Teacher of Physics - The Misbourne School

Buckinghamshire Council; Great Missenden; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Great Missenden is seeking a dedicated Teacher of Physics to join their Science team. The role requires a commitment to student development and emphasizes a collaborative, wellbeing-focused environment. Applicants should have QTS with a Physics specialty and a passion for inspiring students. This position offers a full-time/part-time contract with opportunities for professional development in a supportive academy setting.

Benefits

Wellbeing Charter

Training and development opportunities

Free access to gym

Cycle to Work Scheme

Free on-site parking

Skills

QTS with Physics speciality

Job description

Teacher of Physics - The Misbourne School

We're excited to offer an opportunity for a Teacher of Physics to join our outstanding Science team.

Term time only: Yes

Required: September 2026 or earlier

Contract type: Permanent

Hours: Full-time/Part-time

Interviews to be held: Tuesday 20 January 2026 or sooner

About us

The Misbourne is an 11-18 mixed school single-academy trust nestled in the picturesque village of Great Missenden in the heart of the Chilterns. We have over 1100 students on roll, including a successful and growing Sixth Form. We are proudly non-selective and inclusive, ensuring that we live and breathe our values: we are a community that values learning, promotes kindness and strives for excellence in all we do. We are the Lead School for Careers in Bucks.

Our staff tell us they genuinely feel like part of a team; a team who are striving to help each student flourish both academically and personally. As our greatest asset, we place great emphasis on staff wellbeing evidenced in our Wellbeing Charter.

Excerpts from our successful 2022 Ofsted inspection include:

• Pupils told inspectors that the clear and fair behaviour system helps them to behave well.
• Relationships between staff and pupils are strong.
• Pupils' conduct around the school is orderly and calm.
• Pastoral care puts the child at the heart of everything the school does.

What we offer you:

• An academy that puts wellbeing at the top of their priorities, evidenced by our Wellbeing Charter.
• Students who are a pleasure to work with.
• Great training and development opportunities.
• An experienced, friendly, and collaborative team of staff.
• A two-week October half-term.
• Free access to our own fully-fitted gym (subject to opening hours).
• Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Free on-site parking.

Are you ready to join a school that truly values you?

At The Misbourne, we're not just offering a job — we're offering a professional home. Our school is built on our shared values of Learning, Kindness, and Excellence. We are proud to place our staff at the heart of everything we do.

It is an exciting time to work with the Science team, with large numbers of students choosing to study the triple sciences at GCSE, along with ever-increasing numbers of students studying the sciences including Physics at A level.

Why join our science Team:

• Dedicated Resources: Work in one of eight dedicated, well-equipped labs with newly installed interactive Promethean boards, equipped to deliver specialist teaching to A-level.
• Expert Support: be part of a thirteen‑strong team, fully supported by three experienced Science Technicians who ensure maximum practical opportunities.
• Collaborative Culture: shared, fully-resourced curriculum resources mean you can focus on teaching and professional development, and to support staff wellbeing.
• Focus on STEM: be part of our fantastic team of staff who aim to inspire students through a focus on careers, educational visits and talks that integrate within the science curriculum. The department plays a full part in the academy's role as Lead Careers School for Bucks (and an Area of Excellence recognised nationally by Challenge Partners).

The KS3 curriculum covers a broad range of topics and is taught to provide the foundation knowledge required for success in the sciences. At GCSE we follow the AQA Triple Science and Trilogy Science courses. At A‑Level, Physics follows the AQA specification.

About you

• QTS with Physics speciality

Other information

If you are a professional who wants to work in an academy that places the highest value on its staff body, we urge you to get in touch. Don't just take our word for it—come and visit us!

We would be delighted to invite prospective applicants to visit our school and experience first‑hand what makes us a great place to work. To arrange a visit contact [e-mail].

The Misbourne reserves the right to close and shortlist early, therefore early applications are encouraged. Please note all shortlisted applicants will be subject to a pre‑employment check.

The Misbourne is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. An offer of appointment is subject to satisfactory references, DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) Enhanced Disclosure and medical clearance.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare:

• All unspent convictions and conditional cautions
• All spent convictions and adult cautions that are not protected (i.e. that are not filtered out) as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2020).

It is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. All shortlisted applicants will be required to complete self‑disclosure form and return prior to interview.