Teacher of Physics
September 2026, Full-time

The School
Churcher’s College is an Independent
coeducational day school offering
Nursery, Junior, Senior and Sixth Form
education. With 1055 pupils in the
Senior School and 285 pupils in the
Junior School (excluding the Nursery) of
approximately equal numbers of boys and
girls, Churcher’s College enjoys
recognition as one of the most
accomplished independent,
coeducational day schools in the country.

The school is hosted on two campus sites
in Hampshire enabling the Junior School
and Nursery pupils to flourish in their
own beautiful grounds in Liphook, whilst
maintaining close links to the Senior
School and Sixth Form located in nearby
Petersfield.    Both sites offer on-site
playing fields and unrivalled facilities,
providing the comfort and opportunities
of an open, healthy environment.

Churcher’s College offers the widest
range of experiences and the opportunity
to be the best. The school has received
independent acknowledgement for
its academic success, creative arts,
performing arts, adventurous activities
and sporting achievements.  Churcher’s
is an inclusive school where parents,
children, staff and friends all contribute
to the rich and broad education provided.
We aim to nurture children into educated,
informed, socially responsible and
respectful citizens ready to succeed in
life.

Teaching at Churcher’s College
We provide an excellent education for
all pupils based upon traditional values
and academic standards, personal

discipline and the development of self-
confidence.  This is accomplished within
a caring environment and a positive
balance between academic studies and
enterprise and adventure outside the
classroom.

A dynamic and innovative place to work,
Churcher’s College is academically strong
[2025: A Level - 24% A*, 62% A* and A, 91%
A* to B; GCSE – 28% Grade 9, 51% Grades
9 & 8, 74% Grades 9 to 7] and previously
has been recognised as a ‘Top 100
Independent School’ by A Level results
and winner of the ‘A Level Award for
the South of England 2017’ at the British
Education Awards.

Beyond the classroom we offer a
vibrant and extensive extra-curricular
programme. With over 35 sports teams
representing the school a term and
unbeaten seasons, sport has strength in
numbers and ability. Music and drama
flourish with many pupils taking music
lessons, numerous accomplished
ensembles, and regular highly reviewed
and varied student drama productions
ranging from A Christmas Carol to Miss
Saigon.  Getting outdoors with our
adventure programme is very popular;
CCF, Duke of Edinburgh, plus First and
World Challenge expeditions offer
exciting opportunities to staff as well as
pupils.

Our Teachers
Our teachers are gifted individuals who
are able to inspire pupils with their
enthusiasm and subject knowledge. They
are committed to high quality teaching
and participate in the extra-curricular
programme. Most are graduates with

postgraduate certificates. Those
without PGCEs are supported to gain the
qualifications soon after appointment.
Training and professional development
programmes are established, and we are
experienced in managing ECT Teachers.
Our staff are both ECTs and experienced
teachers; providing a stimulating and
rewarding environment.   Staff children
enjoy a significant reduction in fees.
Single local accommodation may be
available.

The Science Faculty
The Science Faculty consists of the
three Departments Physics, Biology
and Chemistry. Within each subject we
have a Head of Department responsible
for the overall teaching and learning.
The Head of Faculty leads the Faculty
and represents our interests within the
school. We meet as a Department on
a weekly basis and as a Faculty at least
once per term. The Faculty consists of
18 specialist teachers supported by
three full-time technicians and two
part-time technicians.

Physics Facilities
There are multiple Physics laboratories
in a modern Science block. In total there
are eleven laboratories within the block,
preparation rooms for each science and
a spacious lecture theatre, equipped
with data projection facilities for group
presentations. All of the laboratories
contain interactive whiteboards and the
department is well equipped. There is a
dedicated Physics Technician and fully
equipped study area specifically for
science staff.

Physics within the Curriculum
All pupils study the main three sciences
separately through to GCSE. Almost all
pupils prepare for the higher tier papers.
There are currently 3 sets in the Lower
Sixth and 2 sets in the Upper Sixth. 1st to
3rd Year (NC years 7-9) pupils have a
double period in each science per week
(80 mins). This increases to 3 doubles and
1 single period per fortnight in the 4th and
5th Year.

In the 1st and 2nd Year (NC years 7&8)
Churcher’s has developed its own Physics
course which follows the requirements
for Key Stage 3 but attempts to stretch
pupils further.

Pupils start the GCSE course in the 3rd
Year and follow the AQA GCSE Physics
Separate Science or Trilogy course. At A
Level, the students follow the OCR
Physics  specification. Sixth Form groups
are split between two teachers.

Opportunities in Physics
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contributing to the programme of
study
assisting with Physics support
sessions
developing the confidence and skills
of all pupils in Science
contributing to Science Club
contributing to the Science
enrichment programme

Qualities and Experience
Applicants should have:
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the ability to enthuse and inspire
students with Physics
a practical approach to lessons,
encouraging thought, method,
analysis, conclusion and evaluation
a dynamic and innovative approach
to teaching Physics
the ability to communicate ideas and
information clearly and proficiently
excellent personal administration
skills
the ability to work independently and
as part of a team

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ethnic or national origin, religion or
religious belief, pregnancy and maternity,
sex or sexual orientation, marital or civil
partner status, gender reassignment,
disability or age. We embrace inclusion
and fairness in the workplace: diversity
is to be celebrated and as such we strive
towards a fully immersive culture of
inclusion, diversity and equality.

Application forms with covering letter
and CV (optional) should be sent to the
Headmaster at Churcher’s College,
Petersfield, Hampshire GU31 4AS or by
email to recruitment@churcherscollege.
com by 9am on Monday 26 January 2026.
Interviews will be held week commencing
Monday 2 February 2026.

Terms and conditions
Salary will be calculated according to
experience and responsibility at an
appropriate point on the Churcher’s
College salary scale, which is higher than
state levels.

The children of staff are eligible for a fee
remission subject to satisfying the usual
entry requirements.

A contribution to re-location costs
can be claimed subject to the terms of
appointment for the post.

The successful candidate will begin
working at Churcher’s in September 2026.

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decisiveness in classroom control
and managing practicals
the ability to teach across the age
and ability range including A Level

Application Details
As a consequence of the Children Act
2006 and KCSIE 2025, all staff appointed
to positions at Churcher’s College must
undergo a check with the Disclosure &
Barring Service. A copy of the School’s
Recruitment, Selection and Disclosure
Policy and Procedure is available on the
website. Two written references will be
required and any gaps in employment
records will be investigated. It is also
necessary for all staff to notify the
Headmaster before the appointment of
any convictions, or other factors which
may be relevant to their employment in a
school environment.

The post is exempt from the
Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and
the School is therefore permitted to ask
job applicants to declare all convictions
and cautions (including those which are
“spent” unless they are “protected” under
the DBS filtering rules) in order to assess
their suitability to work with children.
Churcher’s College is committed to
safeguarding and promoting the welfare
of children and young people and expects
all staff to share this commitment.

The following duties will be deemed to be
included in the duties which you may be
required to perform:
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child protection, discipline, health
and safety
promoting and safeguarding
the welfare of children and
young persons for whom you are
responsible and with whom you
come into contact.

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Churcher’s College aims to be a fair
employer and is committed to equal
opportunities. Churcher’s College does
not discriminate against employees on
the basis of race, colour, nationality,