Re Teacher – Exceptional Secondary School - Canterbury

Marchant Recruitment; Canterbury; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Marchant Recruitment is helping a prominent Canterbury Secondary school recruit an enthusiastic RE Teacher for a January 2027 start. The role involves teaching RE across key stages within a high-performing department, contributing to a thriving school community and its ambitious ethos.

The ideal candidate will hold QTS (or PGCE) with deep subject knowledge, a passion for RE, and the ability to inspire students of all abilities while maintaining excellent classroom practice and communication.

Qualifications

• QTS and recognised teaching qualification (e.g. PGCE)
• Excellent RE knowledge and passion
• Inspires and challenges students of all abilities
• Strong classroom practice and communication
• Legal right to work in the UK

Responsibilities

• Teach RE across key stages in a high-performing Secondary school
• Deliver engaging lessons that promote academic excellence
• Contribute to the wider life of the school and enrichment activities

Skills

QTS

RE knowledge

Student engagement

Communication skills

Education

PGCE or equivalent

Tools

ICT skills

Job description

A prominent Secondary school is seeking a passionate and inspiring RE Teacher to join one of Canterbury most highly regarded schools for a January 2027 start. Renowned for its academic excellence, outstanding pastoral care, and ambitious ethos, this prestigious school is seeking a talented educator to become part of its thriving RE department on a full-time basis.

This is a rare chance to teach motivated, high-achieving students in an environment where learning is genuinely valued, and staff are exceptionally well supported. The successful candidate will join a dynamic and well-resourced department within a school celebrated for both its academic success and its warm, inclusive community.

The Role

• Full-time RE Teacher position

• Teach RE across key stages within a high-performing Secondary school

• Join a successful, collaborative, and exceptionally well-resourced department

• Deliver engaging and thought-provoking lessons that inspire intellectual curiosity and academic excellence

• Contribute to the wider life of the school community

The Ideal Candidate

The school is looking for an enthusiastic and knowledgeable RE Teacher who:

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and a recognised teaching qualification (e.g. PGCE)

• Possesses excellent subject knowledge and a genuine passion for RE

• Has the ability to inspire and challenge students of all abilities

• Demonstrates strong classroom practice and excellent communication skills

• Has the legal right to work in the UK

About the School

Located in the heart of Canterbury, this outstanding Secondary school enjoys an exceptional reputation both locally and nationally. Widely recognised for its academic achievement and commitment to student development, the school combines traditional values with a forward-thinking and culturally rich educational environment.

Highlights include:

• Named among the Top 100 Secondary Schools in 2024

• Outstanding academic results, including 86% A*-B at A-Level

• 91% of GCSE grades awarded at 9-7 (A*/A equivalent)

• State-of-the-art facilities and outstanding teaching resources

• Exemplary student behaviour and attitudes to learning

• A deeply supportive pastoral system where student wellbeing is prioritised

• A vibrant and diverse school community with extensive enrichment opportunities beyond the classroom

The school prides itself on a culture of continual self-improvement, intellectual curiosity, and educational excellence. Students are highly motivated, respectful, and eager to learn, making this an incredibly rewarding environment for ambitious educators.

Salary

Competitive salary paid on the Secondary School Pay Scale.