Physics Teacher

Tradewind Recruitment; Chipping Barnet; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment is seeking a dedicated Physics teacher for a high-achieving secondary school in the Borough of Barnet. You will plan and deliver Physics lessons across KS3 to KS5 in eight science laboratories with modern facilities.

The role requires a QTS or equivalent qualification and an Enhanced DBS; we expect a proactive, collaborative educator. The successful candidate will join a department of 10 teachers and 4 support staff, with laptops provided and a supportive structure for

Qualifications

• Recent graduate or experienced teacher.
• Cheerful, enthusiastic and well-presented, capable of inspiring confidence in pupils and parents.
• Excellent communication skills, oral, written and in ICT.
• Capable of working independently and as part of a team and contributing to Departmental resources.
• Commitment to continuing professional development through INSET.

Responsibilities

• Plan and prepare lessons for KS3-KS4 General Science with KS5 Physics.
• Teach Physics to KS5 and other science lessons as required.
• Be available to start from September 2026 and hold QTS or equivalent qualification.

Skills

Physics

Teaching

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

QTS or equivalent teaching qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Teacher of Physics

Start date: September 2026

Salary: MPS, Outer London

A dedicated and dynamic teacher of secondary science is required to teach Physics to KS5 at an excellent secondary school in the Borough of Barnet.

The Science department at this very high achieving school currently consists of 10 full-time teachers and four technical staff. The subject is taught in eight well-equipped laboratories, each with the facility for data projection. There is also a large department office with photocopying and printing facilities as well as plenty of storage for the department's resources.

All members of staff are provided with laptops.

JOB SPECIFICATION

The successful candidate will be a Physics specialist expected to plan and prepare lessons for KS3-KS4 General Science with KS5 Physics.

Essential Criteria:

• Either a recent graduate or an experienced teacher
• A cheerful, enthusiastic and well-presented person, capable of inspiring confidence in pupils and parents.
• Excellent communication skills, oral, written and in the use of ICT (Microsoft Office).
• Capable of working independently and as part of a team and willing to contribute to Departmental resources.
• Calmness and efficiency and the ability to work under pressure at certain times.
• Commitment to continuing professional development through attendance at INSET
• Fully aware of Health & Safety issues.
• Aware of the nature of the School and prepared to commit to its all-round ethos, extra-curricular activities and pastoral approach.

Desirable Criteria:

• The ability to develop and maintain effective relationships with all members of the school community and outside agencies
• An ability to offer skills in some part of the extra-curricular programme of the school
• Enjoy rising to the challenge inherent in a school environment
• Willing to participate in our extensive programme of trips and exchanges during the School holidays.
• Prepared to work hard with energy and enthusiasm

To join us and be successful in this Physics teacher role, you will need to:

• Be available to start from September 2026
• Hold QTS status or equivalent teaching qualification.
• Have an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) and professional reference checks.
• Have a CV that covers the last 10 years of employment history where possible and any employment breaks must be explained.
• Have the legal right to work in the UK.