A-Level Lecturer in Physics
£15,388 - £26,895 per annum (Dependent on qualifications and experience)
22.5 hours per week, Monday - Thursday
Fixed Term to provide cover
About the Role
We are seeking an enthusiastic and knowledgeable A Level Lecturer in Physics to join our A Levels team.
You will deliver engaging and high-quality teaching, learning and assessment, supporting students to achieve excellent outcomes and develop their confidence, knowledge and enthusiasm for Physics. You will plan and deliver lessons, monitor student progress and provide constructive feedback and appropriate academic support.
As part of the role, you will also teach the Mechanics content within the first year of the A Level Mathematics specification, currently delivered through one lesson per week.
You will work collaboratively with the Subject Leader and wider curriculum team, contributing to curriculum development, quality improvement and the wider student experience.
About You
You will be highly motivated and student-focused, with strong communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to inspire students to appreciate and enjoy Physics.
You will have:
- A degree or equivalent qualification in Physics or a closely related subject.
- Strong subject knowledge, including the ability to teach Mechanics within A Level Mathematics.
- Experience of teaching or delivering learning to groups.
- A recognised teaching qualification or a willingness to work towards one.
- A commitment to providing an inclusive learning environment and supporting students to achieve their full potential.
- Experience of teaching Physics at A Level or within a post-16 environment would be advantageous.
We offer a fantastic package of staff benefits including:
- Generous annual leave entitlement
- Wellbeing support including our Employee Assistance Programme
- Generous pension scheme: Teachers Pension Scheme (TPS)
- Employee Discounts Scheme
- Onsite fitness facilities
- Support for continuous professional development
- Flexible working opportunities available
- Enhanced maternity, adoption and paternity leave
- Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme, launching in 2026
- Free entry to seasonal events on campus
- Access to a free shuttle bus (Gloucester routes)
About Us
Hartpury University and Hartpury College are among the UK’s leading specialist education providers in agriculture, animal, equine, sport and veterinary nursing. Located in Gloucestershire, Hartpury University and Hartpury College sit side-by-side on a beautiful 360-hectare campus. We provide world-class facilities to more than 4,500 university and college-level students studying undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, A-levels and diplomas, as well as undertaking industry research. The University is rated top 10 in the UK for Teaching Quality (The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025) and has 97% graduate employability, whilst the College is rated Ofsted Outstanding in all areas. Our passionate, innovative business culture and strong support networks make Hartpury an exceptional place to develop professionally and progress your career.
At Hartpury, we’re committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive workplace – a place where we can all be ourselves and everyone feels respected and valued. As a Disability Confident Employer, we actively welcome applications from ethnically diverse backgrounds, LGBTQI+ communities and disabled candidates. We offer an interview to any disabled applicant who meets the essential criteria for the role. We’ll also ensure fair treatment and provide reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process for anyone who needs them. As part of our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion we offer a range of inclusive policies, flexible working arrangements and a multi-faith space to support staff from different backgrounds. To find out more about our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusivity, please click here.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.
Click the button below to apply online or telephone (01452) 702135 to request documents by post.
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The closing date for receipt of applications is 12.00pm on August 28th 2026.
Interviews will be held on Wednesday 2nd September 2026.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy before the specified closing date should we receive sufficient applications or in order to respond to business needs. To avoid missing the opportunity to apply, we encourage candidates to submit their applications at their earliest convenience.
Candidates must be able to demonstrate their eligibility to work in the UK.
