Head of Physics

1 day ago


Birkenhead, Wirral, United Kingdom Wirral Council Full time
  • Employer: Wirral School
  • Salary: £37,101 to £51,048
  • Location: Wirral Grammar School for Boys
  • Contract: Permanent
  • Working Pattern: Full Time/Term Time
  • Hours: 1.00 fte hours per week.
  • DBS Check: Enhanced
  • Closing Date: 10/12/2025 at 12:00
  • Reference: SCH/25/326555

Band: Main Scale 3 to UPS Actual Salary: £37,101 – £51,048

1.00 fte plus TRLR2 (£8610)

We are seeking to appoint a dynamic and inspirational Head of Physics to lead and further develop the school's progressive Physics department.

This is a key post and the person we are seeking will:

  • Work closely with the Leadership Team to drive forward teaching and learning across the department.
  • Be proactive, creative and adaptive in bringing the best out of the Physics team.
  • Use their love of science, along with excellent coaching and mentoring abilities to collaboratively build a culture of academic excellence in Physics, in which every student believes they can succeed.
  • Have the capacity to gain knowledge and understanding of national and regional education issues relating to PhysiAcs.
  • Have excellent communication skills.
  • Have the ability to organise, lead and motivate other staff.
  • Be willing to go the 'extra mile' to support school development plans.

Application forms for the above post are available online at and also from the school office. Please return completed application forms with a supporting letter to Anna Groves at

Closing Date: Wednesday 10th December 2025 at midday.

This post is subject to an Enhanced Level DBS check.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

All applicants will be considered on the basis of suitability for the post regardless of sex, race or disability.


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