RE Teacher

GSL Education; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency is seeking a full-time RE Teacher to inspire students in Portsmouth starting September 2025. The ideal candidate will engage students with lessons on religion and ethics, fostering critical thinking and respect for diversity. A salary range of £30,000 – £50,000 is offered, with support for career progression and a commitment to safeguarding.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Professional development access

Support from experienced consultants

Qualifications

• QTS, ECT, or overseas-qualified teacher status required.
• Experience in secondary education as an RE Teacher or similar is essential.
• Must have up-to-date CV and enhanced DBS registered to Update Service.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging RE lessons.
• Adapt teaching across Key Stages meeting diverse learner needs.
• Monitor and assess student progress, providing feedback.
• Collaborate with colleagues in the department.

Skills

Strong subject knowledge and passion for teaching RE

Excellent communication skills

Classroom management skills

Commitment to safeguarding

Education

Degree in Religious Education, Theology, or related subject

Job description

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RE Teacher – Secondary School – Portsmouth, Hampshire
Start Date: September 2025 | Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Are you a passionate and reflective RE Teacher ready to inspire students with engaging lessons on religion, philosophy, and ethics?

GSL Education are recruiting for a dedicated RE Teacher to join a welcoming mainstream secondary school in Portsmouth, Hampshire, starting in September 2025. This is a full-time, permanent role offering a salary of £30,000 – £50,000 per annum, depending on experience. Applications are welcomed from Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) holders, Early Career Teachers (ECTs), and suitably qualified overseas-trained teachers.

This is an excellent opportunity to encourage curiosity, critical thinking, and respect for diverse beliefs while helping students develop key skills in reflection and debate.

Main Responsibilities of a Religious Education (RE) Teacher:

• Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging RE lessons in line with the national curriculum
• Teach across Key Stages, adapting lessons to meet the needs of different learners
• Encourage critical thinking, discussion, and respect for cultural and religious diversity
• Monitor and assess student progress, providing constructive feedback and support
• Create a safe and inclusive classroom environment where all views are valued
• Manage classroom behaviour effectively in line with school policies
• Collaborate with colleagues in the Humanities department and wider school community
• Contribute to extracurricular activities such as clubs, debates, or trips that enrich students’ learning

Teacher of RE Requirements:

• QTS, ECT, or overseas-qualified teacher status
• A degree in Religious Education, Theology, Humanities, or a related subject area
• Prior experience working as a RE Teacher or similar across secondary schools.
• Strong subject knowledge and passion for teaching RE
• Ability to inspire students and promote curiosity and open-mindedness
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and classroom management skills
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students
• Have an up-to-date CV (covering the last ten years, barring any unexplained gaps) and an enhanced DBS registered to the Update Service (or be willing to apply for one)

Why Join GSL:

• Competitive salary with permanent career opportunities
• Support and guidance from experienced education consultants
• Access to professional development and progression routes
• Ethical and transparent recruitment focused on your goals

If you are a motivated RE Teacher excited to make a difference in Portsmouth, we would love to hear from you.

Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks; including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service or completing an application for a new check.

As an ethical, inclusive, and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools across the UK.

For more information or to register your interest in the RE Teacher role, or to be considered, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV, and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.

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