RE Teacher Opportunity : Top Lovely Secondary School -ASAP / April Start

Perham Education Partnership; Ashford; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Ashford is seeking a passionate Religious Studies Teacher to join their outstanding department. The role offers an excellent opportunity to inspire students through engaging lessons at a school renowned for academic excellence. Ideal candidates will hold a QTS and have strong classroom management skills. Join a supportive team with a commitment to high-quality teaching and professional development.

Benefits

Excellent CPD opportunities

State-of-the-art facilities

Supportive leadership team

Qualifications

• Qualified Religious Studies Teacher with the ability to teach at KS3 & KS4.
• Strong subject knowledge and a passion for teaching Religious Studies.
• Ability to create a positive and inclusive learning environment.

Responsibilities

• Teach Religious Studies across KS3 & KS4, delivering engaging lessons.
• Plan and deliver well-structured lessons that inspire and support students.
• Use data-driven assessment methods to monitor progress and provide feedback.

Skills

Classroom management

Inspiring students

Data-driven assessment

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

PGCE or equivalent

Job description

Location: Ashford

Start Date: ASAP / April 2025

Position: Permanent / Temporary

Salary: MPS / UPS

About the Role

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Religious Studies Teacher to join a highly successful and well-resourced department at an outstanding mixed school near Ashford. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a prestigious, over-subscribed school with a reputation for academic excellence and exceptional student behaviour. The school boasts state-of-the-art facilities and a supportive leadership team that is committed to staff development.

The ideal candidate will have a strong subject knowledge, be able to inspire students, and contribute to the department’s ongoing success. You will be working alongside experienced and supportive colleagues who are committed to delivering high-quality teaching and learning.

Key Responsibilities

• Teach Religious Studies across KS3 & KS4, delivering engaging and high-quality lessons.
• Plan and deliver well-structured lessons that inspire, challenge, and support students.
• Use data-driven assessment methods to monitor progress and provide feedback.
• Contribute to the department’s curriculum development and extracurricular activities.
• Maintain high expectations for student behaviour, achievement, and engagement.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to support student learning and progress.

Requirements

• Qualified Religious Studies Teacher with the ability to teach at KS3 & KS4.
• Holds a formal teaching qualification with QTS (e.g., PGCE).
• Strong classroom management skills and a passion for teaching Religious Studies.
• Ability to create a positive and inclusive learning environment.
• Open to experienced teachers, ECTs, and overseas-trained teachers with QTS.

Why Join This School?

• Outstanding mixed school with a Religious Studies of academic excellence.
• Progress 8 score in the top 18% of schools nationally.
• Supportive and experienced leadership team with excellent CPD opportunities.
• Exceptional student behaviour and a positive learning culture.
• Excellent transport links, making it easily accessible from various parts of London.
• State-of-the-art teaching facilities and resources.