Religious Studies Teacher

Clarence Recruitment Limited; Rugby; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Friendly school community

Excellent teaching resources

Ongoing professional development

Long-term opportunities

Consultant support

Job summary

Clarence Recruitment Limited seeks an enthusiastic Religious Education Teacher for a welcoming secondary school in Rugby. You will deliver RE lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4, fostering critical thinking and respectful discussion to support student achievement.

The role requires QTS or equivalent, DBS with Update Service, and a commitment to inclusion and school values. A dynamic, supportive team and ongoing professional development are offered.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or a recognised equivalent teaching qualification.
• Experience of teaching Religious Education in a secondary school setting.
• Sound knowledge of world religions, ethics and philosophy.
• Excellent communication skills and effective classroom management.
• Enhanced DBS registered with the Update Service, or a willingness to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging Religious Education lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4.
• Encourage students to explore a range of religious, ethical and philosophical topics.
• Promote discussion, debate and independent thinking.
• Develop lesson plans that inspire curiosity and understanding.
• Track student achievement and provide meaningful feedback.
• Support whole-school values and inclusion initiatives.
• Participate in departmental and extracurricular activities.

Skills

Communication skills

Classroom management

World religions knowledge

Critical thinking

Education

QTS or equivalent

Job description

Religious Education (RE) Teacher

Location: Rugby, Warwickshire

Salary: £179 - £255 a day

Contract: Temp and Ongoing

Start date: ASAP

Clarence Recruitment is seeking an enthusiastic and knowledgeable Religious Education Teacher to join a welcoming secondary school in Rugby. This is an excellent opportunity to encourage critical thinking, cultural understanding, and respectful discussion among students.

As an RE Teacher, you will:

• Deliver engaging Religious Education lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4.


• Encourage students to explore a range of religious, ethical, and philosophical topics.


• Promote discussion, debate, and independent thinking.


• Develop lesson plans that inspire curiosity and understanding.


• Track student achievement and provide meaningful feedback.


• Support whole-school values and inclusion initiatives.


• Participate in departmental and extracurricular activities.

Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or a recognised equivalent teaching qualification.


• Proven experience of teaching Religious Education in a secondary school setting.


• Sound knowledge of world religions, ethics and philosophy.


• Excellent communication skills and effective classroom management.


• A genuine enthusiasm for fostering respectful discussion and critical thinking.


• A strong commitment to improving student achievement.


• An Enhanced DBS registered with the Update Service, or a willingness to obtain one.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary.


• Friendly and supportive school community.


• Excellent teaching resources and facilities.


• Ongoing professional development opportunities.


• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on students' personal and academic growth.


• Dedicated consultant support from Clarence Recruitment.


• Potential for long-term and permanent employment opportunities.

Meet Your Consultant

Your dedicated consultant, Alan, brings more than 15 years of experience in the education sector. As a qualified teacher with QTS, he combines detailed knowledge of local schools with first-hand insight into the demands of today's classrooms.

Safeguarding and Compliance

Clarence Recruitment is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, vulnerable adults, and patients. All applicants are expected to uphold the same commitment.

Every placement is conditional on satisfactory pre-employment screening. This includes DBS clearance, proof of identity, right-to-work verification, references, qualifications, and any relevant professional registrations.

Checks for education appointments are carried out in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) guidance. For healthcare and medical roles, our compliance procedures follow Employment Check Standards, CQC requirements, and applicable safeguarding legislation.