Teacher of Physics

Our Physics Department currently has two full-time teachers and one specialist technician. Members of the department are keen to share good practice and are friendly and supportive of one another. To be successful in this role, you should be able to teach Physics across the age and ability range to KS3, KS4 and KS5 and provide evidence of successful teaching strategies and excellent organisational skills. 

Applications will be considered from both experienced and newly qualified teachers. Applications for full and part-time hours (minimum 0.2 FTE) will be considered, as will flexible working. 

This is an exciting opportunity to join one of the top non-selective secondary schools in the country.  We are consistently oversubscribed and have received four ‘Outstanding’ Ofsted reports and ‘World Class Schools’ status (in 2017 and 2020). Coloma achieved the accolade of ‘Best School in Croydon’ in the Real Schools Guide in 2021 and in October 2019 received its fifth ‘Outstanding’ Diocesan Inspection report.

Coloma is very proud of its history of academic achievement; this is due to the hard work, focus and dedication to Coloma’s ethos shown by pupils and staff alike. In 2019 we achieved remarkable exam results with a Progress 8 score of 0.89 at GCSE and a ALPS VA Score of 2, placing us in the top 10% of A Level providers.

We value excellent relationships within a caring community. Extra-curricular activities play a huge part in the life and success of the school and pastoral systems are extremely strong.

When you join Coloma, your skills, enthusiasm and hard work will be appreciated. In addition, we offer:     

• A school with a strong commitment to your professional development.   
• A working environment focused on Teaching and Learning and raising standards for all.   
• The opportunity to work within the largest cosmopolitan centre outside of Central London, undergoing substantial redevelopment, growth and change.   
• A school that invests in enrichment and extra-curricular activities.

Do not be put off applying for a post if you are not a practising Catholic. We welcome applications from colleagues who are supportive of the ethos of a Catholic School. Many of our staff are members of faiths or beliefs other than Catholic and make an enormous contribution to the well-being of our students and are valued and welcome member of our Coloma community.

How to Apply

For more information about Coloma, please visit www.coloma.croydon.sch.uk or contact vdavis@coloma.croydon.sch.uk with any queries.

To apply, please complete our online application form via the apply button.

Closing date: 1.00pm on Tuesday 30th November 2021 

Coloma reserves the right to commence or complete the recruitment process at any time prior to the closing date. 

No agencies, please.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share the commitment. All appointments will be subject to a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure Barring Service check.