Religious Studies Teacher – KS3/KS4, Full‑Time Maternity Cover

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

Benefits offered by this job

24/7 consultant support

CPD courses and My-Progression channel

Market leading pay rates

Referral scheme £100

Job summary

TeacherActive is assisting a welcoming mainstream secondary school in Kingswinford to recruit a Religious Studies Teacher for a full-time maternity cover from November 2026 to July 2027. The role involves delivering engaging lessons across KS3 and KS4, challenging students' thinking about beliefs and values in a respectful, inclusive classroom.

Applicants should hold QTS with a Religious Studies or Humanities specialism, have solid subject knowledge, strong classroom management, and excellent

Qualifications

• QTS with Religious Studies or Humanities specialism (ECTs welcome).
• Experience teaching Religious Studies across KS3 and KS4.
• Strong subject knowledge and ability to deliver engaging, thought-provoking lessons.
• Excellent classroom management and inclusive teaching.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Engaging lessons

Classroom management

Strong communication

Education

QTS with Religious Studies or Humanities

ECTs welcome

Job description

TeacherActive is assisting a welcoming mainstream secondary school in Kingswinford to recruit a Religious Studies Teacher for a full-time maternity cover from November 2026 to July 2027. The role involves delivering engaging lessons across KS3 and KS4, challenging students' thinking about beliefs and values in a respectful, inclusive classroom.

Applicants should hold QTS with a Religious Studies or Humanities specialism, have solid subject knowledge, strong classroom management, and excellent