RE Teacher

Teaching Personnel; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free CPD training

THRIVE and behaviour management

Dedicated education consultants

Long-term/permanent opportunities

Job summary

Teaching Personnel is seeking an enthusiastic RE Teacher to work in secondary schools around Gateshead, starting October 2026. You will deliver engaging RE lessons, manage classrooms, and support student wellbeing.

The role offers flexible opportunities with competitive daily rates (£140-£251) based on experience, plus access to free CPD and ongoing support from specialist education consultants.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent teaching qualification.
• Experience teaching Religious Education within a secondary school setting.
• Strong subject knowledge and a passion for inspiring young people.
• Excellent classroom management and communication skills.
• A commitment to delivering engaging lessons that help students achieve their full potential.

Responsibilities

• Planning and delivering engaging, high-quality RE lessons in line with the national curriculum.
• Creating a positive and inclusive learning environment where all students can thrive.
• Encouraging students to develop curiosity, confidence, and independent thinking.
• Managing classroom behaviour effectively to maximise learning outcomes.
• Working collaboratively with colleagues and support staff to promote student success and wellbeing.

Skills

QTS

RE teaching

Classroom management

Communication skills

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Job description

RE Teacher

Location: Gateshead

Start Date: October 2026

Job Type:Full-Time

Pay: £140- £251 per day (depending on experience)

Are you a passionate and dedicated RE Teacher looking for your next opportunity? Do you have the ability to bring religious education to life and inspire young people to explore different cultures, beliefs, and worldviews?

Teaching Personnel is seeking enthusiastic RE Teachers to work in secondary schools across Gateshead. Whether you're an experienced educator or looking for a flexible role that fits around your lifestyle, this is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the classroom while developing your career.

About the Role

Your responsibilities will include:

• Planning and delivering engaging, high-quality RE lessons in line with the national curriculum.
• Creating a positive and inclusive learning environment where all students can thrive.
• Encouraging students to develop curiosity, confidence, and independent thinking.
• Managing classroom behaviour effectively to maximise learning outcomes.
• Working collaboratively with colleagues and support staff to promote student success and wellbeing.

What We're Looking For

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent teaching qualification.
• Experience teaching Religious Education within a secondary school setting.
• Strong subject knowledge and a passion for inspiring young people.
• Excellent classroom management and communication skills.
• A commitment to delivering engaging lessons that help students achieve their full potential.

Why Choose Teaching Personnel?

• At Teaching Personnel, we're committed to supporting our educators every step of the way.
• Competitive daily rates of pay based on your experience.
• Flexible working opportunities to suit your availability and career goals.
• Access to free CPD and training courses, including THRIVE and behaviour management programmes.
• Ongoing support from a dedicated team of specialist education consultants.
• Opportunities to secure long-term and permanent positions.
• A chance to gain experience in a variety of welcoming and supportive secondary schools.

If you're an inspiring RE Teacher who is passionate about helping young people broaden their understanding of the world around them, we'd love to hear from you.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ's on the Teaching Personnel website for details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

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