Teacher of Physics
Altrincham Grammar School for Girls, Altrincham, Cheshire, WA14 2NL11 days remaining to apply
Start date details
4 January 2027
Closing date
19 October 2026 at 9am
Date listed
2 October 2026
Job details
Job role
- Teacher or lecturer
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Subject
- Physics
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Fixed term
Full time equivalent salary
- £32,916.00 - £51,047.00 Annually (FTE) School Teachers Terms & Conditions pay range, dependent upon experience
Teacher of Physics job summary
We are looking for a well-qualified and enthusiastic Teacher of Physics to join our large and highly successful science team. The successful candidate will be expected to be able to teach science at key stage 3 and physics up to A level.
The science department comprises a Head of Chemistry, a Head of Physics and a Head of Biology who lead the science department collaboratively. There are currently four teaching staff in the physics department (including the Head of Physics and the Second in Physics) and one full-time technician.
In Years 7 and 8 all students follow an integrated science course and physics is taught as a separate subject from Year 9. From Year 9, each science discipline is taught by subject specialists and at GCSE the students study either AQA combined science (trilogy) or AQA separate sciences.
Demand for physics in the sixth form is high. Results at A level have been consistently excellent and many students elect to follow a physics or engineering-related course at university. Results at both GCSE and A level are outstanding. In 2026, 87% of all physics GCSE entries were awarded grades 7-9, and 38% were at the very highest 9 grade. For trilogy, 84% of all grades were 7-9. At A level, 50% of entries were awarded A*-A and 100% A*-C.
Extension activities are frequently offered to students, with several pupils entering competitions from the British Physics Olympiad. Students are also encouraged to further their interest in the physical sciences by participating in schemes such as “Arkwright” engineering scholarships, attending lecture days at universities, and occasional in-school talks given by visiting speakers. In previous years we have organised visits abroad, for example to NASA in the USA. Sixth form students also help to run engineering and astrophysics clubs for younger pupils.
The Science Department has thirteen laboratories. There is a science staffroom and each member of staff has an allocated work area. Each laboratory in the school is equipped with a data projector and a networked computer. ICT is widely used to effectively enhance teaching and learning.
The appointee will be expected to teach science at KS3 and physics at KS4 and KS5. They should be able to deliver the subject in an engaging way that will actively encourage real enthusiasm for the subject and a knowledge of the importance of physics and science in today’s society.
We are open, supportive and flexible with high-quality CPD opportunities through our Teaching School Hubs and Professional Development Institute.
Please see the attached job description and person specification for a full list of responsibilities and accountabilities.
Keeping Children Safe in Education
Bright Futures Educational Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974; pre-employment checks will be carried out and references will be sought for shortlisted candidates and successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and other relevant checks with statutory bodies.
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Commitment to safeguarding
Bright Futures Educational Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974; pre-employment checks will be carried out and references will be sought for shortlisted candidates and successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and other relevant checks with statutory bodies.
Applying for the job
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View advert on external website (opens in new tab)About Altrincham Grammar School for Girls
- Organisation type
- Academy, ages 11 to 18
- Education phase
- Secondary school
- Size
- 1381 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 18
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The Bright Futures Educational Trust (BFET) is a partnership of schools based in the North West. The Trust’s vision is the best for everyone, the best from everyone. Our values of community, passion and integrity are at the heart of everything we do.
There are currently twelve schools within the Trust. BFET is committed to providing all staff with the training and support they need to be the best in their profession. Benefits include: working cross-phase, knowledge exchange between our schools and the opportunity to work with some of the most inspiring colleagues in their profession.
Altrincham Grammar School for Girls (AGGS) was in the first cohort of schools to be designated a National Teaching School in 2011. AGGS is the lead school in the “Alliance for Learning”. Our teaching school alliance comprises schools of every type and phase, plus universities, throughout a wide geographical area. The impact of teaching school activities is felt within the Trust and far beyond. We have a reputation for excellence regionally and nationally, of which we are very proud. The successful candidates must be willing to engage in the school’s commitment to developing AGGS as a centre of excellence for teaching and learning.
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