Subject Tutor Physics

Location: The Sixth Form College, Farnborough  

Working Pattern: We are looking to recruit a part time teacher of physics. Please note, a full time post may be available if you also teach another subject advertised (for example maths). If you would be interested in another curriculum area please detail this in your application.

Start date: 23rd August 2026

Application Deadline: 9am, Wednesday 15th April 2026.

Salary: 

Qualified Teachers: Spine point 1 to PSP3 (£33,465 - £51,714 FTE) 

Unqualified teachers pay range: UNQ1 - UNQ6 (£24,066 - £36,178 FTE)

We are proud to be a College with zero mean and median gender pay gap within teaching. Our commitment to gender neutral pay ensures that all staff have equal access to progressing and opportunities, regardless of gender, making the College an ‘employer of choice’.

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We are looking for a passionate Physics Tutor to join the high achieving department. The ideal candidate will be able to deliver inspiring lessons, bring knowledge and experience to the curriculum, and have a desire to teach beyond the specification, believing every student can succeed. Appreciation that the commitment to delivering outstanding educational and outcome goes beyond the classroom  

All staff within the Trust need to have a commitment to professional development, an enthusiasm for team work and a passion for improvement.  

While a teaching qualification is desirable, we will consider applications from non- qualified graduates. If you are looking to start a career in teaching at the Sixth Form College you will be given the opportunity to obtain a fully paid, PGCE teaching qualification . This will be supported with a reduced timetable for the initial 2 years, with ongoing comprehensive support , mentoring and professional development.  An unqualified teacher can expect to earn between £23,140 - £35,303 FTE, subject to relevant experience and qualifications.

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Physics department

• Whether you be a new or experienced teacher we are looking for a hard-working, positively-minded individual who enjoys working as part of a team.  We share resources and this means we can split the time needed to update them.  We always seek to work in the most efficient manner, minimising time spent on administration, whilst doing the very best by our students.  All members of the team have contributed ideas as our systems have evolved.

Key department information: 

• Cohort Size: 440 students across both year groups

• Number of Staff: 5 teachers and 3 technicians

• Management Structure:  Lead by Senior Curriculum Manager Alan Brooks; supported by Curriculum Manager Andrew Masters

• Exam board specification: AQA A

• Department facilities: Four fully equipped laboratories plus a well stocked prep room.

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Day to Day Expectations of a Teacher 

A full time teacher will have  22.5 hours per week contact with students, split over 5 Teaching groups (15 periods) with 5 additional periods for preparation & marking. 

On a Tuesday staff departmental meetings / all staff CPD takes place after college, finishing at 5.20pm.

Throughout the year there are a number of whole college events, (open evenings,  parent evenings, Interview day, enrollment and briefings) at which attendance is required. 

Common resources are shared within departments and there are regular opportunities for professional development, delivering extracurricular student clubs and wellbeing / social activities. 

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Learning and Teaching Expectations of a Teacher  

• Develop skilled and effective teachers to implement our pedagogic priorities and deliver outstanding education and outcomes for all of our learners

• Improve progression opportunities for all our learners, raising aspirations and smoothing transition cliff edges

• Embed a culture of collaborative working and sharing good practice across all Trust academies

• Develop an innovative, inspirational workforce with outstanding opportunities for career progression

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How do we support you

As a new member of staff you will receive plenty of support from your colleagues both from the department and from the wider college community.  This will include:

• a mentor to help you through the first year (in particular);

• support from your curriculum manager and director of faculty; and

• an extensive programme for all new staff to help induct you into College life as well as to develop your approach to teaching

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How to Apply

If you would like to have a further discussion before applying for this role please contact the HR team on team_HR@prospecttrust.org.uk

Please complete the attached application form and equality monitoring form and email all completed applications to recruitment@prospecttrust.org.uk Wednesday 15th April 2026, 9am.

Application Deadline

Early applications are encouraged, as the Trust may at its discretion elect to both interview and select candidates before the advertised closing date.

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Other Information 

We take the control and processing of employee data very seriously and are committed to acting in line with the UK General Data Protection Regulation; please read the attached applicant privacy notice which explains how your data is processed.

Prior to the interview, an online search will be conducted by HR, to identify any past or current incidents or issues that might affect your suitability to work with children and undertake this role.  Please note this online search will be carried out only on publicly available information and be limited to issues relating to your suitability to work with children and/or in an educational environment. Issues that arise will not automatically be a bar to your employment at the Trust but may be discussed with you at interview. This is in line with statutory guidance in Keeping Children Safe in Education.

We are an equal opportunities employer that values diversity and encourages applications from all, aiming to build a respectful, inclusive culture.

We welcome applications from all suitably qualified applicants, however all disabled applicants who meet our minimum criteria will be invited for an interview. 

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We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and young people within our care and requires all staff and volunteers to share and demonstrate this commitment. The job description fully sets out the safeguarding responsibilities of the post. Any future offer of employment remains subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks, including enhanced DBS clearance, a health check and references.