Teacher of Philosophy
Guildford County School, Guildford, Surrey, GU2 4LU12 days remaining to apply
Job start date
1 January 2026
Closing date
17 November 2025 at 10am
Date listed
5 November 2025
Job details
Job role
- Teacher
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 4
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- 34,398.00 - 46,839.00
Teacher of Philosophy job summary
Teacher of Philosophy– Ignite Curiosity, Cultivate Creativity, Make a Difference!
Salary: TMPS or UPS (Fringe allowance)
A TLR may be available for the right candidate
Start Date: 1st January 2026
Contract: Full-time or Part-time
Are you ready to bring the big questions to life?
Do you believe in challenging minds, sparking debate, and encouraging independent thought?
At Guildford County School, we’re looking for an exceptional Teacher of Philosophy to join our vibrant and highly successful Social Sciences team. Whether you’re early in your career or an experienced practitioner, if you’re passionate about unlocking young minds and shaping the next generation of critical thinkers—we want to hear from you!
Why Guildford County?
With an outstanding Ofsted rating from both 2017 and 2023, Guildford County School is celebrated for delivering a rich and varied learning experience. Our students are eager to learn, motivated and committed to excellence.
About the Role:
As a Teacher of Philosophy, you will:
- Deliver thought-provoking lessons from KS3–KS5 that inspire and challenge;
- Lead meaningful discussions and help students develop analytical, ethical and logical reasoning skills;
- Support academic progress through impactful feedback and tailored strategies;
- Contribute to an innovative department where ideas are shared and success is celebrated;
- Play a key role in pastoral care as a form tutor, helping students grow into confident, reflective individuals.
Who We’re Looking For:
- Can teach Philosophy to A-Level with confidence and clarity;
- Brings creativity, insight and passion into the classroom;
- Communicates effectively and works collaboratively;
- Uses data to inform teaching and accelerate progress;
- Is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding and inclusion;
- Believes in the power of education to shape lives.
Why Work with Us?
- Supportive Leadership Team focused on staff and student wellbeing;
- Free on-site parking near Guildford town centre;
- Teachers’ pension scheme;
- Cycle to work and childcare vouchers;
- A school that supports professional growth at every stage of your career;
- A collaborative and welcoming work environment.
Be a part of a school community that values inclusion, innovation and excellence in education. Apply now to inspire, lead and empower the next generation!
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share in this obligation. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced disclosure by the DBS.
Contact: Sarah Mackenzie or Debbie Sasso at recruitment@guildfordcounty.co.uk or 01483 504089.
Closing Date: 10am, Monday 17th November 2025
We want to attract the broadest range of talented people to be part of Learning Partners Academy Trust. We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workforce and particularly welcome suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to join our trust.
We reserve the right to appoint before the closing date, and interviews may be held upon receipt of applications.
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.
Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.
Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children
You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
Applying for the job
This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
View advert on external website (opens in new tab)About Guildford County School
- School type
- Academy, ages 11 to 18
- Education phase
- Secondary
- School size
- 1190 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 18
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Guildford County School website
Guildford County School has an established reputation for academic success, developed within a caring, family atmosphere. We are proud of our consistently high examination results and the culture of success that permeates throughout Guildford County School, rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2017. At Guildford County, we promote individual excellence within a caring community. We pride ourselves on the fact that every individual is known, valued and recognised for their individual qualities and for the different contributions they make to our successful school. We want each student to grow and flourish in a supportive and stimulating environment which enables them to fulfil their potential.
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