Religious Studies Teacher

Supply Desk Ltd; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

£100 referral fee

Job summary

Supply Desk Ltd is seeking a Religious Studies Teacher to join a Buckinghamshire secondary school on a full-time, temporary-to-permanent basis. Start ASAP or negotiable.

The role focuses on KS3/KS4 RS, with KS5 experience desirable, and involves teaching a range of worldviews, ethics, and philosophy across a supportive, inclusive department. You will plan engaging schemes of work, differentiate for diverse learners, assess progress, and contribute to wider school life while maintaining high

Qualifications

• QTS is essential.
• Experience teaching RS at secondary level preferred.
• Strong knowledge of major religions, ethics, philosophy and contemporary debates.
• Able to engage diverse learners and manage classes effectively.
• Commitment to safeguarding and professional development.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging RS lessons across KS3/KS4; KS5 experience desirable.
• Teach Christianity, Islam and other worldviews, including secular perspectives.
• Explore philosophical, ethical and moral issues and foster reasoned arguments.
• Plan schemes of work that promote curiosity and respectful debate.
• Encourage understanding of different beliefs, cultures and traditions.
• Create an inclusive classroom where students express views respectfully.
• Assess progress and provide constructive feedback for development.
• Differentiate to meet varied abilities and learning needs.
• Contribute to school life through enrichment activities and visits.
• Maintain high behaviour expectations and collaborate with staff and parents.

Skills

QTS

RS teaching

Religious studies knowledge

Diversity awareness

Classroom management

Communication

Organisational skills

Professional development

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Religious Studies Teacher

Location: Buckingham, Buckinghamshire

Contract: Full-time – Temporary to Permanent

Start Date: ASAP / Negotiable

Salary: £29,344 – £44,919 (MPS/UPS)

About the School

This secondary school offers a supportive and inclusive environment where staff and students are valued and encouraged to grow. The school is committed to delivering a broad and balanced curriculum, with the Religious Studies department playing a key role in developing students’ understanding of different religions, beliefs, ethical issues, and philosophical perspectives across Key Stages 3 and 4 (and potentially Key Stage 5).

The school is dedicated to continuous improvement, reflected in its steadily improving Ofsted outcomes and its focus on high-quality teaching and learning.

The successful candidate will join a collaborative team committed to inspiring students to think critically, engage in meaningful discussions, respect diverse viewpoints, and develop a deeper understanding of religion, morality, and the world around them.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging and high-quality Religious Studies lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4 (KS5 experience desirable but not essential).
• Teach a range of religious and non-religious worldviews, including Christianity, Islam, and other major world religions, as well as secular perspectives.
• Explore philosophical, ethical, and moral issues, encouraging students to think critically and develop reasoned arguments.
• Plan and develop stimulating schemes of work that promote curiosity, reflection, and respectful debate.
• Encourage students to understand and appreciate different beliefs, cultures, values, and traditions.
• Create a safe, stimulating, and inclusive classroom environment where students feel confident expressing their views respectfully.
• Assess, monitor, and track student progress, providing constructive feedback to support academic development.
• Differentiate lessons to meet the needs of students with varying abilities and learning requirements.
• Contribute to the wider life of the school, including enrichment activities, educational visits, and extracurricular opportunities.
• Maintain high expectations for behaviour and promote a positive learning environment.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, parents, and carers to support student achievement and wellbeing.

Candidate Profile

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) is essential.
• Experience teaching Religious Studies or Religious Education at secondary level is preferred.
• Strong subject knowledge of major world religions, ethical issues, philosophy, and contemporary religious debates.
• Ability to engage and motivate students with diverse learning needs.
• Excellent classroom management, communication, and organisational skills.
• A commitment to promoting respect, tolerance, inclusion, and critical thinking.
• Ability to encourage balanced discussions and thoughtful exploration of different beliefs and perspectives.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development.
• Holds, or is willing to obtain, an Enhanced DBS check and provide professional references.

We offer a £100 referral fee for successful referrals of friends or colleagues who complete 5 or more shifts.

Supply Desk is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check and adhere to safer recruitment standards