Leader of Physics

We are seeking to appoint an inspirational and enthusiastic teacher of science with key leadership qualities. You will be leading the delivery of A-level Physics and GCSE Physics, within a large and highly successful team with a strong track record of academic success. Student attainment is strong in Physics with 100% of students achieving grades 9-1 and 59 % Grades 9-7 A at GCSE. Science also enjoys an enviable reputation post-16 with an outstanding uptake from GCSE into both Physics A-level and our extensive range of other A-level courses. 

The person we are seeking will: 

• Be passionate about teaching Science and will bring energy, enthusiasm and new ideas.
• Be a successful teacher across the age and ability range and able to use this experience to develop the practice of others.
• Have strong leadership, management, communication and people skills. 
• Have high expectations of the learning, achievement and progress of all students. 
• Have ambition and a desire to play a significant role in the further development of the Science. 

Little Heath School is a highly successful comprehensive school (1658 on roll, including 366 in the Sixth Form) situated in a pleasant semi-rural setting to the west of Reading, with good access to road and rail links. The school has recently benefited from a significant and transformational building project, opening a new £15 million main block in spring 2021. New staff will also be given their own laptop to work on and their own classroom base when they join. 

As a school, we pride ourselves on our Continuing Professional Development Programme, which supports teachers to continually improve their practice in innovative ways, collaborating with other members of staff. 

This role has been identified as public facing in accordance with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016, and therefore the ability to converse at ease with pupils/members of the public and provide advice/instruction in accurate spoken English is essential for the post. 

For an application form and information pack please email recruitment@littleheath.org.uk. Please address supporting letter of application to the Headteacher.

Closing date: Friday 17th May 2024.

We reserve the right to interview before this date if a suitable shortlist is obtained, so early application is encouraged. 

Little Heath School is committed to safeguarding children and promoting the welfare of children and young people; we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Little Heath School will ensure that all recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All shortlisted candidates will be asked to complete a criminal records self-disclosure form and successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks along with other relevant employment checks.