Head of Physics

Lift Schools, London, W12 7TF

14 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  September 2026

• Closing date

  5 May 2026 at 11:50am

• Date listed

  21 April 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Head of department or curriculum
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: £37870 - £56154 per annum

Head of Physics job summary

Head of Physics

Lift Kingsley

Cecil Road
Hounslow, London, TW3 1AX
United Kingdom

Salary: MPR - UPR +TLR2b (Outer London Weighting) + well-being cash plan + pension scheme (TPS) + additional Lift Schools benefits

Hours: Full Time

Contract type: Permanent

Start date: September 2026

We are looking to appoint a Head of Physics to lead and develop a key subject area within our ambitious and high performing Science faculty.

The successful candidate will be responsible for the quality of education in Physics, leading on curriculum development, teaching and learning, and student outcomes across Key Stages 3 - 5. You will work closely with senior leaders and colleagues across the faculty to ensure a consistently high standard of teaching, supporting staff development and driving excellence in the classroom.

If the opportunity to shape the direction of Physics, inspire students in a subject that sits at the heart of innovation and discovery, and lead a committed and knowledgeable team in a high performing and supportive environment sounds appealing, then Lift Kingsley is the place for you.

If you:

* Are an excellent classroom practitioner with the ability to teach Physics across Key Stages 3 - 5
* Have the ambition and capability to lead a subject area and drive improvement
* Can use data effectively to raise attainment and close gaps

* Have a clear understanding of curriculum design and high-quality teaching
* Are able to coach, support and develop colleagues
* Are committed to high expectations and positive outcomes for all students

Our established and positive team members benefit from:

* A collaborative and supportive environment
* An open and inclusive culture led by a dynamic principal and senior team
* A highly supportive Lift Schools network with cross-school collaboration
* Opportunities to develop leadership and grow your career
* If you would like to find out more or arrange a visit, we would welcome the opportunity to speak with you.

About Lift Kingsley

We are incredibly proud of our students' phenomenal achievements and the progress the school has made in recent years. At Lift Kingsley, a warm and welcoming community, students benefit from excellent teaching, strong support, and positive staff-student relationships, achieving well above national averages.

Recognised by Ofsted (Good in all areas, 2025), Lift Kingsley has transformed rapidly and has outstanding potential. At the heart of our community, we develop knowledge, ambition, and kindness, preparing students for university and beyond.

Who is Lift Schools?

We're a diverse and inclusive network of schools with one clear mission; to provide an excellent education to every child - in every classroom, every day. And we do this across each of our 59 schools. As with our students, we want our team to be empowered to do their best work, supported by the best leadership they've ever had.

We acknowledge and appreciate the exceptional efforts of everyone here in making this an incredible organisation.

We offer you:

* Career development and training: Access a wide range of statutory and developmental training to boost your career.
* Our partnership with One World powers our innovative Instructional Excellence Program. We also offer a comprehensive range of CPD programs, including Ambition Institute's Early Career and NPQ offerings, tailored to both individual and network needs.
* Generous benefits: From your pension plan to healthcare and financial support, we've got you covered.
* Lifestyle perks: Enjoy discounted gym memberships and travel deals.

The role is due to commence September 2026. This is a full time, permanent position.

Closing date: 1 May 2026

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response. All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application.

Lift Schools are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our people and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair and consistent recruitment process which is inline with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.

Lift Schools embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Job share, part-time and flexible working opportunities will be considered.

We are a Disability Confident Employer and there is a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.

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Lift Schools is recruiting for Teacher Training placements. Please click here to view the website for further details.

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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

Lift Schools are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our people and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair and consistent recruitment process which is inline with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Lift Schools

• Type: Multi-academy trust
• Website: Lift Schools website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/academies-enterprise-trust

Who is Lift Schools?

Lift Schools is made up of 57 primary, secondary and special schools, educating more than 33,000 pupils across the country. We believe education can transform lives – and we want every child in our schools to achieve their full potential.

Our mission:

1.We will provide an excellent education to every child, in every classroom, every day.
2.With excellent leadership and teaching in every school, we will help children go on to lead successful and happy lives.
3.We will work with others beyond our network to benefit more children and communities.

Every adult in a school has the power to transform lives, and that’s why talented people are essential to us. Our ambition to give every pupil the best start in life relies on our dedicated teachers, teaching assistants, senior leaders, and admin teams. We attract dynamic individuals and provide the space to reimagine what’s possible.

That’s why your career is as important to us as it is to you. We want you to develop, we want you to grow, and we want you to feel valued.

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