Graduate Teacher Programme - Physics Teacher

Colchester Royal Grammar School, Colchester, CO3 3ND

27 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  September 2026

• Closing date

  27 April 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  31 March 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 3, Key stage 4, Key stage 5
• Subject: Physics
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: £28,000

What skills and experience we're looking for

Looking for a role one of the country’s leading selective schools?

An exciting opportunity has arisen in one of the country’s leading selective schools as we look to appoint a trainee physics teacher with strong specialist subject knowledge and academic ability, to teach and aspire our very able students throughout the school from KS3 to A level.

As part of the Graduate Teacher Programme we can offer;

• Competitive graduate salary (£28,000 plus in year 1 when training, rising to £32,000 salary when fully qualified) and permanent employment
• A funded position on a Graduate Teacher Programme
• Qualified Teacher Status following the successful completion of the course

Not sure if this is for you? Even if you are unsure about going into teaching, this opportunity may be of interest. You will finish the year as a fully qualified teacher with experience of working with highly engaged students. This is a well paid position with the addition of a fully funded teaching qualification. During your training period, you will be given a 70% timetable and mentoring and support to help you deliver this and develop your teaching.

You will need a degree in a subject related to Physics with strong A levels, including Physics.

What the school offers its staff

What our Trust will offer you:

Career Development: We’re committed to your growth and offer fantastic opportunities for career advancement.From staff development days and conferences to apprenticeships at every level, we provide clear pathways for progression and exciting promotional opportunities across regions.

Health and Wellbeing Support: Access our 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, free flu vaccinations and eye care vouchers. Enjoy reduced membership fees at our fully-equipped fitness suite and classes.

Employee Recognition: Refer a Friend and TSTARS Staff Recognition Programme.

TSAT Benefits Portal:A one-stop shop benefits hub that gives you access to a range of exclusive benefits including cashback on your favourite supermarkets and high street retailers, Cycle to Work Scheme and Discounted Gym Membership.

Blue Light Card:Offering exclusive discounts and savings at thousands of retailers, restaurants, and attractions.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Applying for the job

Apply for the job by following the link below.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

Additional documents

If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.

Job Description - Teacher (CRGS).pdf - 1.05 MB (opens in new tab)

About Colchester Royal Grammar School

• School type: Academy, Christian, ages 11 to 18
• Education phase: Secondary school
• School size: 1059 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 18
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Colchester Royal Grammar School website
• Email address: tracy.pocock@tsatrust.org.uk
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/colchester-royal-grammar-school-co3-3nd

Arranging a visit to Colchester Royal Grammar School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email tracy.pocock@tsatrust.org.uk.

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