Primary Teacher -RE Lead

REESON Education; Chiswick; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

REESON Education is partnering with a welcoming Catholic primary school in West London to appoint an enthusiastic Religious Education Lead and experienced teacher. You will lead RE across the school, shaping a faith-based curriculum and supporting staff development.

You will work closely with the Headteacher and parish community to embed Catholic values throughout school life and drive ongoing improvement in RE provision.

Qualifications

• QTS or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
• At least three years' teaching experience within a Catholic school.
• A strong track record of excellent teaching and learning.
• A secure understanding of Religious Education and ability to inspire pupils and colleagues.
• Experience of assessment, monitoring and evaluating pupil progress.
• The ability to lead and support colleagues effectively.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A strong understanding of safeguarding and inclusion.
• A commitment to your own professional development.

Responsibilities

• Leading and developing Religious Education across the school.
• Monitoring teaching, planning, assessment and pupil progress in RE.
• Supporting colleagues through guidance, modelling CPD and high-quality resources.
• Ensuring curriculum coverage, continuity and progression in line with Diocesan requirements.
• Supporting the prayer and liturgical life of the school, including Masses, assemblies, liturgies, retreats and mission.
• Contributing to school improvement planning and the ongoing development of RE.
• Liaising with the Diocese, parish and relevant external partners.
• Supporting the preparation for Catholic school inspection and providing evidence of the quality of RE provision.
• Promoting pupils' moral, ethical and religious understanding and helping them to develop as responsible citizens.

Skills

Leadership

Curriculum development

Communication

Safeguarding

Inclusion

Education

QTS

Job description

Primary Teacher with Religious Education Lead - Catholic Primary School

Location: West London
Salary: Main Pay Scale + TLR
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Start Date: January 2027
Recruitment Agency: Reeson Education

Reeson Education are delighted to be working in partnership with a welcoming and values-driven Catholic primary school in West London, who are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and committed Religious Education Lead to join their team.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced teacher and practising Catholic to take a leading role in developing Religious Education across the school, while making a positive contribution to the wider Catholic life, mission and ethos of the school.

The Role

As Religious Education Lead, you will take responsibility for leading, developing and monitoring RE across the school, ensuring a high-quality, faith-based curriculum that enables pupils to develop academically, socially and spiritually.

You will work closely with the Headteacher, colleagues, parish and Diocese to ensure that RE provision is consistently strong and that Catholic values are embedded throughout school life.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Leading and developing Religious Education across the school.

• Monitoring teaching, planning, assessment and pupil progress in RE.

• Supporting colleagues through guidance, modelling, CPD and high-quality resources.

• Ensuring curriculum coverage, continuity and progression in line with Diocesan requirements.

• Supporting the prayer and liturgical life of the school, including Masses, assemblies, liturgies, retreats and mission.

• Contributing to school improvement planning and the ongoing development of RE.

• Liaising with the Diocese, parish and relevant external partners.

• Supporting the preparation for Catholic school inspection and providing evidence of the quality of RE provision.

• Promoting pupils' moral, ethical and religious understanding and helping them to develop as responsible citizens.

The Ideal Candidate

The school is looking for a practising Catholic who is passionate about Catholic education and committed to ensuring that every child reaches its full potential.

You will ideally have:

• QTS or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.

• At least three years' teaching experience within a Catholic school.

• A strong track record of excellent teaching and learning.

• A secure understanding of Religious Education and the ability to inspire both pupils and colleagues.

• Experience of assessment, monitoring and evaluating pupil progress.

• The ability to lead and support colleagues effectively.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• A strong understanding of safeguarding and inclusion.

• A commitment to your own professional development.

• The ability to build positive relationships with pupils, parents, colleagues, parish and Diocese.

Why Apply?

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious teacher who is ready to take the next step in their leadership journey, or for an experienced RE leader looking to join a supportive Catholic school community.

You will have the opportunity to shape RE provision across the school, develop colleagues, influence whole-school practice and play a key role in the Catholic life and mission of the school.

Reeson Education is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding and the promotion of the welfare of children, young people and adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.