Teacher of Physics

Shorefields; Chigwell; On-site; GBP 30,000 - GBP 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A secondary education institution in Chigwell is seeking a dedicated Teacher of Physics to join its thriving Science Department. The role involves delivering high-quality education to motivated learners up to A Level, within a supportive team committed to educational excellence. The position offers a range of benefits, including a newly built sports hall, opportunities for professional development, and a strong focus on staff wellbeing. Closing date for applications is February 23, 2026.

Benefits

Gym access

Swimming pool access

Banked cover scheme

Wellbeing meetings

Minimal marking expectations

Additional CPD day

Provided laptops

Paid development opportunities

Qualifications

• Qualified teacher with a passion for science education.
• Ability to teach up to A Level in Physics.
• Commitment to safeguarding children.

Responsibilities

• Teach Physics in a well-equipped and modern environment.
• Support learners and promote their educational success.
• Participate in teacher development programs.

Skills

High-quality teaching

Expertise in Physics

Collaboration with colleagues

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Job Ref No. ECC5405-500S Position Type: Teacher Pay Range: TDB

Position Start Date: Immediate Contract Type: Full-time Contract Term: Permanent

Application Close: 23/02/2026 Midday Date of Interviews: TBD

Join our thriving Science Department at West Hatch High School, a lively and successful team with a wide range of specialisms.

As a Teacher of Physics, you'll be part of a department that values expertise, innovation, and high-quality teaching across all sciences up to A Level, within a school proudly committed to helping every student be "The Best That I Can Be."

You'll teach motivated learners in a well-equipped, modern environment and work with supportive colleagues who share a passion for outstanding science education.

We offer the following benefits:

• Newly built sports hall with fully fitted gym available for staff use,
• Swimming pool available for staff use,
• Banked cover scheme allowing staff to build time to take some term time days off,
• The Headteacher is passionate about staff workload and wellbeing and holds regular wellbeing meetings with staff,
• Minimal marking expectations,
• Additional CPD day to allow staff to mark mock internal examinations,
• All our teachers are provided with laptops and staff are welcome to work where and when they wish outside of school hours,
• We offer a significant number of paid development opportunities within departments and also across the school.

For more detailed information please see the additional information pack.

At West Hatch we believe in building strong relationships with students and going the extra mile to support students' successes both in and outside of school.

The Governing Body is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share in the commitment. This appointment is subject to an enhanced DBS check and positive references.

Further details about this post and an Application Form are available by visiting our School website at www.westhatch.net

If you require additional information, please contact [e-mail]

Closing date: Monday 23rd February 2026 at 9am

Early applications are encouraged as we will review applications as we receive them; and applicants may be contacted for interview before the closing date.

Information about the School

West Hatch is a thriving, heavily oversubscribed innovative school. Proud of its success with significantly above average results and recently rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted, we are always striving for improvement. We are keen to appoint individuals with a positive outlook and a proactive attitude – colleagues who enrich the lives of the learners and staff with whom they work.

We place great store on teacher development at all levels and offer a whole range of opportunities for colleagues to develop their leadership potential within and beyond West Hatch.

The Governing Body is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share in the commitment. This appointment is subject to an enhanced DBS check and positive references.

Further details about this post and an Application Form are available by visiting our school website.

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.

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Victoria Schaefer
High Road, Chigwell
Essex, IG7 5BT Telephone: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]