Inspiring RE & Philosophy Teacher (KS3-5)

Marchant Recruitment; Stockport; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A vibrant secondary academy in Stockport, Greater Manchester is seeking an engaging Teacher of Religious Education & Philosophy to join its Humanities faculty on a full-time, permanent basis starting in January.

You will teach KS3 RE, GCSE Religious Studies (Philosophy & Applied Ethics), and KS5 A-Level Religious Studies / Philosophy, with responsibilities including assessing student progress, guiding essay writing, and leading debates on contemporary ethical issues.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or PGCE / SCITT in the UK.
• Honors degree in Theology, Philosophy, Religious Studies or related field.
• Evidence of delivering positive GCSE/A-Level outcomes.
• Strong essay-structure mentoring and subject knowledge.
• Active DBS check on Update Service (or willingness to apply).

Responsibilities

• Teach RE and Philosophy across Key Stage 3, 4 and 5.
• Coach GCSE and A-Level pupils in 12-mark and 20-mark essays.
• Lead structured debates on ethical dilemmas and world religions.
• Assess, track, and report progress in mocks and coursework.
• Support extra-curricular philosophy clubs and inter-faith dialogue.
• Fulfill pastoral duties as Form Tutor supporting wellbeing.

Skills

Essay writing mentoring

Curriculum knowledge (ReligiousStudies

Subject knowledge Theology/Philosophy

Assessment & reporting studentProgress

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or PGCE/SCITT

Honors degree in Theology, Philosophy, Religious Studies or related

Job description

A vibrant secondary academy in Stockport, Greater Manchester is seeking an engaging Teacher of Religious Education & Philosophy to join its Humanities faculty on a full-time, permanent basis starting in January.

You will teach KS3 RE, GCSE Religious Studies (Philosophy & Applied Ethics), and KS5 A-Level Religious Studies / Philosophy, with responsibilities including assessing student progress, guiding essay writing, and leading debates on contemporary ethical issues.