Physics Teacher

Long Term Futures; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals provided for staff

Weekly pay via digital system

Job summary

Long Term Futures is delighted to partner with a prestigious Independent Boys' Secondary School in Edgbaston to recruit an outstanding Physics Teacher for a full-time maternity cover. The role runs from January 2027 to November 2027, with potential for extension or permanency.

The successful candidate will deliver GCSE and A-Level Physics to academically selective pupils. Working within a high-achieving science department, you will plan, assess, and provide feedback to support progress, while

Qualifications

• QTS is essential.
• Strong knowledge of GCSE and A-Level Physics.
• Proven classroom management and high expectations.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging GCSE/A-Level Physics lessons.
• Assess, monitor and track pupil progress for outstanding outcomes.
• Create an inspiring classroom environment and encourage curiosity.
• Prepare pupils for internal assessments and external examinations.
• Provide timely feedback to support progress.
• Collaborate with colleagues to maintain high academic standards.
• Contribute to the wider life of the department and school.

Skills

GCSE/A-Level Physics

Classroom management

Communication

Organisational skills

Inspiring pupils

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Physics Teacher
Edgbaston, Birmingham
MPS/UPS (Paid to Scale)
Start Date: January 2027
Contract: Full-time, Maternity Cover (January 2027 - November 2027)

Long Term Futures is delighted to be working in partnership with a prestigious Independent Boys' Secondary School in Edgbaston to recruit an outstanding Physics Teacher for a full-time maternity cover position.
This role is scheduled to run from January 2027 until November 2027, with the potential for the contract to be extended or even become permanent. Further details regarding the future of the position will be discussed with shortlisted candidates during the interview process.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a high-achieving department where students are academically selected and demonstrate excellent attitudes towards learning. The successful candidate will be passionate about delivering exceptional Physics lessons and inspiring pupils to achieve academic excellence at both GCSE and A-Level.

About the Role
Working within a successful Science department, your responsibilities will include (but are not limited to):

• Planning and delivering engaging and challenging Physics lessons to GCSE and A-Level students
• Assessing, monitoring, and tracking pupil progress to ensure outstanding outcomes
• Creating an inspiring classroom environment that encourages curiosity and academic achievement
• Preparing pupils thoroughly for internal assessments and external examinations
• Providing timely and constructive feedback to support continued progress
• Working collaboratively with colleagues to maintain the school's exceptionally high academic standards
• Contributing to the wider life of the department and school where appropriate

The successful candidate will benefit from a well-balanced timetable comprising 39 teaching periods per week, with 9 protected non-contact periods dedicated to planning, preparation, and marking. Each lesson is 40 minutes in duration.

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) is essential

• Proven experience teaching GCSE and A-Level Physics
• Excellent subject knowledge and a passion for Physics
• Strong classroom management and high expectations of pupil achievement
• Ability to inspire academically able students to reach their full potential
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Committed to maintaining the highest standards of teaching and learning

Why Work with Long Term Futures?

• Opportunity to teach within a highly respected Independent Boys' Secondary School
• Competitive salary paid in line with MPS/UPS
• Potential for the role to be extended or become permanent
• Free meals provided for all staff every school day
• Weekly pay through a straightforward digital system
• Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant throughout your placement

Long Term Futures is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.