Religious Studies Teacher – Leamington Spa

Justteachers Ltd; Royal Leamington Spa; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Justteachers Ltd in Leamington Spa is seeking a full-time Religious Studies teacher to join a supportive humanities department and deliver RS lessons to KS3/KS4. The role focuses on engaging students with religious, ethical, and philosophical ideas within a well-established school environment.

You will plan and deliver RS lessons, foster an inclusive classroom, assess progress, and contribute to the wider life of the department through collaboration with colleagues.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
• Experience teaching Religious Studies in a UK secondary school setting.
• Strong classroom and behaviour management skills.
• A passion for Religious Studies and the ability to inspire thoughtful discussion and engage learners.
• Two relevant references, ideally from educational settings.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging RS lessons across KS3 and KS4 in line with the UK national curriculum.
• Create a positive and inclusive classroom environment that supports progress for learners of all abilities.
• Assess, monitor, and report on student progress, adapting teaching to meet individual needs where appropriate.
• Maintain high standards of behaviour and follow school policies consistently.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues within the humanities team to support planning, progress, and wider school life.

Skills

Classroom management

Behaviour management

Education

QTS or equivalent

Job description

About the role:

Justteachers is working with a secondary school in Leamington that is seeking a full-time Religious Studies (RS) Teacher. This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated and knowledgeable teacher to join a supportive humanities department and deliver engaging RS lessons in a well-established school environment.

You’ll teach RS across KS3 and KS4, support pupils in exploring religious, ethical, and philosophical ideas, and contribute positively to the wider life of the department. The school offers a welcoming atmosphere, strong behaviour expectations, and a committed staff team focused on high-quality teaching and learning.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and deliver engaging RS lessons across KS3 and KS4 in line with the UK national curriculum.
• Create a positive and inclusive classroom environment that supports progress for learners of all abilities.
• Assess, monitor, and report on student progress, adapting teaching to meet individual needs where appropriate.
• Maintain high standards of behaviour and follow school policies consistently.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues within the humanities team to support planning, progress, and wider school life.

Pre-requisites:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
• Experience teaching Religious Studies in a UK secondary school setting.
• Strong classroom and behaviour management skills.
• A passion for Religious Studies and the ability to inspire thoughtful discussion and engage learners.
• Two relevant references, ideally from educational settings.