Teacher of Physics
Kew House School is seeking an enthusiastic Physics Teacher to join our friendly and successful department. We invite applications from those wishing to inspire pupils to achieve their full potential in physics, and welcome applications from both ECTs and experienced teachers.
The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering KS3, KS4 and KS5 Physics lessons, and potentially KS3 Science lessons, reporting to the Head of Physics and the Head of Science.
Job Description
All staff are expected to have a clear understanding of the aims, objectives, and ethos of the school, and an awareness of its role in the community. It is essential that the academic and pastoral frameworks in the school are seen as interrelated.
The successful candidate will:
Hold a good degree in an appropriate subject and a recognised teaching qualification.
Promote a love of physics for every pupil by delivering engaging and stimulating lessons which set appropriate learning expectations and targets for improvement.
Have the capacity to raise attainment through motivating, challenging, and inspiring our pupils.
Have experience of, or the ability to, teach physics at A-Level and GCSE.
Have the ability to offer all science disciplines at KS3.
Be able to develop suitable curriculum materials to support students’ learning at GCSE and A Level.
Have experience in the development of outstanding resources, lesson sequences and schemes of work for the physics curriculum.
Have a commitment to, and experience of, using a range of teaching styles and methods, including ICT (classrooms are equipped with IWB / digital projectors).
Help foster a culture of high expectations of practical experiments and the delivery of challenging content within the department.
Have drive, enthusiasm, warmth, and humour.
Have a willingness to work as a team and to collaborate with colleagues.
Have a willingness to offer extra support through additional revision sessions and subject clinics throughout the year, when necessary, to guarantee the progress of pupils.
Have a willingness to participate in the wider co-curricular life of the school by engaging in clubs and societies, showing commitment to the ethos of the school and flexibility in achieving its aims.
Our School
Kew House School was established in the conviction that there exists an opportunity for a different kind of independent secondary school in London – academically demanding but with a forward-thinking approach to selection criteria, the flexibility of the curriculum, the shape of the school day, and recognition of creativity and talent. A character-selective school, we pride ourselves on the support and care we extend to our 500 pupils whilst striving to add value to their success in all fields of academia, sport, and creativity. Kew House School has successfully grown over ten years since its foundation and was recently awarded the ISI “Excellent” grading.
Facilities
The main building is equipped with seven laboratories, all furnished with interactive smartboards. Kew House delivers a highly practical science curriculum, with two dedicated Science Technicians supporting the department.
Curriculum
At Kew House School, we embrace a creative approach to teaching and learning based on an individual’s strengths and needs. Our aim is to provide a rich and broad education to all pupils, whatever their specialism. Whilst we aim to achieve the highest academic results for each pupil, we do not serve as an examination “factory”.
How to Apply
Kew House School will only accept completed application forms and equal opportunities forms. Please email those to recruitment@kewhouseschool.com. CVs will not be accepted as a substitute, but may be submitted alongside the application forms.
Closing date: Thursday 16th April 2026 with interviews week commencing 20th April.
Early applications are strongly encouraged.
Kew House School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.