Religious Studies Teacher

TeacherActive; Kingswinford; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

TeacherActive is partnering with a welcoming mainstream secondary school in Kingswinford to recruit a Religious Studies Teacher on a full-time maternity cover from November 2026 until July 2027.

You will deliver engaging KS3/KS4 lessons, encourage discussion about beliefs and values, maintain high standards of teaching and behaviour, and contribute to an inclusive learning environment with strong subject knowledge and excellent communication.

Qualifications

• QTS with a Religious Studies or relevant Humanities specialism (ECTs are welcome to apply).
• Experience teaching Religious Studies / Religious Education across Key Stage 3 / KS3 and Key Stage 4 / KS4.
• Strong subject knowledge and the ability to deliver engaging and thought‑provoking lessons.
• Excellent classroom management.
• Strong communication skills and a commitment to creating an inclusive learning environment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging lessons across KS3 and KS4.
• Encourage discussion and critical thinking around religion, beliefs and values.
• Maintain high standards of teaching, learning and classroom behaviour.

Skills

QTS (Religious Studies)

KS3/KS4 teaching

Classroom management

Communication skills

Inclusive learning

Job description

Job Title: Religious Studies Teacher

Location: Kingswinford

Start Date: November 2026

Salary: £170 - £232 per day

Do you hold QTS with a Religious Studies or Humanities specialism?

Do you have experience teaching Religious Studies across Key Stage 3 / KS3 and Key Stage 4 / KS4?

Are you passionate about encouraging students to explore different beliefs, values and perspectives in a respectful and inclusive classroom?

TeacherActive is proud to be working with a welcoming mainstream secondary school in Kingswinford that places community, care and personal development at the heart of school life. The school promotes courage, ambition, respect and effort, with a strong focus on developing tolerant, responsible and well-rounded young people alongside achieving strong academic outcomes.

The school is looking to take on a dedicated Religious Studies Teacher on a full‑time, long‑term basis from November 2026 until July 2027 to provide maternity cover. The successful Religious Studies Teacher will deliver engaging lessons across Key Stage 3 / KS3 and Key Stage 4 / KS4, encouraging discussion and critical thinking around religion, beliefs and values while maintaining high standards of teaching, learning and classroom behaviour.

The successful Religious Studies Teacher will have:

• QTS with a Religious Studies or relevant Humanities specialism (ECTs are welcome to apply)
• Experience teaching Religious Studies / Religious Education across Key Stage 3 / KS3 and Key Stage 4 / KS4
• Strong subject knowledge and the ability to deliver engaging and thought‑provoking lessons
• Excellent classroom management
• Strong communication skills and a commitment to creating an inclusive learning environment

In return for the above you can expect to receive:

• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process
• CPD courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel
• Market leading rates of pay
• TeacherActive Referral Scheme - Receive up to £100 when you refer a friend Terms and Conditions apply

Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you're paying the right level of TAX and National Insurance and there's no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard earned cash.

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