Physics Teacher

Career Choices Dewis Gyrfa Ltd; Calne; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK boarding school seeks a full-time Physics teacher to empower students and inspire a passion for learning. This role involves teaching A Level Physics, supporting up to 8 tutees, and contributing to a vibrant school community. Qualifications include a strong academic background and a good honours degree in Physics or a related subject. The school offers excellent benefits, including a generous pension scheme and fee reductions for dependents.

Benefits

Generous teaching-specific pension

School fee reduction for dependents

On-site sports club

School meals provided

Qualifications

• Strong academic background and degree in Physics or related subject.
• Ability to teach Physics to A Level.
• Up-to-date knowledge for pupils aged 11-18.

Responsibilities

• Full-time teaching (20 x 1-hour periods per week) with associated duties.
• One evening duty per week and support for up to 8 tutees.
• Contribute to a supportive community and promote core values.

Skills

Passion for learning

Excellent communication skills

Organizational skills

Ability to inspire confidence

Education

Honours degree in Physics or related subject

Qualified Teacher Status

Tools

ICT for administration and teaching

Job description

£28,985 to £48,254 per year, £28,985-£48,254 (teaching scale dependent on experience)

Contract Type:

Permanent

Hours:

Full time

Disability Confident:

Yes

Closing Date:

12/02/2026

About this job

Salary: £28,985-£48,254 (teaching scale dependent on experience) Hours of work: Full time Contract type: Permanent A bit about us: St Mary’s Calne is a leading UK boarding and day school for girls aged 11 to 18 in Wiltshire, shaped by the values of our full boarding ethos.

We cultivate a vibrant and supportive community where every pupil is known, valued, and inspired to flourish.

Our aim is to develop in each pupil confidence, independence, and the sense of purpose they need to succeed, supported always by a kind and caring community.

We are deeply committed to academic excellence, achieving outstanding results through exceptional teaching and a culture of curiosity, ambition, and intellectual growth.

Our exceptional facilities provide a vibrant foundation where each pupil is inspired to learn inside and outside the classroom.

We support the evolving aspirations of every pupil and equip each of them with the knowledge, skills, and self-belief to shape their own future and thrive in a rapidly changing world.

• Our expectations guide every pupil to grow with integrity and confidence: Be bold
• Step forward with confidence and pursue your goals with determination.

Stand up for what is right, even when it is not easy.

• Treat others with respect and compassion.

Help build a community where everyone feels valued for who they are.

Be you

• Celebrate your individuality and be true to yourself whilst upholding the values of our community.
• Passion/enthusiasm for learning and discovery Compassion
• Commitment to kindness, empathy, and understanding Courage
• The strength to face challenges and stay true to one’s values All about the role: Full time teaching (20 x 1-hour periods per week) with associated duties including one evening duty per week and support to up to 8 tutees.

Excellent benefits including a generous teaching specific pension, school fee reduction for dependents educated at St Mary’s Calne, St Margaret’s Calne (Prep) and the Bluebird Nursery.

On-site sports club, parking and school meals provided.

Person Specification

A strong academic background and a good honours degree in Physics or a related subject.

Ability to teach Physics to A Level.

Up to date knowledge of subject developments for pupils 11-
18. Qualified Teacher Status (desirable). An empathetic, enthusiastic and well-presented person, capable of inspiring confidence in pupils, parents and staff.

Ability to: work flexibly to fulfil the requirements of the post; prioritise; work calmly under pressure and respond positively to changing demands.

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with very good written and spoken English.

Excellent organisational and time management skills; competency in the use of ICT for administration and teaching purposes.

An understanding of the expectations, ethos and aims of a full boarding school.

Committed to the safeguarding and wellbeing of children and young people.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme