Teacher of Physics

Location:

Riga, LV

Date: 29 Nov 2024

Application closing date: 31/01/2025

Inspired Education is the leading global group of premium schools, with a portfolio of 118 premium private schools spanning 6 continents which utilise proven educational practices from every corner of the globe, ensuring over 90,000 students receive a world-class learning experience from Kindergarten to Year 13.

In 27 countries, Inspired schools are individually developed and anchored in the vibrant cultures of their respective locations. They collectively form an international family of schools that nurtures each student's academic and personal development in a progressive, dynamic, and innovative learning environment.

By joining our award-winning team of over 13,000 employees, you can work in state-of-the-art facilities alongside industry-renowned educators and leaders in some of the world's most desirable locations. We invest heavily in our team members who enjoy industry-leading professional development, exceptional career opportunities, and mobility across our group.

ROLE SUMMARY:

King’s College School Latvia, a proud member of the Inspired Education Group, provides a transformative education for students aged 3-18. Located in a stunning 20,000m² campus in Riga, we follow the British curriculum, offering Cambridge IGCSEs and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP).

We are seeking an exceptional Teacher of Physics to join our dedicated team from August 2025. This is an exciting opportunity to inspire students, nurture a love for physics, and contribute to a culture of academic excellence.

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:

Plan prepare and present interesting and exciting Physics lessons.
Establish a teaching environment that is nurturing, and which promotes engaged learning.
Behave in a professional manner regarding punctuality, behaviour, standards of work and students’ homework.
Evaluate, reflect on and refine teaching practice.
Be open to continuously develop ones teaching through personal and school wide professional development.
Produce resources of a high standard for students.
Attend all special occasions at the discretion of the relevant Head.
Set and mark exams and all other forms of student evaluation.
The post holder is required to undertake any other reasonable tasks that the School Head/line manager determine.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:

A degree in Physics or a closely related subject, along with a teaching qualification (PGCE or equivalent).
Proven experience teaching Physics to IGCSE and IBDP levels with excellent academic outcomes.
A passion for science and the ability to inspire students through innovative teaching methods.
Strong organizational skills and a commitment to delivering high standards of education.
Confidence in using technology to support teaching and learning.
A positive, adaptable mindset, with a focus on collaboration and professional growth.

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.

Visit our careers site for more information; https://jobs.inspirededu.com