King Edward VI School Address: Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk IP33 3BH Salary: MPR/UPR Hours: Full time Contract: Permanent. Required as soon as possible Reference: 8633 We are looking for an ambitious, reflective and talented Teacher of Philosophy and Ethics who can help us to develop the quality of teaching at King Edward VI School and ensure an even better learning experience for our students. You will: be passionate about Philosophy and Ethics and be able to inspire our students with a similar love for the subject be committed to comprehensive education, and to improving outcomes for young people be able to work effectively as part of a team and make a positive contribution to our ethos and values. King Edward VI CEVC School is a successful, oversubscribed 11-16 school with 1200 students on roll. We are situated in the historic town of Bury St Edmunds (‘the jewel in the crown of Suffolk’), surrounded by beautiful countryside – just over an hour by train to London, and close links to the A14. King Edward VI Church of England Voluntary School is one of the oldest church schools in the country. It is also one of only two state schools attached to a cathedral. With a highly diverse and comprehensive intake, this job provides a unique opportunity for someone with a passion for excellence in the classroom and a commitment to Christian life, to bring this important subject alive to young people. Such an individual could make a big difference to the lives of the children within our school (many from deprived backgrounds) and the wider Bury St Edmunds Christian Community. They would be expected to teach within the context of liberal Church of England values. The school has four Foundation governors appointed by the Cathedral, including the Dean. We will offer you The opportunity to work with a supportive team of colleagues with a focus on putting our students at the centre of everything we do. To find out more Please read the Application Guidance (word) and Applicant Information Pack (pdf) For an informal discussion or to arrange a visit, please call Sarah Trueman, HR Manager on 01284 761393 ext 225 or email sjt@king-ed.suffolk.sch.uk How to apply Please complete the Application Form (word) Completed application to be emailed to vacancies@king-ed.suffolk.sch.uk Closing date: 9 am, 15 April 2026. This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020. It is also subject to a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and children’s barred list check. Our commitment to safeguarding is underpinned by robust processes and checks which are in place across the school.