Religious Education Teacher - Catholic Secondary School,...

A well-regarded Catholic secondary school in Staffordshire is seeking a thoughtful Religious Education Teacher to join its department from September. This full-time role suits a teacher who can combine academic rigour with sensitivity to questions of faith, ethics, and identity.

About the Role You will teach Religious Education across KS3 and KS4, exploring world religions, philosophy, and ethics through discussion-based and reflective learning. The role also involves contributing to the school's wider chaplaincy and pastoral life.

Key Responsibilities

• Teach Religious Education across KS3 and KS4

• Prepare students for GCSE Religious Studies examinations

• Facilitate respectful discussion of religious, moral, and philosophical issues

• Support whole-school assemblies, chaplaincy, or reflection activities

• Assess and provide feedback in line with departmental policy

• Contribute to the school's pastoral and values-based curriculum

The School Environment The school has a strong sense of community, with values of respect, compassion, and academic ambition at its core. The RE department works closely with the chaplaincy team, and staff are supported through regular CPD focused on both subject knowledge and pastoral practice.

Candidate Requirements

Essential

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

• Experience teaching Religious Education at secondary level

• Strong subject knowledge of world religions and ethics

• Ability to lead sensitive discussions inclusively

Desirable

• Experience teaching GCSE Religious Studies (AQA or Edexcel)

• Experience contributing to chaplaincy or pastoral programmes

• Interest in supporting whole-school assemblies or reflection time

How to Apply If you are interested in this RE Teacher role at a Catholic secondary school in Staffordshire starting in September, please submit your CV. Shortlisted applicants will be contacted to discuss the next stages of the recruitment process.