Science Teacher (Physics Specialist) – Renowned Secondary School in Bath

Start Date: September 2026

Contract: Full-time Permanent

Salary: Paid to scale

A renowned Secondary School in Bath is seeking a professional highly analytical and exceptionally organised Science Teacher specializing in Physics to join their high-performing STEM faculty. This role is a premier opportunity to lead advanced physics instruction mathematical modeling and practical kinematics workshops within a school that consistently sends students to elite engineering and physical sciences university programs.

The successful candidate will provide day-to-day instructional leadership across Key Stages 3 4 and 5. Your timetable will involve deconstructing fundamental mechanics energy transformations and electromagnetism at Key Stage 3 and GCSE alongside delivering advanced quantum mechanics astrophysics and circuit thermodynamics modules to ambitious A-Level cohorts. You will work closely with a highly skilled technician team to safely manage equipment arrays track student progress data using the schools central MIS and coordinate extracurricular programs such as engineering clubs and national physics olympiads.

Absolute professionalism strong mathematical literacy and a collaborative mindset are vital to balancing busy experimental schedules with structured student monitoring and target reporting.

This is a historic well-established 11 to 18 school in Bath known for its traditional academic rigor outstanding student conduct and state-of-the-art facilities. The science wing features university-grade physics laboratories specialized simulation software and dedicated preparation hubs.

The teaching staff enjoy a highly supportive professional culture with visible senior leadership shared planning resources to manage workloads and excellent funded routes for continuous specialized scientific and safety training (CLEAPSS).

• A recognized teaching qualification (PGCE QTS or equivalent) with a degree in Physics Engineering or a highly related numerical discipline

• Proven experience planning and delivering Physics up to GCSE and A-Level specifications

• Clear understanding of school laboratory safety protocols and compliance (CLEAPSS & COSHH)

• Excellent IT literacy with the confidence to utilize central tracking systems to monitor student progress data

• Strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative approach to curriculum planning

To apply please send your comprehensive CV as soon as possible.