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Head of Physics
Location: Tower Hamlets
Salary: £250 - £350 per day
Start Date: September 2025
Contract: Long Term

Are you a passionate and experienced Head of Physics looking for your next exciting role?
GSL Education London Branch is delighted to be recruiting for an exceptional Head of Physics to join a successful and inclusive secondary comprehensive school and sixth form for girls located in the heart of Tower Hamlets.

This is a brilliant opportunity for a dedicated Head of Physics to lead a thriving department in a supportive school community where academic excellence and personal development go hand in hand.

We are looking for a Head of Physics who can inspire both students and staff, promote a love of science, and help students achieve outstanding outcomes. If you are a committed Head of Physics with a vision for high-quality teaching and leadership, we’d love to hear from you!

Responsibilities of the Head of Physics:

  • Lead the Physics department across Key Stages 3 to 5

  • Plan, prepare and deliver engaging and challenging Physics lessons

  • Oversee curriculum development and ensure high standards of teaching and learning

  • Support and develop other teachers within the department

  • Monitor student progress and implement strategies for improvement

  • Promote a love of Physics and foster curiosity and critical thinking

  • Organise and lead departmental meetings and contribute to whole-school initiatives

Requirements for the Head of Physics:

  • Previous experience teaching Physics from KS3 to KS5

  • A-level in Physics

  • A relevant degree in Physics or a related subject

  • Proven experience in a leadership role or readiness to step into one

  • Excellent subject knowledge and a passion for Physics

  • Strong communication and organisational skills

  • A commitment to inclusion, high achievement and student wellbeing

Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS on the update service.

GSL offers equal opportunities to applicants from all members of the community.

For more information or to register your interest in the Head of Physics role, or to be considered, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV, and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.

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