Religious Education Teacher

Philosophy Education; London; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-regarded faith-based secondary school in North London is seeking a passionate Religious Education Teacher to join its team. The role involves planning and delivering lessons, supporting students through GCSE and A Level RE, and contributing to school chaplaincy activities. This position offers excellent CPD opportunities and a supportive teaching environment rooted in Jesuit values.

Benefits

Extensive CPD opportunities

Access to modern facilities

Supportive team of experienced professionals

Qualifications

• Experience in teaching GCSE and A Level RE with strong outcomes.
• Committed to a knowledge-rich curriculum and evidence-informed teaching.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging RE lessons across Key Stages 3–5.
• Support GCSE and A Level RE (Philosophy & Ethics) students.

Skills

Creative

Innovative

Passionate

Commitment to safeguarding

Sympathetic to Catholic ethos

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Job description

Religious Education Teacher
Start: September 2025 · Contract: Full-Time, Permanent
Salary: £36,413–£53,994 pa (MPS/UPS)

About the Role

Our client is a well‑regarded, faith‑based secondary school in NorthLondon, delivering “outstanding” education in a warm, inclusive setting. They’re looking for a passionate Religious Education teacher to join their cohesive department. Your role will involve:

• Planning and delivering engaging RE lessons across Key Stages 3–5
• Supporting GCSE and A Level RE (Philosophy & Ethics), building on a track record of high outcomes
• Contributing to chaplaincy, retreats, liturgy, and other faith experiences

Ideal Candidate

You will be:

• A creative, innovative & passionate RE teacher, able to inspire and challenge
• Committed to a knowledge rich curriculum and evidence‑informed teaching
• Experienced in GCSE and A Level RE, with strong outcomes
• Sympathetic to the school’s Catholic ethos, and ideally familiar with Catholicism

What’s on Offer

• A supportive team of experienced professionals committed to instructional growth
• Extensive CPD opportunities including examiner training, leadership pathways, and specialist programmes
• Excellent modern facilities including free parking, staff refreshments, and access to a swimming pool
• Generous term structure including a two-week Autumn half-term break

Who Should Apply

• ECTs and experienced teachers are equally encouraged to apply
• Applicants must be committed to safeguarding and supporting the school’s Jesuit‑Catholic mission

The School

We are working with a well-respected Catholic secondary school in Enfield that blends strong academic performance with a deep commitment to faith-based education. Rooted in Jesuit values, the school offers a supportive and inclusive environment where both staff and students thrive. With a recent Ofsted rating of Outstanding in key areas, it provides excellent opportunities for professional growth within a values-driven setting.

If this role is of interest, please apply with an up to date CV.

Philosophy Education

Philosophy Education is a specialist education recruitment company for teachers and support staff in London. Our highly experienced team are able to support teachers to find the work that they are looking for and are able to offer flexible and part-time work as well as full-time roles. We offer short-term cover work as well as long-term and permanent teaching roles in EYFS, KS1 and KS2. Alongside class teachers, we also recruit experienced teachers for non-classroom based intervention and specialist subject teaching positions and senior leadership roles. We have both full-time and part-time positions available. We pay to scale for all long-term positions.

All staff are required to complete our full registration process in line with 'DfE Keeping Children Safe in Education' guidance.

We have a policy to respond to all applications within three working days. However, because of the volume of applications, we are sometimes unable to reply to individual enquiries. If we have not contacted you within this specified time your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Philosophy Education is a Recruitment Business and is advertising this vacancy on behalf of one of its clients.