Religious Education Teacher - Outstanding School - Lambeth (September Start)

Are you a passionate and thoughtful Religious Education teacher looking for a permanent opportunity in a school where students are encouraged to question, discuss and develop their understanding of different beliefs and perspectives?

• Religious Education Teacher Role

• Teaching Religious Education across KS3 and KS4, with KS5 desirable

• Lambeth

• MPS1 – UPS3 Salary

• Full Time, Permanent

• September Start

Religious Education Teacher

You would be joining a well-established Humanities department within an Outstanding School where Religious Education is taught as an academically rigorous and engaging subject.

The department aims to give students a secure understanding of different religious and non-religious worldviews while developing their ability to think critically about ethical, philosophical and contemporary issues.

At Key Stage 3, students are introduced to a broad range of religious traditions and philosophical ideas. Lessons encourage students to explore different beliefs, ask thoughtful questions and understand how religious and ethical viewpoints can influence individuals and communities.

At Key Stage 4, students develop their knowledge in greater depth while preparing for GCSE examinations. They explore religious beliefs and teachings alongside ethical and contemporary issues, developing the ability to compare viewpoints, evaluate arguments and construct well-supported written responses.

The department places particular importance on developing students' literacy and extended writing. Students are taught how to use religious teachings, philosophical arguments and relevant examples to support their conclusions rather than simply describe different beliefs.

There are also opportunities to explore current affairs, ethics and social issues through structured discussions and debates. The successful teacher will be encouraged to bring contemporary examples into lessons and create an environment where students feel confident expressing and challenging ideas respectfully.

Where appropriate, there may also be opportunities to teach or contribute to KS5 Religious Studies, supporting students with more advanced philosophical, ethical and theological study.

You will work alongside experienced colleagues who collaborate on curriculum planning, assessment and resources. The school provides strong professional development, an established ECT programme and opportunities for teachers to develop additional responsibilities.

Religious Education Teacher - School Information

The School is an Outstanding School with a strong reputation for academic achievement, high expectations and student development.

Students are respectful, motivated and encouraged to become independent thinkers. The school places significant importance on developing students' understanding of the wider world and preparing them to participate positively in society.

The school offers a broad curriculum alongside a strong programme of enrichment and personal development.

Staff benefit from supportive leadership, excellent professional development and a collaborative working culture.

Religious Education Teacher - Experience and Qualifications

• Religious Studies, Theology, Philosophy or related Degree

• QTS

• Experience teaching Religious Education or Religious Studies at secondary level

• GCSE Religious Studies experience essential

• KS5 experience desirable

• Strong knowledge of religious and non-religious worldviews

• Excellent analytical and evaluative skills

• Strong classroom management

• Excellent written and verbal communication

• Commitment to student achievement and inclusion

Salary

The salary for this Religious Education Teacher position will be paid to scale on a contract to scale MPS/UPS.

Application

Please send your application for this Religious Education Teacher position through as soon as possible.