Teacher of Physics

Inspire the next generation of physicists at the school where it all began with Newton.

The King's School, Grantham, is seeking a Teacher of Physics to join our thriving Science department.

Founded in 1528, King's is a selective Grammar School with a proud tradition of academic excellence — and a unique connection to the history of Physics itself. Sir Isaac Newton walked these corridors as a student in the 1650s, and that spirit of scientific enquiry remains at the heart of everything we do.

This is a school where Physics matters. Approximately 50% of our Year 12 cohort choose to study the subject at A level, and our students consistently achieve exceptional results. They are motivated, intellectually curious and genuinely enjoy being challenged. For a Physics teacher, that combination is rare — and it makes King's a particularly rewarding place to work.

We welcome applications from both experienced practitioners and early career teachers. What matters most is a genuine passion for Physics and the ability to bring the subject to life in the classroom. Whether you are an accomplished teacher looking for a department that matches your ambition, or someone at the start of your career seeking an environment where you will be properly supported and developed, this role offers a real opportunity to grow.

You will benefit from well-resourced facilities, including dedicated laboratories and centralised teaching resources that reduce workload.

A comprehensive induction and CPD programme will be tailored to your career stage, and the school has a strong track record of developing and promoting its staff.

To be considered for this role, please apply directly through the TES website. Please find below the job description and person specification, as well as the accompanying candidate and departmental information.

Address: The King’s School, Brook Street, Grantham, Lincolnshire, NG31 6RP. Telephone: 01476 563180

Whilst a closing date for applications has been set, we reserve the right to interview and appoint a suitable candidate prior. This being the case, we would encourage early applications for the post.

Please note that feedback will only be provided to candidates whose applications progress to the interview stage.

Safeguarding and recruitment information:

The King's School is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. It expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful candidates will be expected to follow school safeguarding procedures and promote the welfare of students.

Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers. As this post is considered a regulated activity, a check through the Disclosure and Barring Service, including the children's barred list, will be made. Shortlisted candidates should be aware that the school may conduct online searches as part of our due diligence process. Successful applicants must be familiar with and comply with policies and procedures relating to safeguarding, child protection and promoting the welfare of students.

The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the School is therefore permitted to ask job applicants to declare all convictions and cautions (including those which are "spent" unless they are "protected" under the DBS filtering rules — see https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/dbs-filtering-guidance) in order to assess their suitability to work with children.

Why teach at the King’s School?

The school follows School Teachers Pay and Conditions, with opportunities for career progression in academic, pastoral and co-curricular positions of responsibility.

Teachers receive 4 hours of non-contact time per week.

Lesson observations are ungraded and developmental, with peer observation encouraged.

The teacher-led Professional Development Review programme is underpinned by a comprehensive annual CPD programme and a commitment to supporting each teacher's professional development goals.

ECTs and those working towards formal teaching qualifications benefit from dedicated mentoring, timetabling remission and access to university-supported training.

Additional benefits include:

• membership of the Teachers' Pension scheme,
• a School Wellbeing service with GP helpline,
• a cycle to work scheme,
• free on-site parking and excellent transport links.

The school has a superb track record of promoting talented people internally.

Further detail about what it is like to work at King's can be found in the accompanying Information for Candidates document.