Teacher of Religious Studies

Brighouse High School; Hipperholme; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Brighouse High School is seeking a teacher of Religious Studies to join our team on a maternity cover basis from February 2027. You will teach Religious Studies at Key Stage 3 and GCSE, and contribute to the school's ethos of safety, respect and achievement.

We welcome enthusiastic, well-qualified candidates, including early career teachers. The school values collaborative teamwork, safeguarding, and pupil welfare, with a focus on high standards of teaching and learning.

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic and well-qualified teacher.
• Applications from early career teachers welcome.
• Experience teaching KS3 and GCSE in Religious Studies.

Responsibilities

• Teach Religious Studies to Key Stage 3 and GCSE.
• Provide maternity cover from February 2027.
• Foster pupils' understanding of different beliefs and ethical questions.
• Collaborate with subject teams to maintain consistent teaching quality.

Job description

Teacher of Religious Studies

Maternity Cover Main Pay Range

Required from February 2027

An opportunity to join our Religious Studies team and contribute to a school committed to raising achievement for every pupil. Religious Studies plays an important part in school life, encouraging pupils to explore beliefs, consider ethical questions and develop respect for others.

We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic and well-qualified teacher to provide maternity cover from February 2027, teaching Religious Studies at Key Stage 3 and GCSE. Applications from early career teachers are welcome.

Brighouse High School is a single academy trust at the heart of its community. Our values of Kindness, Respect and Success guide our work with pupils, families and colleagues.

Our Ofsted inspection in March 2026 recognised that “Pupils are safe and happy at Brighouse High School.” Inspectors found that pupils behave well, value their positive relationships with staff and learn in an environment where low-level disruption is rare.

The report highlighted the contribution of Religious Studies to pupils’ understanding of different beliefs and cultures, supported by visits to local places of worship. Pupils learn to respect differences, discuss ethical issues and understand the importance of treating others fairly.

Inspectors also noted that “Leaders are supportive of staff and consider their workload and wellbeing.” Staff value opportunities to work collaboratively within their subject teams. We are building on these strengths to improve the consistency of teaching and pupils’ achievement.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Our Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy is available on the school website. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check before the appointment is confirmed.

The information can also be downloaded from the school website https://brighouse.calderdale.sch.uk/join-us/work-for-us/

Closing date for all applications: Midday on Monday 23rd November 2026