitioner of Physics - Southwark