Teacher of Science (Physics Specialism)

Barr Beacon School, Walsall, West Midlands, WS9 0RF

24 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  Easter 2026 or earlier

• Closing date

  7 December 2025 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  13 November 2025

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Subject: Science
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: £32,916.00 - £51,048.00 Annually (FTE) Main Pay Scale (UPS where appropriate)

Teacher of Science (Physics Specialism) job summary

Teacher of Science (Physics Specialism)

Barr Beacon School, Old Hall Lane, Walsall, WS9 0RF

Salary: MPS (ECTs Welcome)

Start Date: Easter 2026 or earlier

“Success is a science; if you have the right conditions, you get the result.” So said Oscar Wilde and we say the same.

We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Teacher of Science, specialising in Physics, who is committed to inspiring curiosity and a lifelong passion for science in our pupils.

Whether you are beginning your career as an ECT or you have been teaching science for decades, to really inspire the next generation you need an environment with the right conditions. You need an environment where pupils genuinely want to learn. An environment in which your colleagues are as geeky about your subject as you are.

With the highest expectations of pupils’ behaviour and effort, we don’t accept excuses. Our teachers work very hard but they only ever do work which is going to make a difference for our pupils.

Your skills will include:

Being a good classroom practitioner with a strong understanding of how children learn;

Having up to date subject and pedagogical knowledge;

Possessing a passion to make a difference in pupils’ lives and showing a commitment to school improvement.

About us:

Barr Beacon School has a shared belief that no child should fail and our high standards and expectations ensure our pupils strive for success. As a highly successful school, we have a commitment to exceptional teaching to provide the best possible education for our students. The successful candidate will have access to excellent professional development opportunities within our Academy and across the wider Matrix Academy Trust.

We are committed to fostering a culture that values the health and well-being of all employees at Matrix Academy Trust. We are proud to offer a comprehensive well-being package to all employees, including access to 24/7 online GP, physiotherapy services and counselling services. We also offer all employees annual health checks which includes the flu jab, BMI checks and a general discussion with a qualified Nurse.

There’s a real buzz about the place which no amount of words can convey, so please come to see Barr Beacon School for yourself. To arrange a visit, please contact the Headteacher

To apply, please complete our application form on My New Term.

If you have any questions please contact Headteacher Mrs K Hibbs on Khibbs@barrbeaconschool.co.uk

Application Deadline: 7th December 2025

Please note that suitable candidates will be called for interview and we reserve the right to remove any advertised role early.

Matrix Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS clearance and pre-employment checks in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education.

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

Safeguarding Notice:
Matrix Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS clearance and preemployment checks in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education

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 Barr Beacon School

• School type: Academy, ages 11 to 18
• Education phase: Secondary
• School size: 1501 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 18
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Barr Beacon School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/barr-beacon-school

The word ‘outstanding’ appears a lot in advertisements for teachers – but at Barr Beacon School, it means more. With over 1000 requests for the 252 places available in Year 7 this September, parents would certainly agree. When Ofsted last visited, they merely confirmed what we already knew.

How have we achieved all of this?

Quite simply, we employ teachers who are as ambitious, passionate and dedicated as we are. These amazing people work hard – in fact they work very hard – to ensure that our pupils make the best progress they possibly can.

Whether they are the most able or or the least able, the most advantaged or the least advantaged, every child deserves nothing less than the very best teaching.

Not surprisingly, there’s a real buzz about the place. If you would like to be part of it – and teach children who genuinely want to learn – we would love to hear from you.

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