Teacher of Physics at Brighton College

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Brighton College is seeking to appoint a Teacher of Physics to start in August 2026.

The Department

Since January 2020 the physics department has been based in Brighton's new £55 million School of Science and Sport. Amongst a host of other world class facilities, the building includes six dedicated physics laboratory spaces, and ample administrative and technical workspace for staff.

The department has a well resourced preparation room with its own dedicated technician. The team consists of 8 members of staff from a diverse range of backgrounds, including research and industry. The subject is taught as a separate science at KS3, and all pupils study all three sciences at GCSE, with the vast majority on the separate science pathway. The subject is hugely popular, and we currently have 142 pupils studying the subject at A level. We follow the Edexcel 9 1 syllabus for GCSE and the AQA syllabus for A Level. Results in recent years have been excellent, with pupils achieving 98.6% Grades 9 7 at GCSE and 93.0% A -B at A Level, with 90.5% Grades 9 8 at GCSE and 82.5% A -A at A level in August 2025.

The department also has a comprehensive extension programme. In 2025 alone, 30 pupils went on to study physics or a related subject at university, with 10 pupils securing places at Oxbridge. The department aims to achieve the highest academic standards and results by instilling a desire to understand and question the complexities and workings of the universe.

By taking pupils beyond the constraints of the syllabus, the department aims to develop their problem solving and analytical skills in preparation for the rigours of undergraduate study. In recent years, pupils have achieved an abundance of awards in the British Physics Olympiad competitions and have represented the UK at the International Physics Olympiad. The department also offers a wide range of extra curricular activities such as CanSat, SCUBA physics, Engineering Club, and an annual trip to CERN.

Role Specification

The successful candidate will be expected to teach physics across the curriculum, from Year 7 to A level.

An ability to contribute towards the department's extension programme, including a willingness to support pupils with applications to leading universities (including Oxford and Cambridge), will be a distinct advantage. All teachers within the department are expected to assist in the development of schemes of work, through the creation of teaching resources and the compilation of content for our Microsoft OneNote Notebooks and SharePoint.

Additionally, all teachers at Brighton College are expected to contribute to the school's pastoral system, generally as a tutor in one of our 16 houses (of which six are boarding houses and ten are day).

There is also an expectation that all teachers will contribute to the cocurricular life of the school, through the extensive Games programme, and/or through the leadership of one of over 100 school societies.

Candidates are encouraged to point to interests and enthusiasms as part of their application. All staff have the opportunity to contribute to our Masterclass programme; this is a series of weekly lessons designed to celebrate the enjoyment of learning, focusing on an area of personal academic or cultural interest. These have included subjects such as Magical Realism, Cuisine and Culture and Great Debates in History.

All teachers joining Brighton will have the benefit of guidance by an experienced mentor, whose role it will be to provide support during their probationary period. Thereafter, all teachers are expected and supported to participate in continuous professional development, throughout their time at the College.

Safeguarding Responsibilities

• This role will involve daily contact with pupils and the successful candidate will be engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.
• All staff and volunteers have a responsibility for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young persons for whom they are responsible and with whom they come into contact.

Person Specification

The academic success of Brighton is due to excellent, innovative and well planned teaching. We are looking for individuals who foster a passion for learning and who can demonstrate an ability, and genuine desire, to develop pupils to their fullest potential.

Many teachers joining the College have a proven track record of effective teaching, having obtained excellent public examination results with previous classes.

However, we are also equally happy to appoint candidates who are currently on a PGCE, or candidates with no formal teaching qualification. Several members of our teaching staff have pursued different career paths, and have made the move to teaching at a later point. We view this diversity as a strength. We have successful professional development pathways for all, whether an experienced teacher, someone switching careers or committed to beginning teaching straight from university.

We seek candidates with a demonstrable ability to thrive in an intellectually invigorating environment. The ability to inspire children is key, as is a willingness to support the ambition and values of the school, and to be involved in the breadth of College life. Successful candidates will be self reliant and adaptable, with high levels of initiative. Candidates should have a strong academic record, including a good degree in a relevant subject.

Those without teaching experience must be able to demonstrate a genuine interest in young people and teaching. We will look for evidence of an ability and willingness to contribute to the broader life of the College, and for evidence of passion and enthusiasm for the relevant subject.

The Application Process

Candidates should submit an online application by 9.00am on Thursday 26 February 2026 through our application portal. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis and early application is therefore encouraged.

Interviews are likely to take place from 03 March 2026. Candidates invited to interview may be asked to teach an observed lesson as part of the process. Further information on the observed lesson will be provided in advance of interview.

Remuneration and Benefits

Brighton College has its own generous pay scale, above that of the maintained sector. All of our teachers are enrolled into the Teachers' Pension Scheme (TPS).

Our teachers enjoy access to the world class sports facilities, numerous performances and productions in music, drama and dance, as well as social events organised by a very happy and collegiate Common Room. There is also an excellent and flexible benefits package, covering a wide range of possible benefits, the contents of which are controlled by individual teachers themselves.

Generous fee remission is also available for dependent children in either the Prep School or College, subject to a place being offered.