Head of Physics

JOB TITLE - Head of Physics


ABOUT THE SCHOOL

Prospero Teaching is looking for a Head of Physics for an Ofsted Good Secondary school in Islington, North London.
The school is a medium size mainstream Secondary School with a supportive department. The school is going from strength to strength and providing CPD throughout the year. The school does have a 6th form, although most of the timetable for this role will be key stage 3 and key stage 4.
The position is open to both NQTs and experienced teachers. Depending on performance the school would look at either extending the contract or offering a permanent position.


CONTRACT DETAILS

Location - Islington, North London
Position - Head of Physics
Type of work - PE Teacher
Contract or position start date - September 2025
Duration / Likely Duration - Full academic year
Contract or position end date (if applicable) -
Contract type (temp/perm/temp to perm) - Permanent
Full time/part time - Full time
Minimum rate of pay - Paid to scale
Hours - 8:30 am - 4pm, plus parents evenings


EXPERIENCE, TRAINING AND QUALIFICATIONS
QTS or equivalent
Minimum 1 year teaching experience in the UK
Up to date Safeguarding training issued in the last year


TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR THIS ROLE THROUGH PROSPERO TEACHING, YOU MUST:
Hold Right to Work in the UK
Hold an enhanced child barred list DBS certificate registered with the online update service or be willing to process a new application
Provide two professional child related references that cover the last 2 years


OTHER
If you would like to be considered for this role, please apply with a copy of your up to date CV. Unfortunately, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.


Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. The successful candidate will be required to register and have passed all safeguarding/vetting checks with Prospero Teaching in order to fill this vacancy. Any adult working with children and vulnerable young people are responsible for safeguarding and protecting the welfare of the children and young people.




Prospero Teaching is able to offer the successful candidate:
Accredited continued professional development courses including safeguarding and behaviour management
In-house Training and Development Team