Physics Teacher (Senior School)

About the role

Brighton College (Singapore), part of Cognita, is looking for an experienced Physics Teacher to join its team in January 2027. The postholder delivers high-quality Physics teaching across Key Stages 3 to 5, prepares pupils for the first Year 11 IGCSE Physics cohort and supports the introduction of A Level Physics from January 2027. The teacher also teaches Mathematics at Key Stages 3 and 4 as required, reports to the Head of Science and contributes to STEM co-curricular activities such as clubs, competitions and Olympiads.

Key responsibilities

• Deliver Physics and Mathematics lessons across the Senior School, engaging and challenging all pupils.
• Take responsibility for the teaching, progress and attainment of timetabled pupils in Years 7 to 12 from January 2027, extending to Year 13 as the school grows.
• Teach and support pupils preparing for IGCSE Physics and Mathematics (Year 11 cohort) and A Level Physics (Year 12 cohort).
• Provide academic guidance to Sixth Form pupils interested in Physics, Engineering or related university degrees.
• Contribute to a STEM co-curricular programme of clubs, competitions and enrichment activities.
• Work with colleagues to foster a culture of scientific inquiry and inspire pupils toward careers in Physics, Engineering and other STEM fields.

Required profile

• Expert knowledge and proven experience delivering Physics GCSE/IGCSE and A Level programmes (essential).
• Experience of working in an international school setting (preferred).
• Demonstrates the school's values of Curiosity, Confidence and Kindness, with an international outlook and understanding of diverse, multicultural environments.

Required skills

• Expert knowledge of Mathematics at Key Stage 3 (essential) and GCSE/IGCSE level (preferred).
• Ability to deliver conceptually rigorous, intellectually stimulating lessons.