Teacher of Science (Physics)

Elementa Support Services Ltd • Permanent • South Glamorgan, United Kingdom • 4h ago

Teacher of Physics

Type: Contract / Long-term / Supply (depending on availability)
Location: Rhondda Cynon Taff
Start date: Summer Term, with potential for extension
Hours: Full-time (part-time considered)
Pay: Paid to scale (MPS/UPS, dependent on experience)

Are you an enthusiastic Physics Teacher who is passionate about inspiring the next generation of scientists? Do you believe in developing curiosity, analytical thinking, and real-world problem-solving through high-quality science education?

Elementa Support Services is working in partnership with a supportive and forward-thinking secondary school in Rhondda Cynon Taff to recruit a knowledgeable and committed Teacher of Physics for a summer term start. This is an exciting opportunity to engage students with the fundamental principles of physics, from energy and forces to electricity and space, within a positive and well-resourced learning environment.

About the Role

Plan and deliver engaging Physics lessons in line with the national curriculum
Teach across KS3 and KS4 (KS5 desirable where applicable)
Foster curiosity, investigation, and analytical thinking
Create a positive, inclusive, and well-managed classroom environment
Assess, monitor, and report on student progress effectively
Promote safeguarding, wellbeing, and positive behaviour at all times
Contribute to departmental planning and the wider school community

What We're Looking For

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
Education Workforce Council (EWC) registration
An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to apply (Elementa can assist)
Experience teaching Physics at secondary level (including placements)
Strong subject knowledge and confident classroom management skills

Desirable

Experience teaching KS5 Physics
A reflective and adaptable teaching approach
A passion for practical and investigative science

Recruitment & Safeguarding Information

A successful interview process
Satisfactory references
Safeguarding & Prevent training
Education Workforce Council (EWC) registration in the appropriate categories
Enhanced DBS Disclosure (which may be chargeable at £64.20 unless subscribed to the Update Service)
Successful completion of a 12-week / 60 paid day employment trial period

ELEMENTA CANDIDATE COMMITMENT

Weekly pay - no waiting for monthly payroll cut-off dates; Elementa pays one week in lieu
PAYE contract - unless requested otherwise, providing full employment protections
Training & Support - free or heavily discounted training including Safeguarding, Behaviour Management, Team Teach, SEND, Makaton, and Thrive
Dedicated candidate manager providing regular welfare contact and ongoing support
Fair pay policy - paid to scale; any variation agreed in writing prior to placement
Additional staff support services - access to partner services including tax returns, accountancy, legal advice, and more

This Role Is Not Suitable For Applicants

Not currently based within the UK
Requiring employer sponsorship for UK right to work
Without UK secondary school teaching experience

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