Religious Studies Teacher – Rugby

Justteachers Ltd; Rugby; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Justteachers Ltd is working with a secondary school in Rugby to recruit a full-time Religious Studies Teacher. This role is ideal for delivering engaging lessons across KS3 and KS4, exploring religion, ethics and philosophy in a supportive humanities department.

You will plan, deliver and assess RS lessons, fostering critical thinking and respectful debate, while collaborating with colleagues to enhance planning and student life at the school.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent teaching qualification.
• Experience teaching Religious Studies in a UK secondary school.
• Strong classroom and behaviour management skills.
• Passion for Religious Studies and ability to promote balanced discussion.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver well-structured RS lessons across KS3 and KS4 in line with the relevant curriculum.
• Create an inclusive and stimulating classroom where pupils of all abilities are encouraged to contribute and succeed.
• Assess pupil progress, provide constructive feedback, and adapt teaching to meet different learning needs.
• Maintain a positive learning environment by following the school's behaviour policies consistently.
• Collaborate with colleagues on departmental planning and contribute to the wider life of the school.

Skills

Strong classroom management

Behaviour management

Engaging teaching

Passion for RS

Education

QTS or equivalent

Experience teaching RS in UK secondary

Job description

About the role:

Justteachers is working with a secondary school in Rugby to recruit a full-time Religious Studies Teacher. This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive humanities department and deliver engaging lessons that inspire pupils to explore religion, ethics, and philosophy.

You will teach across KS3 and KS4, supporting pupils to build their subject knowledge, critical-thinking skills, and confidence when considering a variety of beliefs and perspectives. The school provides a positive learning environment, consistent behaviour expectations, and a committed staff team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and deliver well-structured RS lessons across KS3 and KS4 in line with the relevant curriculum.
• Create an inclusive and stimulating classroom where pupils of all abilities are encouraged to contribute and succeed.
• Assess pupil progress, provide constructive feedback, and adapt teaching to meet different learning needs.
• Maintain a positive learning environment by following the school's behaviour policies consistently.
• Collaborate with colleagues on departmental planning and contribute to the wider life of the school.

Pre-requisites:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
• Experience teaching Religious Studies in a UK secondary school environment.
• Strong classroom and behaviour management skills.
• A genuine passion for Religious Studies and the ability to promote curiosity, balanced discussion, and respectful debate.
• Two relevant references, ideally from educational settings.