Religious Studies Teacher

TeacherActive Ltd; Taunton; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Consultant support 24/7

CPD courses & certificates

Market-leading pay

Referral scheme £100

Job summary

TeacherActive is recruiting an enthusiastic Religious Education Teacher for a Taunton secondary school. The role starts after October half term, full-time, with potential extension through the academic year.

You’ll deliver engaging RE lessons to KS3 and KS4, fostering understanding of faiths, cultures and critical thinking in a welcoming environment. Supportive staff and good transport links enhance the opportunity.

Qualifications

• QTS with Religious Education specialization, ECTs welcome.
• Experience teaching RE in a secondary school.
• Strong knowledge of KS3/KS4 RE curriculum and differentiated lessons.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging RE lessons across KS3/KS4.
• Encourage understanding of different religions, beliefs and cultures.
• Promote respectful discussion and critical thinking in class.

Skills

QTS with RE specialization

Strong communication skills

Excellent classroom management

Adaptable and supportive approach

Education

QTS with Religious Education specialization

ECTs welcome

Job description

Start Date: After October Half Term 2026

Are you a passionate RE Teacher looking for a rewarding opportunity in a welcoming and supportive secondary school?

Are you an Early Career Teacher / ECT looking to develop your teaching practice within a friendly and encouraging school environment?

Would you love to join a fantastic school with incredibly supportive staff, excellent transport links and a genuine commitment to helping every student achieve their full potential?

TeacherActive is proud to be working with a lovely secondary school based in Taunton that offers a welcoming, positive and supportive learning environment for both staff and students. The school benefits from excellent transport links and an exceptionally friendly team of staff who work collaboratively to create an inclusive and encouraging atmosphere where teachers feel valued and supported.

The school is looking to appoint an enthusiastic RE Teacher on a full-time basis, starting after October half term and continuing until Christmas, with a strong possibility of the position extending for the remainder of the academic year. The successful RE Teacher will be responsible for delivering engaging and inspiring Religious Education lessons across Key Stage 3 / KS3 and Key Stage 4 / KS4, encouraging students to develop their understanding of different religions, beliefs and cultures while promoting respect, critical thinking and meaningful classroom discussions.

Religious Studies Teacher

Company: TeacherActive Ltd

Salary: £34,069 to £52,835 a year (pro rata)

Hours: Full-time

Location: TA2 7QP

Working pattern: On-site

Job type: Contract

Posting date: 22 Oct 2026

Closing date: 21 Nov 2026

The successful RE Teacher will have:

• QTS with a Religious Education specialism (ECTs are welcome to apply)
• Experience teaching Religious Education within a secondary school setting
• Strong knowledge of the RE curriculum across KS3 and KS4, with the ability to deliver engaging and differentiated lessons
• Excellent classroom and behaviour management skills
• A genuine passion for inspiring young people and encouraging an understanding of different faiths, beliefs and cultures
• Strong communication skills and a positive, adaptable approach to working within a supportive school community

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.

TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements.

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment.

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