Physics Teacher
- location Barking and Dagenham
- contract type Full-time
- contract terms Long-term, Permanent
- salary £40,317 to £62,496 per year
- ref 8hcr2h96
- Apply by 16 November 2025
- Job start 05 Jan 2026
- Job end Ongoing
We are seeking an enthusiastic and inspiring Physics Teacher to join a forward-thinking secondary school in London, delivering exceptional teaching at KS5 (A-level).
About the role
You will plan and deliver engaging lessons, develop independent learning skills, and support students to achieve excellent outcomes in A-level Physics. The role requires someone confident in teaching complex concepts, motivating students, and preparing them for examinations. You will also contribute to curriculum development and collaborate with colleagues to maintain a high standard of teaching across the department.
About the school
The school is a vibrant and inclusive secondary school in London, renowned for its commitment to academic excellence and student development. With a strong focus on science and STEM subjects, it provides students with outstanding opportunities to achieve their full potential, particularly at KS5. Staff benefit from a supportive and collaborative environment, excellent resources, and the chance to make a meaningful impact on students’ learning and future pathways.
Requirements
To be considered for the role of Physics Teacher you will:
- Qualified teacher status (QTS)
- Strong subject knowledge in Physics, particularly at A-level
- Experience teaching KS5 students is essential
- Passion for inspiring students and raising achievement
Salary is dependent on experience, training or qualifications. The minimum experience, training or qualifications required for this position are:
- Suitable teaching experience
Smart Teachers is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. We take our responsibilities extremely seriously. All staff we register will undertake thorough interviewing and referencing checks and hold, or be prepared to undergo, an Enhanced DBS check that must be registered on the Update Service.
About Smart Teachers
Smart Teachers is a market-leading education recruitment and supply agency committed to the learning and development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high-quality primary, secondary and SEND teaching and support staff.
What Smart Teachers offer
As a valued employee of Smart Teachers, you will receive:
- Excellent daily rates paid weekly by our in-house Payroll team using the Pay As You Earn (PAYE) system.
- Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability and qualifying criteria).
- Pension contributions (subject to a qualifying period).
- Full compliance with AWR (Agency Workers’ Regulations), to make sure you get the pay and working conditions you are entitled to.
- FREE training to help with your professional development such as Team Teach training, online webinars and safeguarding and child protection updates.
- Generous refer a friend or colleague bonus scheme.
- Access to a dedicated consultant, who will provide ongoing support.
Smart Teachers do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.
How to apply
Apply via this website with an up-to-date CV and contact details. For more information, or an informal chat about the role, please call Daniel Uwaifo on 020 7065 7500 or email [email protected].