Re Teacher | Supportive Secondary Academy | Welwyn, Hertfordshire

Marchant Recruitment; Welwyn Hatfield; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Marchant Recruitment is hiring a dedicated Religious Education teacher for a Welwyn-based secondary school. The role covers KS3 and KS4, with January 2027 start, and a permanent full-time contract. You will inspire students to explore beliefs, ethics and worldviews, promoting critical thinking and respectful debate.

You should hold QTS or an equivalent qualification, bring strong RE knowledge, and adapt teaching for diverse abilities. The department supports collaboration and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Holds QTS or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
• Strong subject knowledge in Religious Education.
• Ability to foster respectful discussion on sensitive topics.
• Able to adapt teaching to diverse abilities and backgrounds.
• Maintains high expectations and builds positive relationships with learners.

Responsibilities

• Teach Religious Education across KS3 and KS4.
• Plan and deliver engaging lessons covering religious traditions, philosophical questions and contemporary ethical issues.
• Develop students' ability to analyse different viewpoints and construct well-supported arguments.
• Monitor progress through regular assessment and provide constructive feedback.
• Contribute to curriculum planning and collaborative work within the humanities department.

Skills

Strong subject knowledge

Respectful discussion

Adapt teaching to diverse learners

High expectations and relationships

Education

QTS or equivalent

Job description

Role: Teacher of Religious Education
Location: Welwyn, Hertfordshire
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent
Start Date: ASAP
Salary: MPS/UPS, dependent on experience

A welcoming secondary school in Welwyn is seeking a passionate RE Teacher to join its humanities department in January 2027. This is an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic educator who can bring religious studies and ethical debates to life, encourage independent thinking and help students develop a deeper understanding of different beliefs, values and worldviews.

The Role

• Teach Religious Education across KS3 and KS4.

• Plan and deliver engaging lessons covering religious traditions, philosophical questions and contemporary ethical issues.

• Develop students' ability to analyse different viewpoints and construct well-supported arguments.

• Monitor progress through regular assessment and provide constructive feedback.

• Contribute to curriculum planning and collaborative work within the humanities department.

The Candidate

• Holds QTS or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.

• Has strong subject knowledge and a genuine interest in Religious Education.

• Can encourage respectful discussion and thoughtful debate around sensitive topics.

• Adapts teaching to meet the needs of students with different abilities and backgrounds.

• Maintains high expectations and builds positive relationships with learners.

The Environment

The school promotes an inclusive learning culture where students are encouraged to ask questions, explore different perspectives and develop confidence in expressing their views. The successful candidate will join a supportive department with opportunities for collaborative planning, professional development and the sharing of effective teaching practice.