Religious Education Teacher

Tradewind Recruitment LTD.; Walsall; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Supportive environment

Enthusiastic students

Professional development

Collaborative team

Staff wellbeing

Make a difference

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment LTD. is seeking a passionate Religious Education teacher to join a welcoming secondary school in Walsall. You will deliver engaging RE lessons across KS3/4, developing students' knowledge of Christianity, other world religions, and ethical debates.

The ideal candidate will hold QTS or equivalent, have strong subject knowledge, and can inspire students to think critically and respectfully. ECTs welcome; a supportive environment and collaborative team await.

Qualifications

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
• Has strong subject knowledge and passion for Religious Education.
• Has experience teaching, or potential to teach, across Key Stages 3 and 4.
• Has high expectations of achievement, behaviour and engagement.
• Excellent classroom practitioner with strong communication and organisational skills.
• Can inspire students to be thoughtful, reflective citizens.
• Committed to professional development and collaborative working.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging, challenging RE lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4.
• Develop students' understanding of Christianity, other world religions, ethical issues and contemporary moral debates.
• Encourage respectful discussion, independent thinking and appreciation of diversity.
• Plan and deliver creative lessons meeting needs of different abilities.
• Monitor progress and use assessment to raise achievement.
• Contribute to development of RE curriculum and wider school life.
• Promote school values, ethos and inclusion.

Skills

QTS

Religious Education

Classroom management

Curriculum planning

Assessment for learning

Education

QTS or equivalent qualification

Job description

Inspire, Educate and Make a DifferenceAre you a passionate and dedicated Religious Education teacher who believes in the power of education to develop young people's understanding of the world around them?We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, creative and committed Teacher of Religious Education to join our welcoming and ambitious secondary school in Walsall.This is an exciting opportunity for an inspirational teacher who can engage, motivate and challenge students, helping them develop their knowledge, critical thinking skills and understanding of different religions, beliefs and worldviews.

About the Role

• Deliver engaging, challenging and high-quality RE lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4.
• Develop students' understanding of Christianity, other world religions, ethical issues and contemporary moral debates.
• Encourage respectful discussion, independent thinking and an appreciation of diversity.
• Plan and deliver creative lessons that meet the needs of students of different abilities.
• Monitor student progress and use assessment effectively to raise achievement.
• Contribute to the development of the RE curriculum and wider school life.
• Promote the school's values, ethos and commitment to inclusion.

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone who:

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
• Has a strong subject knowledge and a genuine passion for Religious Education.
• Has experience teaching, or the potential to teach, across Key Stages 3 and 4.
• Has high expectations of student achievement, behaviour and engagement.
• Is an excellent classroom practitioner with strong communication and organisational skills.
• Can inspire students to become thoughtful, reflective and responsible citizens.
• Is committed to professional development and collaborative working.

Applications from Early Career Teachers (ECTs) are warmly welcomed.

What We Offer

In return, we offer:

• A supportive and welcoming school environment.
• Enthusiastic students who are keen to learn.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• A collaborative and dedicated team of colleagues.
• A strong commitment to staff wellbeing.
• The opportunity to make a meaningful difference to the lives and futures of young people in Walsall.