Teacher of Physics
Brighton College
Brighton and Hove
- Expired
- Salary:
- Competitive
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- Late August 2023
- Apply by:
- 6 February 2023
Job overview
Brighton College is seeking to appoint a Teacher of Physics, to start in late August 2023.
The Department
Since January 2020 the department has been based in Brighton’s new £55 million School of Science and Sport. Amongst a host of other world-class facilities, the building includes six dedicated physics laboratory spaces, and ample administrative and technical workspace for staff. The department has a well-resourced preparation room with its own dedicated technician. In recent years PASCO wireless data logging equipment has been purchased to aid with practical work and demonstrations.
The team consists of 7 members of staff (including the Head of Department, and a Deputy) from a diverse range of backgrounds, including research and industry. The subject is taught as a separate science at KS3, and all pupils study all three sciences at GCSE, with the vast majority on the separate science pathway. We currently have 137 pupils studying the subject at A-level. At present we follow the Edexcel 9-1 syllabus for GCSE and the AQA syllabus for A-Level. Results in recent years have been excellent, with pupils achieving 99% Grades 9-7 at GCSE and 100% A*-B at A-Level, with 92% Grades 9-8 at GCSE and 89% A*-A at A-Level in August 2022. The department also has a comprehensive Oxbridge programme, where pupils have secured 18 offers in physics and related subjects in the past 3 years. The department aims to achieve the highest academic standards and results by instilling a desire to understand and question the complexities and workings of the universe. By taking pupils beyond the constraints of the syllabus, the department aims to develop their problem solving and analytical skills in preparation for the rigours undergraduate study. In recent years, pupils have achieved an abundance of awards in the British Physics Olympiad competitions and have represented the UK at the International Physics Olympiad. The department also offers a wide range of extra-curricular activities such as a weekly Science Club, a LEGO Mindstorms Robotic Club and (covid-permitting) an annual trip to CERN.
Role Specification:
The successful candidate will be expected to teach physics across the curriculum, from Year 7 to A-level. An ability to contribute towards the department’s extension programme, including a willingness to support pupils with applications to leading universities (including Oxbridge), will be a distinct advantage. All teachers within the department are expected to assist in the development of teaching resources which are shared collaboratively. All teachers at Brighton College are also expected to contribute to the school’s pastoral system, generally as a tutor in one of our 14 day or boarding houses. There is also an expectation that all teachers will contribute to the cocurricular life of the school, through the extensive Games programme, and/ or through the leadership of one of over 100 school societies. Candidates are encouraged to point to interests and enthusiasms as part of their application. All teachers will have the benefit of guidance by an experienced mentor, whose role it will be to provide support during their probationary period. Thereafter, all teachers are supported to regularly participate in continuous professional development.
Safeguarding responsibilities:
- This role will involve daily contact with pupils and you will be engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.
- All staff and volunteers have a responsibility for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young persons for who you are responsible and with whom you come into contact.
For more information about the role and to apply, please visit the Brighton College website.
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About Brighton College
THE SCHOOL
Brighton College is an inspiring place to work. As the leading co-educational school in the UK it is renowned for its inspirational teaching and innovative education, whilst placing kindness and community at the heart of our approach to education. Named ‘UK School of the Decade’ by The Sunday Times in November 2020, we educate 1,200 pupils between ages 11 and 18.
Established in 1845, the College has grown exponentially in recent years. The Head Master, Richard Cairns, a recent Tatler UK Head of the Year, has been in post since 2006 and under his leadership pupil numbers have doubled. Since 2006, the College moved from 147th in The Sunday Times results table, to 3rd – the best position ever achieved by a co-ed school. The school site in Kemptown has seen the addition of stunning new facilities, sustainably designed by leading international architects, with recent investment well in excess of £100 million. These include the Music School and Sarah Abraham Recital Hall (2015), the Yeoh Building teaching complex (2017), the School of Science and Sport (2020) and the Richard Cairns Building, a stunning new performing arts complex, including a 400-seat theatre (2024). World-class facilities enable us to share a huge variety of opportunities with pupils and allow for innovative and exciting approaches to teaching and learning.
We believe that we are a part of society, not apart from it, and so activism and community involvement are key parts of the curriculum. We have a thriving volunteer programme, driven by pupils, and are proud of our progressive stand on diversity, equality and inclusion. Brighton College also has a family of schools, which includes our three Sussex prep schools – Brighton College Nursery, Pre-Prep & Prep; Handcross Park; and St Christopher’s. Overseas, we have opened schools in Abu Dhabi, Al Ain, Dubai, Bangkok, and Singapore.
Our approach to education is regularly celebrated. We’ve been named ‘School of the Year’ twice by The Sunday Times (most recently in 2019); The Week named us ‘Most forward-thinking school in Britain’ for two years running in 2017 and 2018, and ‘Best in the UK for STEM’ in 2020. Our most recent ISI inspection in November 2021 gave us the highest possible grade (‘Excellent’) in both categories; the quality of pupils’ academic and other achievements, and the quality of pupils’ personal development.
Most importantly, Brighton is a happy school. Staff and pupils feel fulfilled, and our emphasis on kindness lends itself to a thriving intellectual, sporting and performing arts culture. Our location in the city gives us the best of all worlds: we’re 5 minutes from the sea and the city centre, 10 minutes from the South Downs, and in the heart of the local Kemptown community. We hope that you will want to come and join the fantastic group of professionals who work here.
LIVING AND WORKING IN BRIGHTON
The College enjoys its location in Brighton, one of Britain’s youngest cities and one of the most vibrant and progressive in Europe. A recent national survey identified Brighton as the ‘happiest city in the UK’ and it regularly features within the top cities for quality of life nationally. With an extensive beach and seafront, and proximity to beautiful rural areas including the South Downs National Park, the opportunities for recreation and leisure are varied and numerous. Transport links are also excellent, Brighton being within easy travelling distance of London (50 minutes by train), and 30 minutes from Gatwick Airport. Brighton is also a university city, and the College has good links with both the University of Sussex and Brighton University. Our annual involvement in the Pride parade has strengthened existing links with the local community.
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