Teacher of Science (Physics)
UTC Derby Pride Park, Derby, DE24 8PU48 days remaining to apply
Job start date
1 September 2026
Closing date
11 January 2026 at 11:59pm
Date listed
24 November 2025
Job details
Job role
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 4, Key stage 5
Subjects
- Physics, Science
Working pattern
- Full time, part time: 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- £32,916 - £51,046
What skills and experience we're looking for
We are looking to recruit a suitably qualified teacher who can support the delivery of Science as a Physics specialist, who can also support the delivery of our Engineering specialism, you will work alongside the staff team to further develop a centre of excellence focusing on Engineering & Manufacturing along with Health & Life Sciences. Under the direction of the Curriculum Director, you will support the delivery of a range of qualifications. These include Combined and Triple Sciences at KS4 and A-Level Physics, the ability to also support aspects of the Engineering specialism which includes Cambridge National L2 Certificates in Engineering Manufacture, Engineering Design or Systems and Control along with BTEC L3 Engineering at Post-16 would be an advantage.
You will be a highly skilled practitioner who understands the challenges of educating 13–19-year-olds in an employer-led technology-rich environment. Effective partnership working is absolutely critical to the UTC’s success. We also welcome applications from newly qualified teachers who have the skills and attributes to develop their expertise within our unique environment.
We are looking for engaging and inspirational individuals. Resilient, driven and focused, who will continue to drive forward a pioneering institution.
Note: CVs are not accepted for this role. Please apply using the application form attached in this vacancy.
What the school offers its staff
Local Authority Pension Scheme
Employee Assistance Programme
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
We are an employer who values equality and diversity and we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Successful applicants will be required to have an enhanced DBS check and will be subject to safer recruiting policies and procedures.
Applying for the job
This job requires you to download an application form, you will be able to upload the application once complete.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
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About UTC Derby Pride Park
- School type
- Free School, ages 13 to 19
- Education phase
- Secondary
- School size
- 458 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 13 to 19
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- UTC Derby Pride Park website
- Email address
- hr@utcsheffield.org.uk
- Phone number
- 01143084000
We are a University Technical College offering specialist courses designed with employers in the exciting areas of Engineering and Health & Life Sciences. These are all regional, national and international growth areas that will offer strong career opportunities in the future.
UTCs are all about employer-led education and we are fortunate here to have the support of some of the world’s best known companies including Bombardier, Rolls-Royce and Toyota. We also enjoy the support and input of one of the UK’s leading universities, University of Derby, nominated for ‘University of the Year Award 2019’ in the Times Higher Education Supplement.
Arranging a visit to UTC Derby Pride Park
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email hr@utcsheffield.org.uk.
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