Core Responsibilities
1. Curriculum Delivery
Teach Key Stage 3 (KS3) science, which includes introductory physics topics.
Specialize in Key Stage 4 (KS4) (GCSE Physics or Combined Science) and Key Stage 5 (KS5) (A-Level Physics).
Plan lessons aligned with the National Curriculum, exam board specifications (e.g. AQA, Edexcel, OCR), and school policies.
2. Assessment and Feedback
Design and administer formative (ongoing) and summative (final) assessments.
Mark work, track progress, and provide constructive feedback to students.
Prepare students for external exams, including mock assessments and revision support.
3. Classroom Management
Create a safe, inclusive, and disciplined learning environment.
Use a range of strategies to manage behavior and support engagement.
4. Practical Work
Plan and supervise hands-on experiments and demonstrations.
Ensure health and safety standards are met in labs, often liaising with technicians.
5. Pastoral Role
Act as a form tutor or support students’ well-being in a broader role.
Monitor student welfare and refer concerns according to safeguarding policies.
Additional Responsibilities
Contribute to extra-curricular STEM activities (e.g. science clubs, Olympiads, school trips).
Engage in professional development, staying updated on pedagogy and subject content.
Attend staff meetings, parents’ evenings, and contribute to school improvement initiatives.
Support or mentor trainee teachers or early career teachers (ECTs)