Physics Teacher (Chaofah Campus) - August 2026

School Details –

At HeadStart we aim to stimulate students’ minds, as well as to encourage them to push beyond perceived traditional academic boundaries. It is our intention that through employing dedicated, enthusiastic and inspiring teachers, we will enthuse all our students to reach their potential and exceed expectations. We deliver a well-rounded personalised educational experience. We pride ourselves in being a community school, emphasising individual learning.

HeadStart is based in the centre of Phuket Island and gained ‘International School’ status in 2010 and is a fully accredited International School with The Education Development Trust. In our most recent inspection, we were awarded the International Schools Quality Mark (ISQM) with accreditors recognising the school to be a ‘Good School with Outstanding Features’.

Our curriculum is based on the national curriculum of England, and we offer Cambridge & Pearson qualifications in secondary school, including IGCSEs, A Levels, and BTECs.

The school's main campus at Chaofah has 1000 students and is oversubscribed in most year groups. From August 2028, we will expand our Upper School site and provision to make 'HeadStart College' the premier educational institution in the South of Thailand.

In August 2023, we opened a new campus in the north of the island, Cherngtalay. Having started as a one-form Foundation and Primary school, our Cherngtalay Campus is now a three-form entry Foundation, Primary and Secondary School (KS3 only) for up to 500 students.

Physics Teacher 

Due to the expansion of our Upper School site and programmes for Sixth Form and Key Stage 4, we are looking to appoint a motivated and enthusiastic Physics Teacher to start in August 2026. The successful candidate will have experience teaching across the secondary age range and teaching the subject to A Level. Alongside A-Level and IGCSE Physics, the post holder will also teach Key Stage 3 Science as part of the departmental timetable (Years 7–9), delivering the shared KS3 curriculum across Biology, Chemistry and Physics.

The successful candidate will have experience teaching across the secondary age range and teaching the subject to A Level. They should be an inspiring teacher who can bring the subject alive. Experience in teaching the Cambridge IGCSE and A Level syllabus would be an advantage.

We are looking for a highly committed team player with drive, energy, and passion who will inspire a love of learning in their students. A good sense of humour and an excellent work ethic are essential.

Requirements / Application Details 

Essential Requirements:

· Good Knowledge of the UK based curriculum and experience of teaching students in all phases

· Sound understanding of the assessment requirements for IGCSE & A Level Physics

· Proven track record

· Bachelor’s degree from a recognised university

· A recognised teaching qualification: BEd.; PGCE; iPGCE or equivalent

· Must be a fluent English speaker

Desirable Requirements (not essential):

· Previous experience in an International School environment

· Experience of teaching learners who have English as an Additional Language.

Remuneration Package:

(Full details of salary package and terms and conditions will be sent to short-listed candidates)

· Private medical insurance

· 3 year renewable contract

· Free lunch and beverages during the school day

· Significant end of contract bonuses.

Application Process:

The closing date for applications is Monday, 20th April 2026; however, we encourage early applications and reserve the right to make an appointment with the ideal candidate before this date.

PLEASE NOTE: HeadStart International School is committed to safeguarding children and young people. All post-holders are subject to a satisfactory enhanced DBS (in the UK) or Criminal Records (Police Check) disclosure from their most recent country of residence.

Shortlisted candidates will be sent full salary details and be invited for interview (via Google Meet).

CANDIDATES WITHOUT A DEGREE AND A RECOGNISED TEACHING QUALIFICATION WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.

We do not accept applications from candidates with only a TEFL or equivalent qualification.