Religious Studies Teacher

Teacher of Religious Education – Permanent Role
Location: East Sussex
Salary: MPS/UPS
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Start Date: September 2025

We are working in partnership with a secondary school in East Sussex to appoint a committed and reflective Teacher of Religious Education on a permanent basis from September 2025. This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking Humanities department and contribute to the delivery of a curriculum that encourages critical thinking, empathy, and an understanding of diverse worldviews.

The successful candidate will be responsible for planning and delivering high-quality RE lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4. The department has a strong track record of fostering respectful dialogue and deep thinking around ethical, philosophical, and religious issues, and is well-supported by senior leadership.

The school is proud of its inclusive ethos, strong community links, and the positive relationships between staff and students. It is committed to professional development at all stages of a teacher’s career and offers a welcoming environment for new staff.

The school offers:

• A collaborative, well-resourced Humanities department

• Access to regular CPD and progression opportunities

• A strong focus on wellbeing and professional autonomy

• A culture of high expectations and mutual respect

• A supportive senior leadership team with a clear strategic vision

The ideal candidate will:

• Hold QTS and have a specialism in Religious Education or a related discipline

• Demonstrate excellent subject knowledge and classroom practice

• Be able to engage and inspire pupils across a range of abilities

• Be committed to delivering an inclusive and balanced RE curriculum

• Bring enthusiasm, curiosity, and a commitment to continuous improvement

Applications are encouraged from both experienced teachers and Early Career Teachers.

To apply, please submit a copy of your CV. A member of the PWR team will be in touch to discuss the role and next steps in more detail.

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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