Head of Electronics

Job Description

Head of Subject A Level Electronics
Colchester Area Essex
September 2026 Start
Up to 54029 per annum (dependent on experience)
Full Time (Part Time considered over 4 days minimum)

Local Education is currently supporting an outstanding sixth form college in the recruitment of a Head of Subject for A Level Electronics starting in September 2026.

This is an exciting opportunity for an inspirational and enthusiastic Electronics specialist to lead and coordinate a successful subject area within a well-established Chemical and Physical Sciences department.

The department currently supports around 600 students overall with approximately 55 students studying Electronics and 250 studying Physics. The wider department benefits from experienced teaching staff dedicated technicians and a strong academic culture.

The successful candidate will:

• Lead and coordinate the delivery of A Level Electronics
• Deliver engaging and high-quality lessons to Post-16 learners
• Support curriculum development and student achievement
• Monitor progress retention and value-added outcomes
• Contribute to wider departmental enrichment opportunities
• Potentially undertake a pastoral/personal tutor role

The ideal candidate will:

• Hold relevant teaching qualifications
• Have strong subject knowledge within Electronics
• Be passionate about Post-16 education
• Demonstrate strong classroom practice and leadership qualities
• Have a collaborative and student-focused approach
• Experience teaching an additional A Level subject would be advantageous but is not essential

The college offers:

• A highly supportive and academic environment
• Excellent facilities and departmental support
• Opportunities for progression and professional development
• Motivated and high-achieving students

Applications are being reviewed on a rolling basis and the college reserves the right to interview before the closing date.

For further information or to apply please contact Local Education directly.