Physics Teacher

Physics Teacher – Secondary School

Location:

Barnet, London
Salary: £37,870–£56,154 per annum (M1–UPS3)

Contract:

Full-time, long-term

Start Date:

8 September 2026
Key Stages: KS3–KS5

Teach Now is recruiting an enthusiastic and knowledgeable Physics Teacher for a secondary school in Barnet from September 2026.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Physics specialist who enjoys combining strong subject knowledge with engaging practical teaching. You will join a Science department teaching pupils across KS3 and KS4, with opportunities to teach Physics at KS5 depending on experience and timetable requirements.

Applications are welcomed from both Early Career Teachers and experienced Physics Teachers.

The Role

As Physics Teacher, you will:

Plan and deliver engaging Physics and Science lessons across the secondary age range

Teach GCSE Physics/Combined Science and contribute to KS3 Science

Teach A-Level Physics where appropriate

Use practical investigation, modelling and real-world examples to develop understanding

Assess pupil progress and use assessment effectively to inform future teaching

Maintain high expectations for behaviour, participation and achievement

Differentiate teaching to ensure pupils with different starting points can make progress

Contribute to curriculum planning and Science department development

Participate fully in the wider life of the school

Requirements

Applicants should have:

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification

A strong academic background in Physics or a closely related subject

The ability to teach Physics confidently at GCSE level

Strong classroom and behaviour-management skills

An understanding of current secondary-school teaching, assessment and safeguarding expectations

An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one

The right to work in the UK

Satisfactory professional references

A Physics degree and experience teaching A-Level Physics are desirable but will depend on the particular timetable.

What’s On Offer?

Salary of £37,870–£56,154 (M1–UPS3), dependent on experience and pay-scale position

Supportive departmental environment

Opportunities for professional and subject-specific development

Structured support for ECTs where applicable

Dedicated support from your Teach Now consultant throughout the recruitment process

Access to Teach Now CPD and safeguarding training

AWR-compliant arrangements where applicable

£150 Refer a Friend scheme, subject to eligibility

Whether you are an ECT looking for the right school to begin your career or an experienced Physics Teacher looking for a fresh challenge, we would be keen to speak with you.

Why work via Teach Now?

Teach-Now are a widely recognised, education recruitment company. We pride ourselves on our high levels of customer service and professional development that we offer our teachers and support staff. We:

• Ensure that you will have your own dedicated consultant who will provide ongoing support and guidance.

• Offer an excellent ‘refer a friend’ scheme that pays you £150 for each candidate you refer to us after they have worked and been paid for their first 10 days.

• Pay in line with the Agency Worker Regulations (AWR) meaning you will be paid equally to a permanent employee.

• Give you access to a wide range of CPD training through our in-house team of experienced senior leaders

Application Process:

Do you feel you meet the criteria for this exciting opportunity? If so, please either apply below or contact Teach-Now directly. All applicants will require the appropriate qualification and training for this role. For teacher roles, we require a formally recognised teaching qualification. If you are not contacted within 2 working days, unfortunately, you have been unsuccessful for this role. However, we will keep your CV and continue to help you in your search for a job within education.

Good luck with your application, we look forward to hearing from you.

Teach Now operates stringent safer recruitment procedures.

We are committed to promoting equality and challenging discrimination. Teach Now is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post will be subject to an Enhanced DBS Clearance