Taecher of Science (Biology or Physics)

Hinchley Wood School; Esher; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A high-achieving educational institution in Esher is seeking a Teacher of Science (Biology or Physics) to join their thriving department. The successful candidate will deliver innovative lessons and be part of a collaborative team dedicated to student success. This role offers exceptional support and training along with a competitive salary and generous benefits, including professional development opportunities and a great work-life balance.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Professional development support

Cycle to work scheme

Free onsite fitness suite

Generous employer pension contributions

Personal business day

Early finish on Fridays

Qualifications

• Seeking a biologist or physicist with A-level experience.
• Must be able to deliver innovative and enjoyable science lessons.

Responsibilities

• Join a committed team of teachers to enhance student learning.
• Deliver engaging science classes to students of all abilities.

Skills

A-level experience

Ability to deliver innovative lessons

Enthusiasm for teaching

Job description

TEACHER OF SCIENCE - BIOLOGY OR PHYSICS

To commence September 2026

Full time or part time applications considered (please state clearly on the application)

We are seeking a biologist or physicist, ideally with A-level experience, to join us from January. If you are a talented, highly motivated practitioner with the ability and enthusiasm to deliver innovative and enjoyable lessons we would love to hear from you. Science is a strong and thriving department, staffed by a committed, collaborative and supportive team of thirteen teachers and four technicians.

About Us

Hinchley Wood School is an inclusive and high achieving school on the borders of SW London. We have over 1,400 students on roll including 300 in our Sixth Form and are one of the top 200 performing schools in England and Wales in terms of the very significantly above progress our students make at GCSE and A level. Our Science Department is in the top 5% of schools nationally. We are extremely proud of our students' academic achievements, but we also celebrate student progress and development in all areas, and we enjoy outstanding sporting and creative achievements.

In return for your hard work, we offer exceptional support and training and the rewards that come with teaching science to students who really want to learn. If you are an outstanding, inspirational teacher with a strong desire to help students of all abilities to achieve the best they can, whilst fulfilling your own potential, then we would be very pleased to hear from you. We take staff and student wellbeing very seriously and have invested time and money in ensuring that all members of our school feel supported and happy. As well as the opportunity to work in an Ofsted Outstanding school, we offer:

• a competitive salary (London Fringe Pay Scale/dependent upon experience);
• professional development support and an extensive CPD programme;
• two-week autumn half term;
• early close to students at 1.30 on Friday afternoon plus an early finish once a fortnight;
• Personal business day;
• generous employer pension contributions;
• cycle to work scheme and free onsite fitness suite;
• This role meets the school's priority admissions criteria, enabling any children of the postholder to be considered for priority admission to the school upon commencement of role;
• Thriving staff enrichment offer.

Deadline for applications is: Friday 12th December 2025 (9am).

Early enquiries and applications encouraged and we reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to the advert deadline.