Religious Education Teacher | Values-Driven Secondary School | Nuneaton

Marchant Recruitment; Nuneaton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Wayman Education is seeking a committed Religious Education Teacher to join a secondary school in Nuneaton, Warwickshire. You will teach across KS3 and KS4, delivering engaging lessons on beliefs, ethics and philosophy, and help pupils develop critical thinking and written arguments.

This role offers a competitive daily rate (£160–£250) and requires QTS with RE or Humanities background. You will monitor progress, support personal development, and contribute to a respectful, inclusive learning

Qualifications

• Holds QTS and has a relevant RE, Theology or Humanities background.
• Strong subject knowledge and can explain complex concepts clearly.
• Inclusive classroom that encourages respectful debate.
• Effective planning, assessment and behaviour management.
• Committed to pupils' academic and personal development.

Responsibilities

• Teach Religious Education across KS3 and KS4.
• Deliver engaging lessons covering religious beliefs, practices, ethics and philosophical questions.
• Develop pupils' written arguments, critical thinking and evaluative skills.
• Prepare pupils for GCSE examinations and monitor their progress.
• Promote respectful discussion and contribute to the wider humanities curriculum.

Skills

QTS

RE knowledge

Classroom management

Assessment

Education

QTS

Job description

Location: Nuneaton, Warwickshire
Position: Religious Education Teacher
Start Date: January 2027
Contract: Full-Time, Long-Term
Salary/Hours: £160–£250 per day, dependent on experience | Monday–Friday

Wayman Education is looking for a committed Religious Education Teacher to join a secondary school in Nuneaton. The successful candidate will encourage pupils to explore different religions, beliefs, ethical questions and perspectives while developing respect, critical thinking and cultural understanding.

The School

The school promotes respect, inclusion and academic ambition. Staff are encouraged to create a positive learning environment in which pupils feel supported to express ideas, ask questions and engage thoughtfully with challenging topics.

The Role

• Teach Religious Education across KS3 and KS4.

• Deliver engaging lessons covering religious beliefs, practices, ethics and philosophical questions.

• Develop pupils' written arguments, critical thinking and evaluative skills.

• Prepare pupils for relevant GCSE examinations and monitor their progress.

• Promote respectful discussion and contribute to the wider humanities curriculum.

The Ideal Candidate

• Holds QTS and has a relevant RE, Theology or Humanities background.

• Has strong subject knowledge and can explain complex concepts clearly.

• Creates an inclusive classroom that encourages respectful debate.

• Demonstrates effective planning, assessment and behaviour management.

• Is committed to supporting pupils' academic and personal development.

Salary

Competitive daily rate of £160–£250, dependent on qualifications and experience.

Company Information

Wayman Education works with schools to connect them with skilled and dedicated teachers. All placements are subject to enhanced DBS clearance, satisfactory references and relevant qualification checks.