Head of Physics

You'll join a highly successful, well-resourced and collaborative science team of over 20 teachers and 4 technicians. The Science Department is well-established team of over 20 teachers and 4 technicians. We have an excellent record of academic success at both GCSE and A Level. Over 40% of our students study a Science based degree at top competitive UK and oversees universities, with students taking places at: Oxbridge colleges, Imperial and almost 100% success levels over the last 5 years in Medicine, Dentist and Veterinary Medicine course applications. A small, but growing, number of students are also achieving success in apprenticeship applications, including with the Dyson Institute. Over 70% of pupils take Separate Science, with a smaller cohort taking Combined Science. The Sixth Form is academically strong and a large number of students choose Biology, Chemistry, and Physics[DEL: :DEL] at A Level. What you'll be doing

• Deliver outstanding teaching across KS3, GCSE and A level, modelling best practice
• Drive continuous improvement through effective curriculum planning and innovation
• Use data and feedback to monitor progress and implement timely interventions
• Coach and develop colleagues, supporting consistently strong teaching
• Lead and inspire a high-performing physics department
• Enrich the pupil experience through co-curricular opportunities and wider school life
  
  An excellent physics teacher with strong subject knowledge
• Able to inspire pupils and support colleagues to achieve their best
• Organised, collaborative and an effective communicator
• Committed to high standards and continuous improvement
  
  Surbiton High School holds a Skilled Worker sponsorship licence and, subject to all the relevant legal requirements being met, we would be willing to consider sponsorship for the successful candidate.
Surbiton High School is culturally diverse and fully committed to celebrating and respecting inclusion and diversity throughout our community. Surbiton High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers, the Disclosure and Barring Service and online/social media searches. Please note that the School reserves the right to appoint at any stage during the recruitment process.