Religious Education Teacher

Teaching Personnel; Wimborne Minster; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Teaching Personnel are partnered with a welcoming secondary school in Wimborne to recruit a Religious Education Teacher for a full-time, fixed-term academic year. The role covers Key Stages 3 and 4 with a focus on enquiry, respect for diverse beliefs, and high-quality teaching.

The ideal candidate holds QTS, has secondary RE experience, excellent classroom management, and a commitment to safeguarding and student wellbeing in a supportive school community.

Qualifications

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
• Experience teaching Religious Education in a secondary school.
• Demonstrates excellent classroom management and safeguarding commitment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging RE lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4.
• Inspire exploration of religious, ethical and philosophical perspectives.
• Create an inclusive classroom where all students can succeed.
• Plan, prepare and assess lessons to the national curriculum.
• Contribute positively to the wider life of the school.

Skills

QTS

Classroom management

RE in secondary

Education

QTS or equivalent

Job description

Religious Education Teacher

Full Time | Fixed Term (Academic Year) | Mainstream Secondary School | Wimborne

Are you an inspiring Religious Education Teacher who is passionate about encouraging curiosity, critical thinking, and respect for diverse beliefs and cultures?

Teaching Personnel are working in partnership with a welcoming and inclusive secondary school in Wimborne to recruit a talented Religious Education Teacher for a full-time, fixed-term position for the full academic year. This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive department where high-quality teaching and positive relationships are at the heart of everything they do.

Whether you are an experienced teacher or an ambitious ECT, this role offers the chance to make a real difference in the lives of young people while working within a school that values professional development and staff wellbeing.

The Role

• Deliver engaging and thought-provoking Religious Education lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4.
• Inspire students to explore a range of religious, ethical and philosophical perspectives.
• Create an inclusive classroom environment where every student feels valued and encouraged to succeed.
• Plan, prepare and assess lessons in line with the national curriculum.
• Contribute positively to the wider life of the school.

The Ideal Candidate

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
• Has experience teaching Religious Education within a secondary school setting.
• Demonstrates excellent classroom management skills.
• Is passionate about promoting tolerance, understanding and respectful discussion.
• Has high expectations of student achievement and behaviour.
• Is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

The School Offers

• A welcoming and supportive leadership team.
• Well-behaved, motivated students who enjoy learning.
• A collaborative and friendly staff culture.
• Opportunities for ongoing professional development.
• Excellent facilities and resources.
• A picturesque location in the beautiful market town of Wimborne.

All applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS and reference checks in line with safeguarding and safer recruitment practices.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ's on the Teaching Personnel website for details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

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