Teacher of Physics

Fairfax School; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent educational institution in Birmingham is seeking a Teacher of Physics to join its committed team. The role involves setting high expectations, promoting positive outcomes through structured lesson planning, and adapting teaching to meet students' needs. The successful candidate will demonstrate solid subject knowledge and maintain high standards of professional conduct. This position offers numerous benefits, including professional development opportunities and a focus on wellbeing for both staff and students.

Benefits

Educational support

Flexi perks

Salary sacrifice scheme

Perkbox subscription

Access to wellness programmes

Free flu jabs

Qualifications

• Ability to set high expectations that motivate students.
• Experience in planning well-structured lessons.
• Strong subject knowledge and curriculum understanding.

Responsibilities

• Set high expectations in a productive learning environment.
• Promote good outcomes by planning well-structured lessons.
• Adapt teaching to meet individual student needs.

Skills

Subject knowledge in Physics

Lesson planning

Assessment skills

Adaptability

Professional conduct

Job description

We are looking for a Teacher of Physics to join a well‑led and motivated team committed to continuous improvement. In this role, you will:

Responsibilities

• Set high expectations which motivate and challenge students in a productive learning environment
• Promote good outcomes by students, planning well‑structured lessons
• Demonstrate good subject and curriculum knowledge
• Adapt teaching to respond to the strengths and needs of all students
• Make accurate and productive use of assessment
• Fulfil wider professional responsibilities with high standards of personal and professional conduct

About Us

Fairfax Academy, part of the Fairfax Multi‑Academy Trust, has been on a path of continued improvement to become an outstanding provider of education and wellbeing. With attendance above the national average and improved behaviour, Fairfax nurtures holistic development. We are a large academy with just over 1 500 students from Years 7 to 13, and we value creating a sense of belonging with a House System that generates a family feel amongst our students.

The Trust includes four academies in and around Birmingham that offer outstanding quality of education. We recognise each child as an individual and deliver exceptional pastoral care to ensure their happiness. Academic achievement is emphasised, but we also take a holistic view of education, maintaining exciting extracurricular programmes to create well‑rounded young adults.

Benefits

• Educational support
• Flexi perks
• Salary sacrifice scheme
• Perkbox subscription
• Professional learning and regular training
• Counselling, Mental Health First Aiders and access to a Wellness Hub
• Wellbeing updates and stress management guidance
• Menopause awareness training
• Free flu jabs
• Access to fitness programmes, including yoga, HIIT and more
• Access to physical activities during our Trust‑wide Wellbeing Week
• Diet and nutrition webinars

Qualifications & Requirements

The successful candidate will therefore be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) as well as provide evidence of qualifications. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (2013 and 2020). Certain convictions and cautions are considered ‘protected’ and do not need to be disclosed to employers. Guidance about whether a conviction or caution should be disclosed can be found on the Ministry of Justice website.

Fairfax Multi‑Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Closing Date

Midday on 12 January 2026