Job Description

Physics Teacher
If you enjoy breaking down complex ideas and helping pupils make sense of the physical world, this Physics Teacher role in Sunderland could be the perfect next step. The secondary school is looking for someone who can explain concepts clearly, inspire confidence and deliver engaging lessons that encourage problem solving.
What the role involves as a Physics Teacher
You'll teach Physics across KS3 and KS4, delivering lessons that blend theory with investigative work. Pupils will benefit from your clarity, enthusiasm and ability to make physics feel accessible and exciting.
Your daily responsibilities as a Physics Teacher

• Delivering creative and informative Physics lessons
• Preparing practical activities and demonstrations
• Supporting students to develop strong analytical and mathematical skills
• Providing clear feedback and exam guidance
• Contributing to a collaborative and supportive science department

Who we're looking for in a Physics Teacher

• QTS with a Physics specialism or strong Physics teaching experience
• A confident communicator who can simplify complex topics
• Someone with strong classroom management
• A teacher who values curiosity and resilience in learners

Working with Protocol Education

• Weekly PAYE pay without umbrella deductions
• Free online courses including behaviour, SEND and subject CPD
• A consultant who knows Sunderland schools inside out
• Referral bonuses
• A smooth, supportive registration process

About Us
Protocol Education is part of the Supporting Education Group, enabling us to offer better training, wider expertise and strong support for teachers. We partner with secondary schools across Sunderland to place Physics Teachers who bring enthusiasm, structure and scientific passion. Our approach is friendly, supportive and people-first.
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance 'Keeping Children Safe in Education', this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.
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