Government and Politics Teacher

Government & Politics Teacher

• Start date: October 2025 / ASAP if available
• Contract: Full-time, Ongoing
• School type: Secondary School with Sixth Form
• Location: Redbridge

Are you a passionate Government & Politics Teacher looking for a new role?

A large, welcoming secondary school in Redbridge is seeking a Government & Politics Teacher to deliver A-level (KS5) lessons following the Pearson Edexcel curriculum. You may also be asked to support with Citizenship teaching at KS3/KS4.

This A-level course gives students the chance to explore the forces shaping the modern world while developing essential academic and life skills:

• In Year 12, students study democracy in the UK, political parties, voting behaviour, and electoral systems. They also explore the British Constitution, government structures, and the role of law and the judiciary.
• In Year 13, students compare the UK and US political systems, examining the role of political leaders and analysing contemporary issues including the power of political parties, political debates, and the dynamics of elections.

The school is seeking an enthusiastic teacher with experience of teaching A-level Government & Politics who can deliver engaging lessons, spark debate, and inspire students to challenge ideas with confidence.

Person Specification

• Experienced teacher/lecturer with proven ability to deliver the Edexcel Government & Politics A-level curriculum.
• A strong academic background in Politics, Social Sciences, or a related discipline.
• Ability to inspire, challenge, and support students of all abilities.
• Commitment to developing students' critical thinking, essay-writing, and analytical skills.

The SchoolThis large and diverse secondary school has been rated "Good" by Ofsted and is recognised for its strong leadership and culture of high expectations. Students benefit from a broad and engaging curriculum that offers both academic and vocational pathways, alongside a wide-ranging enrichment programme. Staff are supported by an approachable and experienced leadership team, a strong CPD programme, and a culture that values professional growth and wellbeing.

If you are motivated by the idea of shaping young minds and equipping students with the skills to understand and engage with the political world, we would love to hear from you.

We have a policy to respond to all applications within three working days. However, because of the volume of applications, we are sometimes unable to reply to individual enquiries. If we have not contacted you within this specified time your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Philosophy Education is a Recruitment Business and is advertising this vacancy on behalf of one of its clients.