About This Role
September 2025
Permanent – Full Time
Tormead School is an academically selective independent school for 800 girls aged 4–18, located in central Guildford. Students attain excellent examination results with 95% attaining grade A*-B at A Level and 89% attaining a grade 7-9 at GCSE in 2024.
After 20 years of dedicated service, our current Head of Physics is retiring, and we are looking to find a successor who shares the same passion for teaching, leadership, and commitment to excellence in the field of physics. This is an exciting opportunity to join our vibrant school community and take on a key leadership role, ensuring that the high standards of our physics department continue to thrive.
Physics is a popular subject at iGCSE and A Level. The department has a strong track record of success and has achieved excellent results. The Head of Physics has overall responsibility for leading the department and ensuring high standards of teaching, learning and achievement, and the creative development of the Physics Curriculum at Tormead.
This is an exciting opportunity for a well-qualified, creative and inspirational Teacher of Physics. The successful candidate will have a genuine passion for physics and a desire to inspire this in others. Candidates will have a firm grasp of curricular developments, inspire high standards in the classroom, have a warm approach, and will show enthusiasm for wider involvement in the School’s rich co-curricular programme. The successful candidate will have excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work harmoniously with others, including students, colleagues, parents, and the wider community.
We value colleagues who are imaginative, flexible and have the ability to inspire and support students.
In return, we offer a friendly and inclusive working environment. Our benefits package includes a competitive salary, professional development opportunities, free lunches and free use of the gym.
For more information and to apply for the role, please contact the HR Team at recruitment@tormeadschool.org.uk or visit our website: www.tormeadschool.org.uk
The closing date for applications is Wednesday 12 March 2025 at 9.00am. However, applications will be considered in the order in which they are received, and the School reserves the right to make an appointment prior to the closing date should the ideal candidate(s) be identified.
Tormead School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and an enhanced DBS check.
Core Responsibilities
- Deliver high-quality, engaging lessons aligned to the required curriculum.
- Create a supportive and inclusive classroom environment for diverse learners.
- Assess student progress rigorously and provide timely, constructive feedback.
- Participate actively in broader school life, including extra-curricular programs.
- Collaborate with departmental colleagues to elevate instructional strategies.
Candidate Requirements
- A recognized teaching qualification (e.g., PGCE, QTS, or equivalent).
- A minimum of 2 years verifiable post-qualification teaching experience.
- Demonstrable track record of excellent student outcomes.
- A bachelor's degree directly related to your teaching specialization.
- Clear criminal record check spanning the last 10 years of residency.