Subject Teacher - Physics
The University of Birmingham School, Birmingham, B29 6QU20 days remaining to apply
Closing date
23 February 2026 at 9am
Date listed
2 February 2026
Job details
Job role
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Subject
- Physics
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- £33,916.00 - £52,048.00 Annually (Actual)
Subject Teacher - Physics job summary
We seek to recruit a strong subject specialist in Physics to join a collaborative team of teachers who are passionate and committed to developing the subject across the school. Physics is a popular subject within sixth form - we currently have 90 students studying A Level Physics. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to teach KS3, KS4 and KS5, as well as contribute to our Physics and Science themed enrichment programmes. There are also opportunities for a suitably experienced candidate to contribute to teacher training and our well-established Physics network.
Please see our additional information sheet for more details about Physics at UOBS.
We will have high expectations of you to be an outstanding role model committed to the distinctive ethos of our School. In return, we can offer:
Professional Development: We are committed to your growth. You will benefit from ongoing professional development, with additional training days to enhance your teaching pedagogy.
Research & Development: Enjoy 3 dedicated days per year to focus on your own research or professional development.
World-Class Resources & Partnerships: Access cutting-edge resources, research, and professional networks through our collaboration with the University of Birmingham Schools of Chemistry and Education.
Support for ECTs: If you are an Early Career Teacher, you'll receive excellent support and guidance to ensure a successful start to your career.
Enrichment Opportunities: Be involved in our exciting timetabled enrichment programme, making a meaningful impact beyond the classroom.
Visits to the school are welcomed. We are holding an Open Event on Thursday 12th February 2026 4.00pm-5.00pm, where you will get the opportunity to meet the Subject Leader and find out more about our department and facilities. If you would like to book on to thisevent, please contact Ellen Walsh, School Business Officer, at e.walsh@uobschool.org.uk.
Please note that we will not consider applications via CV.
The University of Birmingham School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment.
The successful candidate will be subject to all necessary pre-employment checks including: enhanced DBS; Prohibition Check; qualifications; medical fitness; identity and right to work.
All applicants will be required to provide two suitable references. If you are currently working in a school setting, please ensure that your references include your current Head Teacher.
An online search will also be carried out as part of due diligence on all short-listed candidates.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020, which means that when applying for certain jobs and activities certain spent convictions and cautions are 'protected', so they do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account. Further information about filtering offences can be found in the DBS filtering guide.
Safeguarding is our top priority. We encourage all applicants to review our Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy, which outlines our commitment to the safety and wellbeing of pupils and students.
This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016). Therefore, the ability to speak fluent English is an essential requirement for this role.
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
The University of Birmingham School is committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting their welfare, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. These posts are subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure, references, and online checks.
Please note we do not accept applications via CV.
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.
View advert on external website (opens in new tab)About The University of Birmingham School
- School type
- Free School, ages 11 to 19
- Education phase
- Secondary school
- School size
- 1177 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 19
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- School website
- The University of Birmingham School website
Mainstream school with state - free school funding
Secondary with sixth form
Students of mixed gender, age 11 - 18 years
Rethinking education, helping tomorrow’s citizens flourish.
The University of Birmingham School is a school for our city. Our aim is simple: to transform the lives of our pupils by raising their aspirations and maximising their potential by accessing the widest possible range of educational opportunities. We want our graduates to go on to make a different to the lives of others as responsible citizens, loving partners and parents, excellent friends and great work colleagues.
In our £23m building, and drawing on the world-class facilities, resources and expertise of the University of Birmingham, we offer our pupils a broad and balanced academic curriculum; a focus on character education; and a wide programme of enrichment opportunities delivered through an extended school day.
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