Teacher of Science (Physics)

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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