RE Teacher – Wigan, Greater Manchester – January 2026
A welcoming and inclusive 11–16 school in Wigan is seeking an inspiring Teacher of Religious Education to join its Humanities department from January 2026.
About the School
This is a stable, well-organised school serving a close-knit community. Ofsted recognises its strong pastoral care, consistent behaviour systems and ambitious curriculum model.
The Humanities block includes:
- Refurbished classrooms with large displays and visualisers
- Shared staff workspace for planning
- Access to digital learning platforms for RE and Philosophy
The Role
You’ll teach RE across KS3–KS4, using an enquiry-based approach that helps students explore ethical, philosophical and global religious questions. The school uses well-sequenced knowledge organisers and retrieval routines to build long-term understanding.
The department also leads assemblies, charity projects and values-based events, which new staff are encouraged to take part in.
What You’ll Bring
- Strong RE subject knowledge
- Respectful, inclusive teaching approach
- Ability to lead discussions with clarity and sensitivity
- High expectations and positive routines
Why Join?
- Excellent staff culture and supportive SLT
- Very good CPD and pastoral support
- Opportunities for future progression
- A genuinely warm, welcoming working environment
- Locations
- Manchester
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