Head of Physics
Sacred Heart Catholic School
England
- Salary:
- MPS/UPS with TLR2B (£5,682)
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- 01 September 2026
- Apply by:
- 1 May 2026
Job overview
Sacred Heart School, Camberwell
Sacred Heart School is seeking to appoint an exceptional Head of Physics to join our outstanding Science Team from September 2026.
We are looking for an experienced and inspirational teacher of Physics to lead our KS5 Physics provision. The successful candidate will report to the Head of Science and will be responsible for the strategic development and delivery of A Level Physics. This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate physicist to shape the future of Physics education at Sacred Heart.
Physics is a successful subject at A Level, and we are seeking someone with a proven track record of excellent teaching and student outcomes. You will be expected to bring fresh ideas, enthusiasm, and a commitment to high standards. The role involves curriculum planning, assessment oversight, and promoting interest in Physics among KS4 students to encourage uptake at KS5.
Sacred Heart School consistently achieves outstanding academic results far above local and national averages. Our recent OFSTED inspection rated us “outstanding” in all categories: https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50237842.
We pride ourselves on our strong community ethos and supportive working environment. Staff are trusted to work flexibly, and we offer excellent retention rates, a bonus scheme for long service, and perks such as free staffroom drinks and weekly breakfast. Our behaviour systems and staffing levels allow teachers to focus on teaching, with low pupil-teacher ratios comparable to independent schools.
Key responsibilities:
1. Leadership of KS5 Physics
• Oversight of curriculum planning, teaching, and assessment
• Development of engaging and challenging schemes of work
• Promotion of Physics to KS4 students
2. Curriculum and Assessment
• Keeping KS5 Physics provision aligned with national developments
• Organising mock exams and liaising with the exams officer
• Monitoring student progress and identifying intervention needs
3. Collaboration
• Working closely with the Head of Science and wider science team
• Supporting departmental initiatives and contributing to department development
For more information about the school, visit https://www.sacredheart.southwark.sch.uk/.
If you are interested in joining us, please download an application pack from our website. Visits to the school are welcomed—please contact Katie Whyte on 0207 274 6844 or email kwhyte@sacredheart.southwark.sch.uk to arrange this.
Apply with Application form and cover letter.
Application deadline: 01/05/2026
We reserve the right to interview and appoint before the closing date, should a suitable candidate apply.
Sacred Heart is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults. The successful applicant will be subject to a Social Media Check and Enhanced DBS check.
Attached documents
About Sacred Heart Catholic School
An Outstanding School
Sacred Heart Catholic School is a high performing, heavily oversubscribed 11-18 school. The school is consistently in the top 10% of the country’s schools based on Value Added and has been judged as ‘Outstanding’ by Ofsted both in December 2012 and November 2023.
Our school strives to be a Catholic community in which the Christian principles of care and respect are valued, with an emphasis on the development of the individual through academic achievement and personal development.
The successful applicant will:
- Work in a supportive, positive and dynamic environment which is committed to developing each child’s full potential
- Be supported in their career development through a personalised induction programme.
- Be supported at a departmental and Senior Management level in ensuring a successful experience in the classroom.
- Be encouraged to contribute in extracurricular activities, to take on an active role as a form tutor or within a pastoral team and be an active participant in staff activities within a collegial school environment which prides itself on its cohesive, hardworking ethos.
Sacred Heart School consistently tops the GCSE exam league table in Southwark which places us as one of the best performing non-selective schools in the country. Our results have ranked us as second in the country out of nearly 3,000 schools by the Specialist Schools and Academies Trust.
The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Criminal Records Bureau.
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