Physics Teacher

ROLE SUMMARY:

PaRK International School is a top-tier international school based in the beautiful city of Lisbon, that aims to guide and inspire students to be happy and successful in their adult lives. The school has built a reputation for gaining outstanding academic results whilst ensuring every member of the community is treated as an individual. Students leave our school prepared for academic excellence, proficient in more than one language and comfortable with exploring their own academic curiosity through research and exploration. 

PaRK is a true international community serving students from over 60 different countries. PaRK students make friends for life and understand the importance of service within one’s neighbourhood and the World through practical engagement.

While PaRK is an organisation committed to academic excellence, we believe that this is only possible if we are also committed to the personal and professional growth of our staff. All staff are encouraged to engage in professional development activities, working with other colleagues to improve their practice and the practice of others. 

All staff at ParK IS are actively involved in the pastoral life of school, the school strives to ensure students reach their academic potential whilst still being able to develop key social skills needed to thrive later in life. The role will also offer the opportunity for contribution to co-curricular clubs and enrichment.

We are looking for a well-qualified and talented teacher of Physics to join our team in August 2025.

In addition to your interest in this role, you might also be interested in our annual in-person global career event, taking place in London on Saturday 18th January 2025. This school and up to 35 other schools from across the UK and international Inspired Education network will be attending and looking to speak to people seeking a new teaching role from August 2025. For more information and to register your interest in the event, please click here: https://jobs.inspirededu.com/job-invite/3761/

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Inspire and Motivate: Build trust and confidence with students, colleagues, and parents, encouraging student engagement and enthusiasm for learning physics.

• Deliver Effective Instruction: Plan and deliver high-quality lessons aligned with the GCSE, A-Level, or IBDP Physics curricula, ensuring student progress and understanding of key concepts.

• Individual Learning Support: Target individual learning needs by differentiating instruction and providing additional support where necessary, helping all students achieve their potential.

• Classroom Management: Maintain high standards of behaviour and discipline, fostering a safe, respectful, and productive learning environment.

• Utilize Assessments: Use formative and summative assessments to monitor student progress, inform teaching adjustments, and ensure students meet academic targets.

• Curriculum Development: Contribute to the ongoing improvement of the Physics curriculum, incorporating innovative teaching practices and resources to enhance student learning experiences.

• Pastoral Care: Promote the well-being of students by addressing academic and personal challenges, collaborating with the school’s well-being team and communicating effectively with parents.

• Participation in School Life: Support the school’s extracurricular programs, including trips and student-led projects, and contribute to whole-school learning initiatives.

• Continuous Improvement: Engage in professional development to stay current with best teaching practices and apply new learning to improve teaching effectiveness.

• School Community Contribution: Collaborate with colleagues, contribute to the school’s development plans, and actively support the school’s ethos, values, and broader educational goals.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:

• A relevant degree in Physics or a related field, with a valid teaching qualification (such as PGCE, QTS, or equivalent).

• Proven experience teaching Physics at the secondary level, with expertise in GCSE, A-Level, or IBDP curricula.

• Strong classroom management skills, ensuring high standards of behaviour and fostering a safe, respectful learning environment.

• Ability to differentiate instruction, meeting the individual learning needs of students with varying abilities.

• Proficiency in using modern technology to enhance teaching and learning experiences.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with students, colleagues, and parents.

• Commitment to continuous professional development, staying updated with current teaching practices and curriculum developments.

• A collaborative mindset, working effectively within a team and contributing to whole-school improvement initiatives.

• Passion for extracurricular activities, participating in trips and projects that support student engagement and enrichment beyond the classroom.

• A proactive approach to pastoral care, ensuring student well-being and addressing personal or academic challenges.

SAFEGUARDING STATEMENT

Inspired Education Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practices and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.