Religious Studies Teacher

GSL Education - Manchester; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

GSL Education is seeking an inspiring Religious Studies Teacher for a school in North Manchester. The role involves delivering high-quality lessons, fostering student engagement, and supporting ethical exploration of diverse worldviews. Candidates should hold QTS and a degree in a relevant field, demonstrating strong communication and classroom management skills.

Benefits

Competitive daily rates based on experience

Supportive consultants for professional development

Opportunities for career growth

Qualifications

• QTS or equivalent is required.
• Experience teaching Religious Studies is desirable.
• Updated CV with no gaps over the past ten years.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and deliver Religious Studies lessons.
• Encourage debate on religions and ethical issues.
• Monitor and assess student progress.

Skills

Communication

Organisational

Classroom Management

Reflective Teaching Approach

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Degree in Religious Studies

Job description

Religious Studies Teacher
Location: North Manchester
Salary Range: GBP155 - GBP210 per day (Depending on Experience)
Start: September 2025
Contract: Day-to-day/Long-term, Part-time/Full-time

Are you an inspiring Religious Studies Teacher with a passion for guiding young minds through thought-provoking topics and diverse worldviews?

GSL Education invites applications for a Religious Studies Teacher position at a well-regarded school in North Manchester.

As a Teacher of Religious Studies, your responsibilities will be:

• Plan, prepare and deliver high-quality Religious Studies lessons aligned with the national curriculum.
• Teach across Key Stages, adapting lessons to meet the needs of different learners.
• Encourage respectful debate and exploration of different religions, philosophies, and ethical issues.
• Monitor and assess student progress, providing feedback and support to maximise achievement.
• Contribute to curriculum development and department planning.
• Maintain excellent behaviour management and classroom engagement.
• Support the spiritual, moral, social, and cultural development of students.
• Participate in school-wide activities, staff meetings, and CPD opportunities.

Skills & Requirements for Teacher of Religious Studies:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
• A degree in Religious Studies, Theology, Philosophy, or a related subject.
• Experience teaching Religious Studies is desirable.
• Strong communication, organisational, and classroom management skills.
• A reflective and inclusive teaching approach.
• Have an updated CV (covering last ten years barring any unexplained gaps).
• An enhanced DBS certificate registered to the update service or willingness to apply for one.

Why Join GSL Education?

• Competitive daily rates reflective of your experience.
• Supportive consultants invested in your professional development.
• Opportunities for career growth and long-term placements.
• Transparent, ethical recruitment with a focus on education.

Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection, and successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks, including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service or completing an application for a new check.

As an ethical, independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff across the UK.

For more information or to register your interest in the Religious Studies Teacher role in North Manchester, or to be considered, please click apply now to submit your full and up-to-date CV, and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.