Teacher of Physics

This range is provided by Eton College. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

We are seeking a physicist who is enthusiastic about teaching physics to motivated and able students, and who is keen to develop themselves as a teacher while helping the Physics Department inspire the next generation of scientists. We currently have over 150 students in the sixth form studying A Level Physics (Eduqas) and 230 students in each year of IGCSE Physics (Edexcel).

The ability to teach a second science may be useful but is not required; if you are able to teach a second science, please do indicate this (and what level you could teach it up to) in your application.

Applications close on 15th January 2026

• Teach across the age and ability range, with the ability to adapt teaching to accommodate the most able, and those who find the subject challenging;
• Ensure the best possible academic outcomes, by planning, preparing and delivering well-structured and creative lessons which inspire, motivate and challenge pupils;
• Assess, mark, record and report on the development and progress of pupils in line with the school’s assessment and reporting processes, ensuring challenging goals are set and achieved;
• Provide timely, detailed and supportive feedback to pupils;
• Be committed to the safeguarding of all young people.

• has a degree (2:1 or above) and/or a further degree in a directly related subject;
• is passionate about their subject and can demonstrate the subject knowledge required to deliver engaging and varied lessons across the age and ability range of students at the school;
• shares Eton’s holistic vision of education and is excited to contribute to the co-curricular and pastoral aspects of boarding‑school life;
• demonstrates a solid understanding of, and commitment to working within the principles of equality, diversity and inclusion;
• has strong interpersonal skills and can build relationships and collaborate with a wide range of people;
• is interested in the welfare and pastoral wellbeing of young people.

For a full list of tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the skills and competencies required, please visit our website.

Eton College 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, but not limited to, reference checks with past employers, an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service, an online search and, where applicable, prohibition checks. Eton College is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.

Not Applicable

Full-time

Education and Science

Primary and Secondary Education