Teacher of Science (Physics)

Thank you for your interest in working at Burntwood. We hope that the information provided here and on our website will help you with your application and give you a flavour of our school.

Burntwood is a highly successful academy for girls, offering comprehensive education for students aged 11 to 19. We are proud to have 1,477 students on roll, including 402 in our mixed Sixth Form. The majority of our students continue their studies with us in the Sixth Form, and the vast majority then progress to university and higher education.

In our most recent OFSTED inspection (February 2025), inspectors noted significant improvements across all areas, stating that “pupils receive an exceptional education” and “staff are proud to work at the school and feel well supported, and say leaders are considerate of their workload.” We were previously graded “Good” in our January 2020 inspection.

We are one of just six secondary schools in London to have been awarded the highest level of the UNICEF Rights Respecting School Award: Gold. In addition, we hold the Artsmark Gold, Sportsmark, as well as the SMSC Quality Mark, the Equalities Mark and the International Schools Award. Burntwood School is also proud to have achieved NACE accreditation, recognising our commitment to providing high-quality provision for more able learners.

At Burntwood, we work in partnership with higher education providers, local schools and other educational organisations, enabling our staff to access a wide range of professional learning opportunities. In recognition of the strength and quality of our professional development programme, we have been awarded the Professional Development Platinum Mark by UCL’s Institute of Education.

Our school community is characterised by a harmonious and inclusive atmosphere. Students get on well together, showing mutual respect and celebrating each other’s diverse backgrounds, talents, and abilities. They also enjoy a wide range of extra-curricular opportunities, including choir, orchestra, drama productions, and sporting activities.

Burntwood was rebuilt in 2015, and the quality of our state-of-the-art learning environment was recognised when the school won the prestigious RIBA Stirling Prize for architecture. Our facilities have continued to be recognised for their excellence, with awards including the Architecture Today Test of Time Award – Education (2023), celebrating buildings that have demonstrated continued excellence and relevance over time. The school has also won other prestigious awards such as the RIBA National Award, the RIBA London Award, the Civic Trust Award, and the Concrete Society Award.

Our outstanding facilities are designed to support the delivery of an excellent education and a broad, balanced curriculum for both our students and the wider community.

As a member of the Burntwood team, you would be joining a dynamic and committed group of professionals dedicated to developing enquiring, informed, and resilient students who are equipped to meet the challenges of a rapidly changing world.