Teacher of Physics (Maternity Cover)

We are an outstanding grammar school, for children of all genders, with outstanding provision for our young people. Our Vision is to pioneer a grammar school education which equips the visionaries of tomorrow. 

This is an exciting opportunity for an effective teacher to join us on our journey to provide a learning environment in which students can thrive, unleash their creativity and to excel beyond the school gates. Our school has an undeniable sense of community, and we are immensely proud of the conduct and attitude of our students.

The job will involve the teaching of Physics, you will join a department which has a history of outstanding academic results.

We can offer you:

·        an outstanding school full of students who are committed to learning 

·        a welcoming team committed to staff well-being and professional development

·        a vibrant community in which staff and students thrive through a commitment to academic study, a passion for creative arts, a drive for sporting endeavour and a devotion to championing personal development

We would like you to:

·        fully commit to our Vision, Mission and Values (see above and below)

·        fully commit to the safeguarding of all students and to inclusion 

·        have high expectations of yourself, and our students

·        be committed to improving the life chances of young people from diverse backgrounds

·        be willing to commit to life beyond the academic curriculum 

We encourage applications from those candidates with ‘protected characteristics’ as set out in the Equalities Act 2010. We are committed to developing a workforce that is representative of the communities in which we work. 

The Trust operates rigorous ‘safer recruitment’ practices, and the successful candidates will be required to undertake a criminal record check with the Disclosure and Barring Service.  

For further information on the context, mission and values of SHFGS, please click on the link ‘Learn more about this school’.

Please note we reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the specified deadline if a suitable candidate is found.