R.E Teacher

TeacherActive; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational recruitment agency is seeking a dedicated Religious Education (R.E.) Teacher in Taunton, starting January 2026. This role involves teaching R.E. across KS3–KS4, fostering critical discussions about ethics and world religions. Candidates should possess QTS or be an ECT, have prior teaching experience, and demonstrate strong behaviour management skills. Competitive daily rates and various teaching opportunities are offered within supportive school environments. Registration is required, involving an enhanced DBS check and professional references.

Benefits

Competitive daily rates

Free CPD and training

Dedicated consultant support

Referral bonus

Qualifications

• Qualified to teach Religious Education, Ethics, or Philosophy.
• Confident in delivering engaging lessons on world religions.
• Experience with KS3–KS4 curriculums is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach Religious Education across KS3–KS4.
• Foster respectful discussions and critical thinking among students.
• Contribute to a supportive and reflective department.

Skills

Experience teaching Religious Education

Strong behaviour management

Engaging lesson delivery

Education

QTS or ECT

Job description

South West/ temporary / £140 - 200 per day

Job Title: Religious Education (R.E.) Teacher (QTS or ECT)
Location: Taunton
Start Date: January 2026
Salary: £140 – £200 per day (depending on experience)
Working Pattern: Full-time (role types may vary)

Are you a qualified R.E. Teacher—or an enthusiastic ECT—with a passion for ethics, philosophy, and world religions?

Are you confident teaching Religious Education across KS3–KS4, fostering respectful discussion and critical thinking?

Are you open to exploring new teaching opportunities in the Taunton area from January?

TeacherActive is inviting expressions of interest from R.E. Teachers for upcoming opportunities in secondary schools across Taunton from January 2026. Local schools are anticipating staffing needs within their Humanities departments, and now is the perfect time to register your interest and get ahead of the new-year demand.

Whether you’re seeking a full-time placement, looking to broaden your experience across different school settings, or hoping to secure a longer-term role as opportunities arise, we’d love to hear from you.

You may be a great fit if you:

• Hold QTS or are an ECT ready to begin your R.E. teaching career
• Have experience teaching Religious Education, Ethics, or Philosophy at KS3–KS4
• Are confident delivering engaging lessons on world religions and moral issues
• Have strong behaviour management and a calm, inclusive teaching approach
• Enjoy contributing to a supportive and reflective department

What You Can Expect:

• Access to a variety of upcoming R.E. roles in Taunton secondary schools
• Potential for both short-term and long-term placements
• Supportive school environments with established curricula
• Opportunities to gain experience, build relationships, and secure future permanent roles

Why Register with TeacherActive?

• Competitive daily rates paid via PAYE (no umbrella or hidden deductions)
• Free CPD and training through our My-Progression platform
• A dedicated consultant available 24/7
• £200 referral bonus when you refer another teacher or TA (T&Cs apply)

If you're a passionate R.E. Teacher and want to hear more about January opportunities in Taunton, we’d love to support you.

All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and invited to register with TeacherActive.

Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment.

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job‑seeking services.

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