Teacher of Science with possible TLR2a for Physics Lead

Coombeshead Academy; Highweek; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Family atmosphere

Curriculum innovation

Load-reduction resources

Supportive leadership

Job summary

Coombeshead Academy in Highweek, England, is seeking a passionate Physics Lead to drive the Physics curriculum across Key Stages 3-5 and deliver inspiring lessons including A-Level Physics at KS5.

You will work with the CTL to develop the Physics curriculum, lead department CPD, and implement robust QA processes. A TLR2a is available for the right candidate.

Qualifications

• Qualified teacher with Physics specialism and QTS.
• Experience leading a Science department.
• Ability to deliver A-Level Physics across KS5.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage Physics curriculum across KS3-5.
• Drive student progress, ambition and attainment in Physics.
• Support the CTL in QA processes across the department.
• Lead subject-specific CPD for Science staff.
• Carry out other duties to support departmental goals.

Skills

Physics expertise

Curriculum leadership

CPD delivery

Quality assurance

Education

QTS

Job description

The Physics Lead is responsible for leading and managing the Physics curriculum to ensure outstanding Science provision across Key Stages 3-5.

• Partnering with the CTL to develop and manage the Physics curriculum across all key stages.
• Driving student progress, ambition, and attainment in Physics.
• Supporting the CTL in implementing robust quality assurance processes across the department.
• Leading subject-specific CPD and professional growth opportunities for Science staff.
• Carrying out other reasonable duties as required to support departmental goals.

Education South West is committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post. This includes checks with past employers, an online check of publicly available information, including social media, and an enhanced disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service

Salary: MPS/UPS plus possible TLR2a (£3683)

Required from January 2027 - A passionate Teacher of Science with a Physics specialism. You will deliver inspiring Science lessons across Key Stages 3-5, including A-Level Physics at KS5. You will join the vibrant and friendly Science department at Coombeshead Academy, a thriving 11-18 school within Education South West. For a suitably qualified and experienced candidate, a TLR is available for the role of Physics Lead.

Science is a highly successful department gaining strong outcomes across all key stages.

What we can offer you:

• The opportunity to work in a school where all staff are viewed as part of the family
• Somewhere where leaders look after you as well as encourage you to pursue your aspirations and goals as part of our trust, teaching and research school
• An organisation where curriculum design and innovation are valued and respected
• A school where the classroom and the learning experience for young people is the centre of everything that we do
• A school with a healthy view of the work life balance needed to be a great teacher
• Excellent schemes of learning and pre-planned resources to support workload reduction.
• A sensible and balanced approach to assessment to further reduce workload.
• The freedom to experiment in your own classroom.
• A clear behaviour policy which supports you to be able to teach with enthusiasm and freedom to a receptive audience.
• Opportunities to share your practice and learn from others across the trust and the teaching school alliance.