Teacher of Physics

Guildford County School, Guildford, Surrey, GU2 4LU

6 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 September 2026

• Closing date

  18 May 2026 at 9am

• Date listed

  12 May 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 3, Key stage 4, Key stage 5
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: 34,398.00 - 46,839.00

Teacher of Physics job summary

Teacher of Physics – Ignite Curiosity, Cultivate Creativity, Make a Difference!

 

Salary:                 TMSP or UPS (Fringe allowance)

Start Date:           1st September 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 Physics to join our vibrant and highly successful Science 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 Physics, 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 Physics 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.

 

How to Apply:

 

For more information visit our vacancies page or watch our short recruitment film: Join The Team

Contact: Sarah Mackenzie or Debbie Sasso at recruitment@guildfordcounty.co.uk or 01483 504089.

 

Closing Date: 9am, Monday 18th May 2026

 

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

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

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.

About Guildford County School

• School type: Academies, ages 11 to 18
• Education phase: Secondary school
• School size: 1190 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 18
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Guildford County School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/guildford-county-school-guildford

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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