Teacher of Religious Education - Full-time

Woodlands; Westwood; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in England is seeking a dynamic educator for Religious Education across KS3, KS4, and KS5. The role includes planning lessons, assessing pupil progress, and contributing to an inclusive Christian community. Ideal candidates will hold a relevant degree or teaching qualification and possess strong organizational and interpersonal skills. The school offers a supportive environment, focusing on academic excellence and pupil wellbeing, along with an idyllic coastal location in Broadstairs.

Benefits

Two-week October break

Early finish at 2:40pm on Fridays

Dedicated induction program

Qualifications

• Experience in delivering Religious Education at KS3, KS4, and KS5.
• Ability to support and develop the school's curriculum, policies, and ethos.
• Commitment to the inclusive ethos and Christian community.

Responsibilities

• Plan and teach Religious Education at KS3, KS4, and KS5.
• Assess, monitor, and report on pupil progress.
• Embed Christian values in professional practice.

Skills

Passion for Religious Education

Classroom management

Interpersonal skills

Organisational skills

Education

Relevant degree and/or teaching qualification

Job description

Are you a dynamic and committed educator ready to inspire pupils in Religious Education at KS3, KS4 and KS5? If so, we’d love to hear from you! At StGeorge’s Church of England Foundation School, we pride ourselves on being a caring, inclusive, and innovative all-through school (ages 4–19) offering a richly progressive curriculum and meaningful pastoral support.

Why join us?

A purposeful Christian environment

• Rooted in the vision “Every moment, every day, every individual counts.”
• Guided by Christian values of Compassion, Friendship, Hope, Forgiveness, Wisdom, and extensive Christian-based British values.
• Our SIAMS inspection recognised our strong Christian vision ensuring everyone feels “valued and cared for,” fostering spiritual, moral, social and cultural development.

Academic excellence and supportive culture

• Rated Good by Ofsted in November2024, with outstanding leadership, teaching, behaviour, and wellbeing.
• Pupils benefit from consistently high pastoral and academic support, including a strong focus on mental health.
• A growing all-through school of around 1,600+ pupils, with ambitious hopes and an Attainment–8 that continues improving.

Wellbeing-first working environment

• Enjoy a two-week October break, focused CPD on Mondays, and an early finish at 2:40pm on Fridays. Pupils in KS3 & KS4 leave at 2:30pm, giving staff valuable time for planning and collaboration.
• Induction programme includes a dedicated day to grasp our vision, tour the school, and meet your department.

Beautiful location & modern facilities

• Set in idyllic Broadstairs, Thanet: a coastal haven with affordable housing.
• Our state‑of‑the‑art school building, opened in 2010, continues our evolution as a vibrant all-through setting.

Your role

You will:

• Plan and teach Religious Education at KS3, KS4 and KS5
• Support and help develop the school’s curriculum, policies and ethos
• Assess, monitor, and report on pupil progress
• Embed our Christian and inclusive values throughout your professional practice

What we’re looking for

To thrive in this role, you will need:

• A relevant Degreeand/or a teaching qualification
• A passion for Religious Education, with experience of KS3, KS4 and KS5 delivery
• Excellent organisational, classroom management and interpersonal skills
• A willingness to contribute positively to our inclusive ethosand Christian community

How to apply:

Please submit the school application form only. CVs cannot be accepted.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if sufficient high‑calibre applications are received.

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