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Head of Physics
The Elizabethan Academy, Retford, Nottinghamshire, DN22 7PY11 days remaining to apply
Job start date
1 September 2026
Closing date
13 March 2026 at 9am
Date listed
2 March 2026
Job details
Job role
- Teacher
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 3, Key stage 4, Key stage 5
Working pattern
- Full time: Full time Monday to Friday or Flexible working options available
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- M1 to U3
Additional allowances
TLR2B (£5,876)
What skills and experience we're looking for
Main areas of responsibility
Our ideal candidate will:
have the ability and enthusiasm to teach and lead Physics
Be supportive, enthusiastic and knowledgeable in their leadership.
have experience of designing and developing a robust and inspiring curriculum which challenges students
be passionate about teaching in physics and committed to raising the attainment of all students
demonstrate high levels of ambition and optimism regarding what the department and its students can achieve
embrace our ethos and passion for our 3R’sof Respect, Responsibility and Resilience.
The Role: Head of Physics
We are seeking a dedicated and visionary leader for the position of Head of Physics. This role is ideally suited for experienced educators with a strong background in physics, and a proven record of inspiring both students and staff, be with demonstrable evidence of ability and impact when leading others in science subjects. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to shape the curriculum across KS3, KS4, and KS5, while also driving innovation and excellence within this specialist subject.
Our Ideal Candidate Will:
Embrace our core values of Respect, Responsibility, and Resilience.
Be passionate about teaching physics, with a commitment to achieving outstanding outcomes for all students.
Demonstrate ambition, creativity, and optimism about what the Academy and every student can achieve.
Possess the drive to make a transformative impact—whether by mentoring staff, spearheading extra-curricular initiatives, or leading innovative projects that ignite students' passion for technology and engineering.
Exhibit strong leadership qualities, effectively managing resources and developing a culture of continuous improvement throughout the department.
If you are a proactive leader eager to shape the future of technologies education in an environment that values both excellence and wellbeing, we encourage you to apply.
What the school offers its staff
Head of Physics
MPS / UPR & TLR2B (£5,876)
September 2026
Full Time or Flexible Working Options available
Permanent
A Rare Opportunity to Join a Unique School
The Elizabethan Academy is an oversubscribed and highly popular 11-19 stand-alone academy with a fantastic reputation for supporting all students and staff in equal measure. We recognise that our staff are our most important asset, and we are committed to protecting their wellbeing while providing high-quality training and development opportunities.
We are immensely proud to be an outward-facing and innovative stand-alone academy. Teachers are given the freedom to be creative in their pedagogy while ensuring that every child receives the high-quality education they deserve. We also recognise the value of subject expertise and place strong emphasis on this through our tailored CPD programme. We believe that teachers learn even more from observing others than from being observed themselves, and we have a strong commitment to coaching as a tool for professional growth.
This is an exciting time to join the Academy and its science department as we move towards a greater emphasis on separate sciences following the Curriculum Review.
Why Join Us?
Extensive Professional Development – We offer structured career progression, leadership training, secondment opportunities, coaching, mentoring, and support for staff undertaking NPQs.
A Culture of Collaboration and Coaching – We believe in the power of coaching to develop teachers at all stages of their careers, ensuring they feel supported and continuously improve.
Wellbeing and Staff Support – We are proud to be a Brilliant School and have recently been awarded the Wellbeing Award for Schools.
A Commitment to Excellence – Our most recent OFSTED inspection (February 2024) judged the academy as Good with many outstanding features.
A Fully Inclusive Environment – We foster a welcoming and diverse community where everyone feels valued.
Modern Facilities – Our staff and students benefit from excellent facilities in our purpose-built school.
Main areas of responsibility
Our ideal candidate will:
have the ability and enthusiasm to teach and lead Physics
Be supportive, enthusiastic and knowledgeable in their leadership.
have experience of designing and developing a robust and inspiring curriculum which challenges students
be passionate about teaching in physics and committed to raising the attainment of all students
demonstrate high levels of ambition and optimism regarding what the department and its students can achieve
embrace our ethos and passion for our 3R’sof Respect, Responsibility and Resilience.
The Role: Head of Physics
We are seeking a dedicated and visionary leader for the position of Head of Physics. This role is ideally suited for experienced educators with a strong background in physics, and a proven record of inspiring both students and staff, be with demonstrable evidence of ability and impact when leading others in science subjects. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to shape the curriculum across KS3, KS4, and KS5, while also driving innovation and excellence within this specialist subject.
Our Ideal Candidate Will:
Embrace our core values of Respect, Responsibility, and Resilience.
Be passionate about teaching physics, with a commitment to achieving outstanding outcomes for all students.
Demonstrate ambition, creativity, and optimism about what the Academy and every student can achieve.
Possess the drive to make a transformative impact—whether by mentoring staff, spearheading extra-curricular initiatives, or leading innovative projects that ignite students' passion for technology and engineering.
Exhibit strong leadership qualities, effectively managing resources and developing a culture of continuous improvement throughout the department.
If you are a proactive leader eager to shape the future of technologies education in an environment that values both excellence and wellbeing, we encourage you to apply.
Join Us
We are extremely proud of our school and warmly encourage prospective candidates to visit us. Those who do often leave inspired by our welcoming community, supportive environment, and commitment to excellence. We also invite you to explore our Strategic Plan on our Information for Candidates page to see how we continue to thrive as a stand-alone academy, using our independence to drive innovation and success.
Safeguarding & Recruitment
The Academy is committed to equality of experience for all staff and students. We operate safer recruitment, robust child protection procedures and require evidence of DBS clearance for all employees. Checks will also be made with previous employers. Please read our Information for Candidates for additional information
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Full details are available and you may apply online by visitinghttp://elizabethan.notts.sch.uk/vacanciesor for application assistance email HR Manager Helen Upsonupsonh@elizabethan.notts.sch.uk
Applications Open –Monday 2ndMarch2026
Closing date for applications-9amonFriday 13thMarch2026
Interviews taking place Tuesday 17thMarch2026
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
This information is required, including that related to warnings regarded as "spent" in order for the Academy to ensure safe recruitment and meet its obligations to safeguard children. However, you should be aware that any disciplinary history declared will not automatically prevent or inhibit appointment and will depend on the dates and circumstances related to the disciplinary action, outcomes and the type of post being applied for. Note that you are also required to include information if you were subject to a disciplinary process but resigned before it was completed.
Applying for the job
Apply for the job by following the link below.
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About The Elizabethan Academy
- School type
- Academy, ages 11 to 18
- Education phase
- Secondary school
- School size
- 1202 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 18
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- The Elizabethan Academy website
- Email address
- upsonh@elizabethan.notts.sch.uk
- Phone number
- 01777 713705
The Elizabethan Academy is a successful 11-19 Academy full of passion, innovation and character where students and staff benefit from excellent facilities on site. We are looking to recruit colleagues to share our commitment and determination to providing a learning environment that enables all young people to thrive.
We have all-encompassing professional development with a structured path to enable career progression. This includes secondments at other schools in the East Midlands and formal leadership training and coaching.
We believe in our staff and want them to be the best they can be
Arranging a visit to The Elizabethan Academy
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email upsonh@elizabethan.notts.sch.uk.
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