Job Description

Guildford High School

Surrey

Salary:

19,313 Per Annum (Pro Rata - Full-Time Salary: 24,921 Per Annum)

Job type:

Full Time, Permanent

Start date:

29 September 2025

Apply by:

16 September 2025

Job overview

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Our school is a remarkable place and has been educating girls since 1888. Around one thousand girls, age 4 to 18, from Guildford and its surrounding towns and villages, enjoy exceptional facilities and inspired teaching. Guildford High School comprises a Junior School and Senior School, both on the same site. Whilst providing all-through education, each School has its own distinct personality and girls join us at many different entry points. Our staff are integral to delivering high quality education to the girls in our care, inspiring them to think and learn creatively. We seek to recruit and retain dynamic teaching and non-teaching staff that share in our vision and commitment.

Guildford High School is part of United Learning, a large, and growing, group of schools aiming to offer a life-changing education to children and young people across England. United Learning is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All positions are subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring check from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and shortlisted candidates will be subject to an online check.

We always appoint on merit, and we are open to discussing flexible working options.

Behind every good teacher is a great teaching assistant.

Full Time, Term-Time only





Salary: 19,313 Per Annum (Pro Rata - Full-Time Salary: 24,921 Per Annum).





Are you ready to inspire and be inspired? Guildford High Junior School is an exciting and vibrant place to work. Open any classroom door and you will find happy pupils who are fascinated by the topics they are learning.





We seek a passionate 1:1 teaching assistant to support a Year 2 pupil to get the very best out of her school experience. We encourage you to read through the job description to understand her needs and how you can be an influential person in her life as she continues her educational journey.

This permanent role requires a commitment to excellence working Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week, term time only.





If you would like to learn more, please review the attached job description where you will find further information about the role and its requirements. If you believe this role is for you, please apply through our website: https://www.guildfordhigh.co.uk/vacancies where you will be directed to an online application form.

The Human Resources department may be contacted on 01483 543 862 or via e-mail: Human.Resources@guildfordhigh.co.uk

The closing date for applications is

08:00 on Tuesday 16th September 2025,

with interviews taking place soon after (tbc). We reserve the right to interview and appoint before the closing date, and we encourage early applications.



GHS is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all who work at the School to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be subject to child protection screening appropriate to the post including an enhanced disclosure through the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and checks with previous employers.

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About

Guildford High School

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Guildford High School

London Road, Guildford
Surrey
GU1 1SJ
United Kingdom

+44 1483 561440

Guildford High School, named The Sunday Times Independent School of the Year 2024, The Sunday Times Southeast Secondary School of the Decade, and The Sunday Times Prep School of the Decade, offers an exciting and energetic environment in which girls develop academically and personally.



From outstanding academic results to stunning achievements in Sports (named No.1 Girls' School for Sport in the country by School Sport Magazine), Music, and Drama, GHS girls tackle new challenges enthusiastically. They leave as creative and confident individuals, well-equipped to achieve their dreams.

Awards

No.1 Girls School for Sport by School Sport Magazine The Sunday Times Independent School of the Year 2024 The Sunday Times Southeast Secondary School of the Decade The Sunday Times Prep School of the Decade The Sunday Times Southeast Independent School of the Year for Academic Performance 2024 'Best for Academic Results' in the Week Magazine, Spring 2023 'Best School for Pastoral Care' in the Week Magazine, Autumn 2018 Ranked 2nd Best Private School in the UK by The Sunday Times Parent Power 4th in The Telegraph league tables for A Level Results 2023 Modeshift Stars- STARS Local Authority Secondary School of the Year 2022/23 Please note that you are wholly responsible for fact checking in respect of the information provided by schools. Please also check for the latest visa and work permit requirements that may apply. Tes is not responsible for the content of advertisements or the policies adopted by advertising schools. Tes asks that all schools follow

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