Head of Physics

Head of Physics
Bangkok, Thailand
August 2026

The School
 
This school was founded in 1998 and is one of the leading schools in Thailand and South East Asia. The school has approximately 1,800 students on a beautiful 35-acre garden campus in north Bangkok, with world-class facilities for day students and boarders. The school is all through with students from Early Years to Year 13, student follow the UK curriculum to IGCSE and A level. With excellent results, each year students take places at some of the most distinguished institutions across the world.
 
The campus benefits from a range of facilities (all available to staff after hours), which alongside classrooms include floodlit tennis courts, a lake for watersports, a swimming pool, gym and extensive grass pitches. A holistic educational philosophy provides extensive super-curricular opportunities, prioritising leadership development along with skills and personal qualities which help to translate academic potential into meaningful and fulfilling lives after students graduate.
 
Life in Bangkok
The quality of day-to-day life experienced by staff is mirrored in Bangkok being recently recognised as the world’s top tourist destination and the best city in the world. Today’s Bangkok is a modern metropolis with shiny skyscrapers and the latest tech solutions as well as an abundance of golden temples and historic buildings. Then there is the richness of Thailand’s natural beauty with its pristine beaches, rainforest-clad mountains, and ancient historical sites to explore. For those wishing to take a break, Don Mueang International airport is just 10 minutes from campus and offers a cheap, convenient gateway to other Southeast Asian destinations.
 
Requirements

• Appropriate degree, with UK PGCE, or other teaching qualification giving QTS
• Minimum 3 years’ teaching experience, previous experience as a Head of Department
• Familiarity with the National Curriculum of England (plus IGCSE/GCSE and A Level as appropriate)
• Passion for teaching and commitment to educating the whole child
• High level of professionalism and consideration of the well-being of children
• Recent and consistent involvement in extracurricular activities
• Respect for all members of a school community, irrespective of position, gender, age and ethnic
  background
• Previous experience working with students for whom English is not their first language
• A positive and solution-focused attitude to working life

Salary and Benefits 

• Excellent salary based on experience 
• Accommodation 
• Annual flights
• Family friendly with free tuition and health cover
• Excellent end of service gratuity
• Professional development opportunities
• Staff have a high standard of living and can enjoy holidays in Thailand and the region, all while saving money.