Teacher of Religious Studies

Protocol Education; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A progressive educational organization in Central London is seeking a Teacher of Religious Studies to inspire and mentor students in a nurturing environment. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Theology or Philosophy and experience teaching A Level. This role is temporary but may transition to permanent. Applicants must have relevant qualifications, with a focus on safeguarding and welfare of children.

Benefits

Free online safeguarding training

Support for DBS checks

Qualifications

• Strong academic background in Theology, Philosophy or a related discipline.
• Experience teaching A Level or potential to do so.
• Commitment to the highest standards of teaching and pastoral care.
• Ability to engage, challenge, and support pupils of all abilities.

Responsibilities

• Teach Religious Studies in a collaborative department.
• Nurture curiosity and respect for different perspectives.
• Support the personal and academic growth of students.

Skills

Academic background in Theology

Experience teaching A Level

High standards of teaching

Ability to engage and support pupils

Education

Degree in Theology, Philosophy or related discipline

Job description

Teacher of Religious Studies

Central London

We are seeking an enthusiastic and inspiring Teacher of Religious Studies to join a thriving department. This is a wonderful opportunity to teach bright, motivated young women in a school where small class sizes, exceptional pastoral care and a creative curriculum provide the ideal environment for pupils to flourish.

The Religious Studies department is warm, collaborative, and committed to nurturing curiosity and respect for different perspectives. At GCSE, we focus on Catholicism and Judaism (AQA), while at A Level we explore Philosophy, Ethics and Theology. The successful candidate will bring subject expertise, energy, and a passion for enquiry and debate.

About the School

This is a forward‑looking, values‑led community that prepares pupils to be the ethical leaders of tomorrow. Its central London location offers unrivalled opportunities for trips, visits and cross‑curricular experiences.

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for a teacher who can demonstrate :

• A strong academic background in Theology, Philosophy or a related discipline
• Experience teaching A Level (or the clear potential to do so)
• A commitment to the highest standards of teaching and pastoral care
• The ability to engage, challenge and support pupils of all abilities

If you are excited by the opportunity to help shape thoughtful, compassionate and confident young women, we would be delighted to hear from you.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.

We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.

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