Science Teacher (Physics Specialist)

ROLE SUMMARY:

Wetherby Pembridge is an exceptional co-educational senior school in Olympia, London, opened in September 2025. Building on the heritage of Wetherby and Pembridge Hall, the school combines academic excellence, a rigorous curriculum and Inspired’s global teaching practices with university preparation, international exchanges and summer camps.

With state-of-the-art science labs, a seven-floor atrium library, professional theatre facilities, creative arts programmes and outstanding sports provision, the school offers a premium education for students in Years 7–13, with year groups expanding over time.

We are delighted to welcome applications from outstanding, dynamic and suitably experienced individuals for the role of Teacher of Science, with a specialism in Physics, to be in post for September 2027. This is a superb opportunity for the right candidate to leverage their experience as a Physics specialist in a high-performing school environment to contribute to the ongoing development of world-class Science provision at Wetherby Pembridge, making full use of the school’s state-of-the-art floor of science laboratories. Working closely with the Founding Leadership Team and Head of Science, the successful candidate will have a major role in helping to develop an innovative, ambitious and comprehensive Science programme for this exciting next chapter in the Wetherby Pembridge journey.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Teaching a full timetable allocation, covering a general Science curriculum in Years 7-8 and Physics from Year 9 upwards, including the preparation of classes for public examinations

· Planning, preparing and delivering excellent lessons, including working with the SENDCo to ensure that Science teaching at Wetherby Pembridge makes appropriate provision for candidates with additional needs

· Planning and leading engaging, safe and rigorous practical work, including the required practicals for public examinations, in line with CLEAPSS guidance and the school’s health and safety policies

· Working closely with laboratory technicians to ensure that practical resources are prepared, maintained and used safely and efficiently

· Contributing to the development of ambitious Schemes of Work in Science and Physics

· Promoting the study of Science, and Physics in particular, throughout the school

· Attending and contributing to regular departmental meetings

· Contributing to and, where appropriate, leading super-curricular provision within Science (e.g. Science clubs, Crest Award, and the British Physics Olympiad competitions), and helping to foster a culture in which broad and regular super-curricular engagement is a routine aspect of student life

· Taking part in lesson observations and work scrutinies

· Having an open and proactive attitude to continuing professional development

· Assisting as required, in liaison with the Admissions Department, with the development and marking of assessment papers for candidates for entry to the school via the standard entry route and via Scholarship

· As required, setting and marking internal examinations

· Cooperating with all colleagues to ensure that Wetherby Pembridge, and in particular its laboratories, remain tidy, organised, safe and inspiring learning environments

· Liaising with the Senior Leadership Team and others as appropriate to help develop and support Community Partnership opportunities

· For the right candidate, opportunities may exist for additional responsibilities, e.g. coaching Games, contributing to pastoral oversight etc.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:

• PGCE, QTS or equivalent; a Bachelor’s degree from a recognised university and the right to work in the UK
• Significant experience delivering outstanding Physics provision in a high-performing school
• Ability to teach Physics to A Level and Biology and Chemistry to at least Year 9
• Strong knowledge of laboratory health and safety
• Resilience, drive, humour and perspective to thrive in a fast-paced, ambitious environment
• Alignment with Wetherby Pembridge’s values and ethos
• Excellent subject knowledge, classroom practice, preparation and planning
• Ability to assess learning, adapt teaching and use technology to enhance learning and feedback
• Commitment to student welfare, safeguarding, child protection and equal opportunities, including tutoring and supporting PSHE
• Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills, with the ability to work independently
• Commitment to professional development and a positive, flexible approach
• Ability to engage and motivate students and support their academic and personal development
• Effective workload management and ability to meet deadlines under pressure
• Enthusiasm for the wider life of the school, including at least two significant co-curricular responsibilities for full-time teachers
• Personal responsibility for health and safety

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.

SCHOOL APPLICATION FORM:

Please download and complete our Inspired Application Form and submit alongside your CV.

Inspired Academic Teaching Application Form