Religious Studies Teacher

Summary:

Religious Studies Teacher opportunity at a school committed to high-quality education and student development.

About the School:

A school dedicated to providing a broad and rich educational experience, with a strong emphasis on student engagement, cultural enrichment, and personal development. Staff are supported with modern facilities, robust systems, and extensive professional development opportunities.

The Opportunity:

As a Religious Studies Teacher, you will inspire students across all secondary Key Stages with a passion for the subject and a commitment to fostering a genuine love of learning. This role offers the chance to contribute to a dynamic and supportive teaching environment, with opportunities for professional growth and impactful teaching.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver high-quality Religious Studies lessons that promote student engagement and academic progress.
• Build strong relationships with students and families to support learning and development.
• Act as a Form Tutor, providing pastoral care and guidance to students in your assigned year group.
• Participate in weekly CPD sessions to enhance teaching practice and pedagogy.
• Collaborate with Subject Team Leaders and the Collegiate Trust Education Team to improve teaching and learning outcomes.
• Contribute to the school’s cultural curriculum through trips, visits, and enrichment activities.
• Support the school’s mission to instill strong moral values and a lifelong love of learning in students.
• Implement innovative teaching strategies and contribute to the school’s continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications & Skills:

Required

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or the ability to obtain it before the role begins.
• Experience teaching Religious Studies at the secondary level.
• Ability to build strong relationships with students and families.
• Commitment to high standards of behaviour and academic excellence.

Preferred

• Experience with teaching across all Key Stages.
• Background in pastoral care or form tutoring.
• Experience with professional development and pedagogical improvement.
• Familiarity with the cultural curriculum and enrichment activities.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• 25% additional non-contact time for pedagogical development.
• Access to extensive professional development opportunities, including CPD, coaching, and NPQs/Masters programmes.