Physics Teacher | Birmingham Independent Girls' School

Contract & Start: Permanent, Full-Time | January 2026

About the Role This distinguished Independent Girls' School in Birmingham is seeking a highly motivated and academically rigorous Physics Teacher for a permanent, full-time position commencing January 2026. This is a key role within the Science faculty, demanding passion and expertise to inspire the school's bright pupils. The successful candidate will join a school dedicated to intellectual ambition and providing an unrivalled education to girls who will go on to study demanding STEM subjects at leading universities. Applications from all backgrounds, including experienced staff and Early Career Teachers (ECTs), are strongly encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver challenging, high-quality Physics lessons across the age range (Years 7-13), fostering a strong theoretical and practical understanding.
• Drive experimental rigour and critical analyse skills, preparing students for success in A-Level examinations and highly competitive university applications (including Oxbridge and Russell Group institutions).
• Contribute actively to the wider Science and STEM culture of the school through enrichment programmes and co-curricular activities.
• Maintain meticulous oversight of student progress, ensuring tailored support allows all girls to develop their individual strengths and passions.
• Participate fully in the pastoral and co-curricular life of the school community.

Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent and a relevant degree specialism in Physics.
• Proven experience teaching Physics to A-Level, or clear potential if applying as an ECT.
• A commitment to intellectual ambition and inspiring the next generation of female scientists.
• Exceptional classroom practice and an ability to present complex material clearly and enthusiastically.
• A willingness to embrace the school’s high expectations and collaborative working environment.

Benefits

• A highly competitive salary placed on the school's own independent pay scale, determined based on experience and significantly above national standards.
• Enrolment in a generous pension scheme with substantial employer contributions.
• The opportunity to work on a sprawling 50-acre site with excellent, extensive facilities.
• Structured support and mentorship for ECTs or staff new to the independent sector.
• Generous non-contact time to facilitate high-quality planning and preparation.

About the School Located in Birmingham, this Independent All-Girls School (age 11-18) is renowned for being synonymous with intellectual ambition. With a clear mission to educate the brightest minds irrespective of background, the school consistently achieves outstanding results as a natural consequence of its inspiring curriculum. The school maintains a highly stimulating environment where girls are encouraged to excel academically, secure places at the best universities, and develop into confident leaders.