28 Religious Studies jobs in the United Kingdom

Teacher of Religious Studies

Burgess Hill

£31,650- £49,084 per annum (depending on experience and qualifications)

October 2025

Vision for Education are urgently seeking a committed and dedicated teacher to work at a Secondary school in the Burgess Hill area. This coeducational secondary school prides itself on its values to grow, flourish and thrive. This welcoming school is looking for a kind and supportive individual to join their community a religious studies teacher, planning and delivering engaging lesson plans to students.

Requirements:

The desired religious studies teacher will;

• Have a genuine desire to become part of a committed team of educational professionals
• Have a passion for working with young people
• Be confident with lesson delivery and behaviour management
• Have a genuine interest in supporting the educational success of the pupils
• Must have QTS/PGCE

Vision for Education is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. We take our responsibilities extremely seriously. All staff we register will undertake thorough interviewing and referencing checks and hold, or be prepared to undergo, an Enhanced DBS check that must be registered on the Update Service.

About Vision for Education

The Edwin Group is a Top 10 UK-employer in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2023. Rated as 'Excellent' by our staff in all categories and recognised as having industry leading and world-class levels of employee engagement across the Group.

Vision for Education is a market-leading education recruitment and supply agency committed to the learning and development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high-quality primary, secondary and SEND teaching and support staff.

What Vision for Education offer

As a valued employee of Vision for Education, you will receive:

• Excellent daily rates paid weekly by our in-house Payroll team using the Pay As You Earn (PAYE) system.
• Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability and qualifying criteria).
• Pension contributions (subject to a qualifying period).
• Full compliance with AWR (Agency Workers’ Regulations), to make sure you get the pay and working conditions you are entitled to.
• FREE training to help with your professional development such as Team Teach training, online webinars and safeguarding and child protection updates.
• Generous refer a friend or colleague bonus scheme.
• Access to a dedicated consultant, who will provide ongoing support.

Vision for Education do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.

How to apply

Apply via this website with an up-to-date CV and contact details. For more information, or an informal chat about the role, please call on (phone number removed) or email (url removed).

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Religious Studies Teacher - Amazing Buckinghamshire School – GBR

*RS Teacher required from January 2024

*Good mixed school based in Buckinghamshire

* RS Teacher to join a highly successful and well-resourced Religious Studies department

Wayman Education is looking for a RS Teacher to work within a Good mixed faith school in Buckinghamshire. The successful RS Teacher will be expected to teach at KS3 & KS4. The RS department is well resourced and boasts and approachable and supportive head of RS department. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a highly successful RS department. The school is happy to receive applications from both experienced teachers and ECTs in addition to overseas teachers with a formal teaching qualification and QTS. Please forward a CV as soon as possible to be considered for this opportunity.

School information

* Good mixed school with excellent behaviour  

* Able students who are eager to learn

* Over-subscribed school with a supportive and approachable culture.

The school itself has a longstanding history of academic excellence and has been categorised as Good in all categories of it’s recent Ofsted report. The school an excellent culture which supports students and staff members alike, we have worked with the school for a number of years, and it is an excellent place to work both in terms of students and staff members.

Experience and Qualifications

• RS Teacher with the ability to teach at KS3 & KS4  
• A formal teaching qualification with QTS (i.e. PGCE)
• Legal ability to work within the UK

Company Information

Wayman Education is a specialist recruitment agency with over 20 years experience within the education field. We’ve worked hard to establish our reputation with our clients as one of the most reliable teaching agencies in London through our core values of honesty and customer excellence.

Application

To be considered for this RS Teacher position please forward a CV as soon as possible.

Location: Ealing, Inner London
Contract: Full-Time, Maternity Cover
Start Date: After October Half Term
Salary: Inner London MPS/UPS

A welcoming and high-achieving secondary school in Ealing is seeking a Religious Education Teacher to join their humanities department on a maternity cover contract. The role will begin after the October half term and is suitable for an experienced teacher or a confident ECT looking to work in a values-driven, supportive environment.

The school is a large, oversubscribed Catholic comprehensive known for its strong academic results and inclusive ethos. With a respectful and aspirational student body, the school promotes ambition, integrity, and social responsibility. The RE department plays a central role in school life, encouraging students to think critically about ethical, spiritual, and philosophical issues.

Staff benefit from strong leadership, regular CPD opportunities, and a collegiate atmosphere. The school provides a supportive environment for both students and staff, with a clear focus on personal development and community engagement. This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking school that values the importance of Religious Education in developing thoughtful, well-rounded individuals.

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

• A degree in Religious Education, Theology, Philosophy, or a related subject

• Ability to teach RE across Key Stages 3 and 4 (KS5 desirable)

• Strong communication and classroom management skills

• A commitment to inclusive, values-based education

For more information or to apply, contact Anna Opacak on (phone number removed) or email your CV to (url removed) with 'RE Teacher - Ealing' in the subject line.

RE Teacher - South East London


Job Title: Religious Education Teacher Secondary School
Location: Southwark, South East London
Salary: MPS/UPS (commensurate with experience)
Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Start Date: September 2025


We are looking for a committed, courageous, and resilient Religious Education Teacher to join a secondary School in SE2. The school serves a diverse and vibrant community, but they face real challenges particularly around behaviour, consistency, and engagement.

This isnt a post for the faint-hearted its for someone who sees potential where others see problems. You'll be teaching RE across KS3 and KS4, helping students explore belief, morality, and meaning in a way thats engaging, respectful, and relevant to their lives.

About You
You will need to be:

A qualified teacher (QTS/QTLS) with a specialism or strong background in Religious Education.

Skilled in behaviour management and confident in maintaining authority while building positive relationships.

Someone who thrives in tough environments, but never lowers expectations.

Passionate about giving students access to the ethical, cultural, and philosophical tools they need to make sense of the world.

Committed to teamwork, resilience, and restorative approaches to discipline.

London weighting and access to transport links (Abbey Wood station Elizabeth Line, Southeastern Rail).



If you're looking to teach in a school where your resilience, boundaries, and sense of purpose truly matter, then this role could be the start of something meaningful.

To Apply:

Send your CV and a short cover letter outlining your suitability. We strongly encourage informal visits to the school come and meet the team, see the environment, and decide if this is the challenge youre ready for.

Interviews: Rolling early applications encourage

Religious Education Teacher - Supply (with potential to extend)

Are you an inspiring Religious Education teacher looking for your next challenge?

We're working with a dynamic secondary school that has an urgent need for an RE teacher to join them on a supply basis until October half term , with the strong possibility of the role continuing longer.

This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a supportive environment where your subject knowledge and classroom presence can make a real impact. You'll be teaching engaging lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4, with the chance to work alongside a dedicated team who are committed to raising standards and supporting students to achieve their best.

What's on offer:

• Immediate start on a supply basis
• Opportunity for the role to extend beyond October half term
• A welcoming school environment that values high-quality teaching
• Ongoing support from both the school and our team

About you:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
• Strong subject knowledge in Religious Education
• A positive, resilient approach with the ability to engage and inspire students
• Flexibility and commitment to making a difference

If this sounds like the right role for you, we'd love to hear from you. Please get in touch today by replying to this advert.

Know someone who may be interested? We offer a 150 referral bonus once they've completed 10 days of work with us.

Prospero Teaching is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check.