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Teacher of Physics
Teacher of Physics
Permanent; Full time; Term time only
Commencing: September 2024
Closing date: Thursday 15 February 2024 at 12 noon
An opportunity has arisen for a talented and passionate teacher of physics to join the Physics Department at Haileybury.
We are delighted that our pupils’ science and technology lessons are now taking place in our new SciTech building. The purpose of this innovative building is to improve the already strong science provision at the School by offering the latest technology to further challenge pupils and enhance their skills, and provide the space and opportunity for Haileybury to not only teach science to its pupils but also allow them to become scientists.
Students are offered a large range of activities and experiences beyond the classroom to develop a real interest in physics, such as attending university and IoP lectures, participation in extensive Oxbridge training, GSK Engineering competitions, Engineering club, the Physics Challenge and British Physics Olympiad (BPhO). The BPhO, hosted by the University of Oxford, aims to stretch and challenge pupils beyond the requirements of their academic qualifications by encouraging them to see the real-world problem-solving potential of physics. A-level pupils can also request to enrol in the IB Diploma Extended Essay which involves a major experimental investigation of 4000 words.
The successful applicant will be expected to fulfil the teaching requirements as directed by the Head of Department, according to the overall aims of the School. They can be expected to teach classes from Year 7 to Upper Sixth (Year 13) form. In addition, all teachers are expected to play a full part in the wider co-curricular life of the School.
Please see the candidate brief for more information.
About Haileybury
Haileybury is an independent co-educational boarding and day school of around 900 pupils aged 11 to 18.
Haileybury has an outstanding national and international reputation, and was recently judged by the ISI to be excellent in all areas. We are academically selective, and as such teachers are expected to support pupils to be intellectually curious, reflective and collaborative. Innovation in teaching and learning is at the heart of school development, and candidates should have a commitment to exploring a variety of teaching methods to motivate and inspire pupils.
Colleagues contribute fully to the co-curricular and pastoral life of the School. The School has exceptional facilities supporting an extensive co-curricular offering and excellent pastoral care.
Haileybury is situated on a beautiful 500-acre estate in Hertfordshire. Full time members of the teaching staff are usually provided with school accommodation, situated either on or near the school site.
The School offers exciting career development opportunities, supported by a comprehensive professional development programme.
Other benefits include pension, private healthcare, and substantial fee remission. Teachers have access to the School’s facilities including gyms, a swimming pool, tennis club, and our health and wellbeing centres.
How to apply
To apply for the above position, please complete the attached application form in full, with reference to the enclosed candidate brief and return it to teacherrecruitment@haileybury.com by Thursday 15 February at 12 noon.
Please be aware that we cannot consider an application unless the application form has been filled in completely, including details of your full employment history.
The School reserves the right to make an appointment before the closing date; candidates are therefore encouraged to apply as soon as possible.
The School has a diverse pupil body and is committed to its strategy of equal opportunity, diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from candidates with a wide range of backgrounds to enrich our collective knowledge and experience. Appointments will be made on merit.
Please see full details of our Privacy Notice for Staff and Recruitment Policy.
Haileybury is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants for the above post must be willing to undergo child protection vetting, including reference checks with previous employers, prohibition checks and a criminal record check via the Disclosure and Barring Service.