Religious Studies Teacher

Amarval Partners Ltd; Brentwood; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-site parking

Access to free training courses and PD

Ongoing support during term time

Supportive school environment

Job summary

Amarval Partners Ltd is seeking an enthusiastic Religious Studies Teacher to join a well-established secondary school in Havering. The role covers KS3 and KS4, delivering engaging lessons and encouraging critical thinking across key stages.

The successful candidate will hold QTS or equivalent, with proven experience in a secondary setting and strong classroom management. A supportive school environment and ongoing professional development are offered.

Qualifications

• Must hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognised UK teaching qualification.
• Experience teaching Religious Studies at secondary level.
• Ability to teach across KS3 and KS4.
• Strong classroom and behaviour management skills.
• Excellent communication, organisational and lesson-planning abilities.
• Genuine passion for Religious Studies and ability to engage and inspire students.
• Right to Work in the UK and DBS checks.

Responsibilities

• Set high expectations that inspire, motivate and challenge students to achieve their full potential.
• Promote good progress and positive learning outcomes for all pupils.
• Demonstrate strong subject knowledge and a thorough understanding of the Religious Studies curriculum.
• Plan and deliver engaging, well-structured lessons across KS3 and KS4.
• Adapt teaching methods and resources to meet individual strengths and learning needs.
• Encourage critical thinking, independent learning and understanding of religions, beliefs and ethical issues.
• Use assessment effectively to monitor progress and inform planning.
• Manage classroom behaviour effectively, maintaining a positive, safe learning environment.
• Create an inclusive classroom where students feel supported and motivated to participate.
• Collaborate with colleagues to uphold high standards of teaching, learning and student achievement.

Skills

QTS

KS3/KS4 teaching

Classroom management

Communication

Lesson planning

Religious Studies

Education

QTS or equivalent UK teaching qualification

Job description

A well-established secondary school based in Havering is seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Religious Studies Teacher to join their team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated teacher who is passionate about their subject and committed to delivering engaging, thought-provoking lessons that inspire students to develop their knowledge, understanding and critical thinking skills.

The successful candidate will be confident teaching across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4, with the ability to create a positive and inclusive classroom environment where all students are encouraged to achieve their full potential.

You will be joining a supportive school environment where high standards of teaching and learning are encouraged, and professional development is valued.

Benefits

• Free on-site parking.
• Access to free training courses and professional development opportunities.
• Ongoing support throughout term time and on designated training days.
• Opportunity to work within a supportive secondary school environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Set high expectations that inspire, motivate and challenge students to achieve their full potential.
• Promote good progress and positive learning outcomes for all pupils.
• Demonstrate strong subject knowledge and a thorough understanding of the Religious Studies curriculum.
• Plan and deliver engaging, well-structured lessons across KS3 and KS4.
• Adapt teaching methods and resources to meet the individual strengths, abilities and learning needs of students.
• Encourage students to develop critical thinking, independent learning and a deeper understanding of different religions, beliefs and ethical issues.
• Use assessment effectively to monitor student progress, identify areas for improvement and inform future planning.
• Manage classroom behaviour effectively, maintaining a positive, safe and productive learning environment.
• Create an inclusive classroom where students feel confident, supported and motivated to participate.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to maintain high standards of teaching, learning and student achievement.

Requirements

• Must hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognised UK teaching qualification.
• Previous experience teaching Religious Studies within a secondary school setting.
• Confidence teaching across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4.
• Strong classroom and behaviour management skills.
• Excellent communication, organisational and lesson-planning abilities.
• A genuine passion for Religious Studies and the ability to engage and inspire students.
• Must have the Right to Work in the UK.
• Must hold an Enhanced DBS or be willing to undertake the necessary DBS checks.
• Must be able to provide a minimum of two professional references covering the last two years.