Teacher of Physics

Epsom College is looking to recruit a teacher of Physics to join our fantastic teachers and support staff.

The successful candidate will possess an excellent degree in Physics, or related subject, with the ability to teach GCSE and A Level, demonstrate an innovative and imaginative approach to teaching and learning, showing the capability to deliver inspirational and informative lessons to a variety of age ranges and abilities and be a dedicated team player who strives for excellence and leads by example.

Main Tasks and Responsibilities

The successful applicant for this post will be expected to:

· Teach a full standard timetable allocation (currently 21 lessons of 50 minutes over a six-day timetable);

· Contribute to the successful teaching of the subject in years 7 to 13, adapting and reassessing lesson plans to meet specific student needs, liaising with the Academic Support Department as necessary;

· Be responsible for the processes of assessment, recording and reporting for the pupils in their charge;

· Assess pupils’ work frequently in line with Departmental and school policy and use the results to inform future planning, teaching and curricular development;

· Be familiar with school assessment and reporting procedures and prepare and present informative, helpful and accurate reports to parents both in writing and at parent consultation evenings;

· Enhance the quality of teaching and learning in the Department and wider College through sharing resources and good practice, lesson observation, collaborative teaching, mentoring and active participation in continuing professional development;

· Consolidate and extend learning, encouraging pupils to take responsibility for their own learning;

· Set high expectations for all pupils to deepen their knowledge and understanding and to maximise their achievement;

· Use positive management of behaviour in an environment of mutual respect that allows pupils to feel safe and secure and promotes their self-esteem;

· Make a positive contribution to the efficient running of the Department, including setting and marking examinations, writing Schemes of Work, attending departmental meetings, and undertaking administrative and other tasks as delegated by the Head of Department;

· Play an active role in the co-curricular life of the Department, including contributing to support sessions, extension programmes, competitions, trips, open days and prep school events;

· As requested by the Assistant Head: Total Curriculum, contribute fully to the school wide co-curricular programme outside of purely academic areas, across all three terms and the six day working week. This could include assisting with coaching and running a sport team, training with the Combined Cadet Force or DofE programmes, delivering high quality and innovative activities across a range of age groups, assisting with whole school events and contributing to the Total Curriculum in whatever way is best required by the College;

· Work as a tutor in either the Lower School, or in a day or boarding house as requested by the Deputy Head: Pastoral & DSL.

· Adhere to, and promote, all College policies and procedures;

· Undertake any other reasonable task as directed by the Head, Deputy Head Academic or Head of Department.

The School is committed to the principles of equal opportunity, diversity and inclusion. We are committed to attracting and retaining the very best staff, ensuring that our staff body reflects the diversity of our students and local community.