Head of Physics
Required for September 2026
We are a school that values diversity and individual contribution, supporting and encouraging staff to pursue their interests and achieve their ambitions.
We are seeking to employ an inspiring and enthusiastic teacher to lead this thriving department of 9 teachers and a dedicated Senior Technician. The Head of Physics is supported in their role by a Second in Department, sharing line management, curriculum and enrichment responsibilities.
Physics is a popular subject at all levels. Nearly all students take Physics in the Middle School and uptake at Physics A Level is impressive.
The department is committed to outstanding teaching and learning and students achieve superb results in the subject that are frequently above the school average. 83% of candidates achieved A*/A at A Level last summer and 73% of candidates were awarded a Grade 9 at GCSE.
Diversity – The School is fully committed to the principles of equal opportunity, diversity and inclusion. We have an established and representative staff Equality and Diversity Board to help drive forward positive change. A further Equality and Diversity Committee has recently been formed from our student population.
We are committed to attracting and retaining the very best staff, ensuring that our staff body reflects the diversity of our students and local community. Acknowledging a lack of ethnic diversity within our staff community, we particularly encourage applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic candidates for this role. All appointments will be made on merit, following a fair and transparent process. In line with the Equality Act 2010, however, the School may employ positive action where diverse candidates can demonstrate their ability to perform the role equally well.
To discover more about the role, our exciting plans for curriculum reform and our attractive staff benefits package, please visit our dedicated recruitment website: https://latymer.ciphr-irecruit.com
Further information about Latymer Upper School is available on www.latymer-upper.org. Discover more about our exciting plans for Middle School curriculum reform
The closing date for applications: 9am 18 March 2026
Interviews will take place on 23 March 2026
The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All posts are subject to an enhanced DBS check, online checks and receipt of two satisfactory references
