• Type: Contract / Long-term / Supply (depending on availability)
• Location: Caerphilly
• Start date: September 2026
• 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 Caerphilly 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
As a Teacher of Physics, you will:
• 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
To be considered, candidates must have:
• 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
All applications will be managed by Elementa Support Services as the recruitment partner for this client. Elementa is committed to safeguarding children in all processes, and all successful applicants will undergo a full pre-screen to assess their suitability for the role. Any appointment will be subject to:
• 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
Salary description
£172.00 - £238.00 per day