Temporary Graduate Teaching Assistant - Physics

The Physics subject area currently teaches the AQA GCE specification, with approximately 80 students in each year group. The department has a large laboratory and adjacent theory room with interactive whiteboard facilities and a rooftop observatory. Students have the opportunity to extend their work outside class through trips and visits.

In addition, the department contributes to a number of 14-19 science initiatives and has strong links with Manchester University (including providing Initial Teacher Training placements for many years), Lancaster University and UCLan and has contacts at companies such as Rolls Royce and WSP. The department also supports the ethos of the college by involvement in charity work and extra-curricular activities.

The subject area works closely with the other sciences and wider college teams in the college, including the A Level Biology and Chemistry as well as BTEC Applied Science staff.

The subject area has strong results. The enthusiastic team feels that active learning, especially practical work, plays a key role in the teaching and learning strategies within the department and this is supported by a highly qualified technician. The area is well resourced and prides itself both on the quality of its teaching and the support it gives to students. The subject area frequently reviews its teaching and learning strategies, to provide the opportunity for students to maximise their potential and enjoy the subject. This is an integral part of our departmental policy.

We are seeking to appoint a Graduate Teaching Assistant to deliver tuition to accelerate students' educational development and academic skills. This could be alongside teaching staff in the classroom, in small groups or on a one-to-one basis or alternatively by linking with the Learning Support Department.

The subject area and hours are as follows:

· Physics - 18 hours per week (term-time only)

It is essential that applicants are graduates, who have a real passion for their subject, a good level of academic knowledge, and an understanding of how their own specialism relates to other disciplines. They must also have clear and concise communication skills.

The role would particularly suit those considering a career in education, either teaching or supporting learning, and will provide some relevant, paid experience.

This post is temporary, to commence on 7th September 2026 to 9th July 2027.

For full details in relation to the College and the role, please see Applicant Information Pack attached. If you feel you meet the requirements of the post and are inspired by the prospect of taking up this important role at Holy Cross, so crucial for the College in so many ways, we hope you will apply to join us. Completed applications should be returned to the Human Resources Department (by email only) - hr@holycross.ac.uk.

Closing Date: 8.00am 25th June 2026

Interview Date: 2nd July 2026

Holy Cross College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All applicants are advised that any offer of appointment will be subject to Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) clearance as well as other relevant checks.

Prospective applicants who, because of a disability, would prefer job packs/application forms in a different format (e.g. large print) or would like help completing their application form should contact HR on to discuss their specific requirements.