Teacher of Religious Studies

Merstham Park School; Merstham; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Teachers Pension

Flexible working

Generous holidays

Wellbeing initiatives

Career pathways

Staff benefits portal

Community & collaboration

Job summary

Merstham Park School is seeking an inspiring and dynamic Teacher of Religious Studies to join our growing Humanities Faculty. You will deliver high-quality RS lessons, with a clear curriculum understanding and ability to explain concepts clearly, while supporting student welfare and engagement in a broad extracurricular programme.

Applicants may be considered for leadership potential within the department, with opportunities for career progression within GLF Schools and the expanding trust.

Qualifications

• Qualified teacher of Religious Studies.
• Proven ability to deliver engaging RS lessons.
• Strong classroom management and pupil welfare focus.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality Religious Studies lessons.
• Plan and assess learning with clear progression.
• Support student welfare and safeguarding.
• Contribute to extra-curricular activities within the department.

Skills

Religious Studies

Teaching

Classroom management

Student welfare

Job description

Are you an inspiring Teacher of Religious Studies looking for a position in a growing secondary school?

We are looking for a dynamic and highly-skilled practitioner to join the Humanities Faculty at Merstham Park School.

Your Opportunity

We are seeking to appoint a skilled and proficient Teacher to deliver high quality lessons. You will have a confident understanding of the curriculum and the ability to explain concepts clearly

You will join our Humanities Faculty consisting of: Geography, History, Religious Studies and PSHE. The team is committed to creating a supportive environment where professional development, learning from each other and sharing good practice is at the heart of all that they do.

This is an exciting time to join the school as we look to expand and develop our offer as we grow even bigger. You will have plenty of CPD opportunities for professional development and growth. Working as part of the GLF Trust comprising of 43 schools, we can support you with career pathways for progression.

We value the opportunities that extra-curricular can provide. As a result, we have a broad programme, and all members of the Department are actively involved in providing extra-curricular opportunities either at lunchtime or after school.

Please note: Merstham Park School is seeking to appoint either a Head of Religious Studies or a Teacher of Religious Studies. Applicants will be considered for the role that most closely matches their experience, skills and leadership aspirations. Candidates with the expertise and ambition to lead the department are encouraged to apply for the Head of Religious Studies position which has been advertised separately , while experienced and aspiring teachers looking to develop their career within a supportive and ambitious school are welcome to apply for the Teacher of Religious Studies role. Only one appointment will be made

To review the Job Description and Personal Specification for this role please download the attached Recruitment Pack.

About Merstham Park School

At Merstham Park, our ethos is simple - igniting a passion for learning. We are proud to be a values driven school which encourages its staff and students to embrace these values in all that they do. This approach provides everyone with the opportunity to exceed their potential. Our team of passionate staff are committed to providing children with the very best educational experience

As a growing school we are excited and proud of our state of the art facilities which we opened in September 2022. Our brand new home is tailored to enable our staff and students to develop unique skill sets in a truly first-class educational setting through the creation of inviting and interactive learning environments.

As the school grows the career progression for our staff is endless. We will be looking to enhance the opportunities for everyone to grow in their roles, whether that is through individual CPD or through additional responsibilities.

What we are looking for:

• An inspiring and dynamic Religious Studies teacher.
• An excellent classroom practitioner.
• A Teacher who is passionate about the students’ learning and welfare.
• A practitioner who is keen to be part of the wider school community, with a passion for being actively involved in providing extra-curricular opportunities.
• Commitment to working positively as part of a team; an excellent team player.

Join the GLF Schools Community

As a part of GLF Schools, you will join a community of staff dedicated to transforming education. With regular progression discussions, there will be a wealth of opportunities for you to grow your career, whether in one of our 43 academies or in our central team.

• A growing Multi Academy Trust with over 2,000 colleagues and over 17,000 pupils
• Founded upon the values of Respect, Inclusivity, Integrity and Kindness
• 43 primary and secondary schools across 7 Local Authority areas across the south of England
• We work as a community whilst ensuring each school maintains its own unique identity
• Committed to ensuring all children and young people receive the best possible education

GLF Schools Employment Offer

GLF Schools has a generous employment offer, which allows all our colleagues to Grow, Learn and Flourish

• Access to our highly competitive Teachers Pension Scheme
• Flexible working options
• Generous holiday allowance
• Work life and family friendly policies
• Employee wellbeing initiatives
• Career pathways and talent management
• Access to a staff benefits portal
• Community and collaboration working model

Please read the attached Join Our Community candidate pack for further information.

The Details:

Start Date: 1 January 2027

Contract Type: Full Time, Permanent (Part-time working may be considered for the right applicant if the needs of the school can be met.)

Pay Scale: GLF MPR/UPR

Closing Date: 18th October 2026

Interview Date: TBA