St Joseph's College Reading - Teacher of Physics or Head of Physics

Berkshire
St Joseph's College Reading
Dependent upon skills and experience of the appointed candidate.
Full-time | Part-time

Summary

St Joseph's College is seeking to recruit a Teacher of Physics for a September start with full-time hours available for the right candidate.

Detail

We urgently require an inspirational and forward-thinking Science Teacher (with a Physics specialism) teaching pupils from Year 7 to 13, including GCSE and A level from September. The position is initially offered part-time (0.6-0.8 FTE), although full-time hours may be available for the right candidate, especially those who are able to teach Maths at KS3 and/or KS4.

For those desiring a middle leadership position the Head of Physics post is also available. You will be a passionate scientist with excellent subject knowledge, able to engender in our pupils a deep interest and enthusiasm for all aspects of the subject. This is an exciting time to become part of our dynamic team. STEM is strongly supported, promoted and resourced from a curricular and cocurricular perspective.

Situated in the heart of Reading, St Joseph’s College is the leading independent day school for boys and girls aged 3 to 18 in Berkshire.

For us, success is about more than just exam results or awards. We celebrate each pupil as an individual and aspire for them to leave St Joseph’s as mature and confident citizens, ready to tackle life head on with energy and vigour. You will combine an inspiring approach to teaching with excellent communication skills, a passion for the subject and a commitment to promoting high standards. You will be expected to contribute to the full life of the School and respectful of the College’s Catholic ethos and tradition.

For further details or to arrange a tour or informal chat about the post, please visit our website at https://www.sjcr.org.uk/vacancies or contact our HR Coordinator recruitment@sjcr.org.uk.

Applicants for this post need to complete the application form and return it together with a covering letter to recruitment@sjcr.org.uk or alternatively sent by post to Mrs Guest, HR Coordinator, St Joseph’s College, Upper Redlands Road, Reading, Berkshire RG1 5JT. Electronic application is encouraged and preferred.

Closing Date: 9am, Wednesday 14 May 2025

Early application is encouraged as we reserve the right to close the vacancy early if a suitable candidate is apppointed.

The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check.