• Science Teacher - Physics
• Full-time
• Sept start
• Secondary School
• North London
• Paid to scale

A welcoming secondary School in North London are looking for a qualified science teacher to join their school on a full-time basis in September 2026.

The Role

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Science Teacher, with a specialism in Physics, who can inspire, motivate, and challenge young people - raising their aspirations and accelerating their progress.

The successful candidate will join a thriving and well-established department that has consistently delivered strong outcomes, including high attainment and impressive progress scores. They will work closely with our Curriculum Leader for Science, the Subject Leader for Physics, and other team members to deliver high-quality provision for all students.

 

The school is looking for a teacher who:

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or has significant experience teaching ages 11–16
• Has a specialism in Science (any discipline welcome)
• Brings a proactive and engaging approach to teaching
• Is committed to high standards and passionate about student progress

This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking and supportive school environment, with strong leadership and a clear focus on high-quality teaching and learning.

The School

This high-achieving and inclusive secondary school in North London is part of a thriving community with a strong reputation for academic excellence and student support. With a focus on Growth Mindset, the school fosters resilience, motivation, and a love of learning, encouraging all students to reach their full potential.

Staff benefit from a comprehensive professional development programme, including regular CPL sessions delivered by internal and external experts. Wellbeing is a top priority, supported by the Health Assured Employee Assistance Programme and recognised by awards such as the Carnegie Award for Mental Health in Schools.

The school is easily accessible via the Northern and Piccadilly lines, as well as New Barnet station, with on-site parking and local amenities nearby. The modern building offers exceptional facilities including dedicated sports grounds, IT resources, a panoramic library and café.

Rated Outstanding by Ofsted, the school offers a friendly, collaborative atmosphere where both staff and students thrive.

 

We have a policy to respond to all applications within three working days. However, because of the volume of applications, we are sometimes unable to reply to individual enquiries. If we have not contacted you within this specified time your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Philosophy Education is a Recruitment Business and is advertising this vacancy on behalf of one of its clients.