Religious Education Teacher (ECT) | Islington | January...

The school is recruiting a Religious Education Teacher (ECT) for a permanent, full-time role at an Outstanding academy in Islington, starting in January 2026. This position offers a foundation for a career focused on intellectual and ethical development.

The school places a high priority on cultivating critical thinking and fostering philosophical debate across its highly engaged student body.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute engaging, balanced lessons in Religious Education and Philosophy across all key stages, exploring diverse global faiths and ethical issues.
• Participate fully in the school’s robust ECT Induction Programme, which includes dedicated one-on-one coaching and weekly professional learning.
• Develop students' analytical and debating skills.
• Track and evaluate student progress, ensuring all pupils achieve their full potential in the subject.
• Contribute to the school’s culture of respectful discourse and intellectual enquiry.
• Uphold the school’s commitment to providing an inclusive and academically challenging curriculum.

Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent and eligibility to complete the ECF.
• A degree specialism in Religious Education, Theology, Philosophy, or a related field.
• A commitment to fostering critical dialogue on complex moral and spiritual issues.
• Exceptional communication skills, essential for facilitating high-level classroom discussion.
• A willingness to work collaboratively within a dedicated Humanities department.

Benefits

• Competitive starting salary placed on the appropriate Inner London PayScale (commensurate with experience).
• Protected reduced timetable and dedicated mentor time.
• The Humanities department maintains excellent links with local universities and faith centres for curriculum enrichment.
• Access to specialist, ECF-aligned CPD and peer-to-peer support networks.
• Work in an Outstanding environment benefiting from highly visible and supportive Senior Leadership.

About the School

This Outstanding school in Islington is recognised for its strong academic achievement and focus on intellectual development. The school provides a comprehensive ECT induction programme where support is highly personalised. It offers a highly focused, empowering environment where new practitioners are set up to become outstanding classroom leaders.