Head of Physics
JOB_53695304764216Job type
PermanentLocation
BarnetWorking Pattern
Full-timeSpecialism
Secondary TeachingIndustry
Education & TrainingPay
MPS/UPS (outer London) + TLR2A £3,527
Head of Physics - Barnet - MPS/UPS outer London + TLR2A £3,527
HASMONEAN HIGH SCHOOL working across both sites – GIRLS (Mill Hill) AND BOYS (Holders Hill)
INCENTIVES: SUBSTANTIAL RECRUITMENT AWARD FOR THE RIGHT CANDIDATE
CONTRACT: FULL-TIME (PART-TIME CONSIDERED FOR EXCEPTIONAL CANDIDATES)
REQUIRED SEPTEMBER 2026
Achieve Excellence in a Unique Environment
Hasmonean High School is a national leader in education. The Girls School is currently ranked as the 8th-highest-performing non-selective comprehensive school in the country. Our Science department is a powerhouse of achievement, boasting a Value Added (VA) score of +1.69 at GCSE and our Physics department achieved +0.5 at GCSE for Physics.
Our students are highly motivated and high-achieving:
- GCSE Science:100% of students achieved Grades 7-9.
- A-Level Physics: 80% of students achieved A* or A grades.
We are now looking for a talented practitioner with particular competency in KS5 Physics to join our Science department, lead our thriving Physics team, and help maintain these exceptional standards.
Who Are You?
You are a modern, open-minded professional who embraces the latest technologies and pedagogical strategies to enhance learning. You don't just teach Physics; you build relationships.
The ideal candidate will:
- Demonstrate excellent classroom control and a deep passion for subject pedagogy.
- Be a fierce advocate for
STEM, preparing students for elite careers in Physics, finance, engineering, professional services, and the sciences. - Possess the rapport-building skills necessary to inspire and mentor ambitious young men and women.
- Have the expertise to stretch our most able Physicists at A-Level and beyond.
Why Choose Hasmonean?
We are proud to be a school that genuinely values staff welfare. We offer a work-life balance that is rare within the education sector:
- Early Finish Fridays: The school closes at lunchtime every Friday
- On-Site Childcare: Access to our subsidised nursery on site.
- Flexible Working: The opportunity to work from home one morning or afternoon per fortnight
- Financial Incentives: A substantial recruitment award is available for the right candidate
Join Our Mission
If you are ready to play a key role in developing a curriculum that empowers students to succeed in tertiary education and high-level professional fields, we want to hear from you.
Interested applicants are welcome to make an informal visit to the school.
We reserve the right to close these vacancies early should we receive an overwhelming response. All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application.
The appointment is subject to an enhanced DBS clearance.
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
For more detailed information, or to view other vacancies with this organisation, please visit our dedicated recruitment website https://webmicrosites.hays.co.uk/web/hasmonean-multi-academy-trust
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