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Location: Cheltenham
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent
Salary: Highly Competitive + Accommodation Allowance + Pension
An elite co-educational independent boarding school near Cheltenham is seeking an ambitious and intellectually curious Physics Teacher to join its thriving STEM faculty. This historic institution, known for academic rigour and innovation, offers an exceptional platform for teaching Physics from Year 9 through to A-Level and IB Higher Physics. The successful candidate will also mentor pupils involved in the British Physics Olympiad and university admissions preparation, including STEP and PAT.
The department benefits from state-of-the-art resources including a school observatory, high-speed data capture for practical physics, and active collaborations with institutions such as CERN and the Institute of Physics.
Teachers enjoy small class sizes, enabling Socratic dialogue and extended practical inquiry. Support for postgraduate qualifications, Chartered Physics Teacher status, and international CPD is robust and generously funded.
This is a rare opportunity to live and teach in a uniquely academic yet nurturing environment. Accommodation or an allowance is provided, along with subsidised meals, use of school facilities (gym, pool, grounds), and complimentary CPD.
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Cutting-edge teaching tools, including a FabLab, robotics hub, and full data-logging infrastructure.
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Funded visits to international physics conferences and space science outreach projects.
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Opportunities for rapid progression to Head of Physics or House Tutor roles.
Applicants should possess a degree in Physics or a related field, QTS/PGCE (or willingness to obtain), and a passion for inspiring young scientists. Experience in the independent or IB sector is advantageous. Enhanced DBS required.
