About this job
Teacher of Religious Studies
Southwark | September 2026 Start | Permanent Position
Our client, an outstanding and inclusive 11-18 mixed comprehensive school in South London, is seeking an ambitious and dedicated Teacher of Religious Studies to join its thriving Humanities faculty from September 2026.
This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a values-led school community that places students at the centre of everything it does. The school is committed to ensuring every young person has the opportunity to succeed, achieve excellence, and fulfil their potential regardless of background.
The school serves a diverse inner-city community and has built a national reputation for academic excellence, inclusivity, and exceptional student outcomes.
About the School
Our client is proud to offer:
An Outstanding Ofsted judgement (most recently confirmed in 2022)Recognition as a World Class SchoolExceptional GCSE outcomes across all EBACC subjectsConsistently outstanding A-Level results, placing the school among the top-performing schools nationallyA diverse and vibrant student communityStrong staff satisfaction, with the vast majority of staff expressing pride in working at the school and confidence in its leadershipA highly oversubscribed intake, receiving significantly more applications than available places each yearA culture of high expectations, support, and continuous professional developmentThe Role
The successful candidate will:
Teach Religious Studies across allocated classes and key stagesDeliver engaging, challenging and high-quality lessons that inspire students to achieve their bestContribute to curriculum development, including schemes of work and programmes of studySupport the continued development of Religious Studies within the schoolMaintain high standards of teaching, learning, behaviour and achievementLead and contribute to a range of Religious Studies enrichment and extra-curricular opportunitiesUndertake the responsibilities of a Form Tutor or Sixth Form TutorWork collaboratively with colleagues to support whole-school improvement initiativesKey Responsibilities
The postholder will:
Create a purposeful, stimulating and inclusive learning environmentPlan, deliver and assess lessons effectively across all key stagesMonitor, assess and report on student progress in line with school policiesSet and mark work regularly, providing clear feedback to studentsUse performance data to inform planning and raise achievementSupport students with additional learning needs in collaboration with specialist teamsPromote positive behaviour and high standards of attendanceContribute to curriculum planning and departmental developmentAttend and actively participate in departmental, year team and pastoral meetingsSupport wider school activities and eventsThe Ideal Candidate
The successful applicant will:
Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent teaching qualificationBe passionate about Religious Studies and committed to delivering excellent outcomesDemonstrate strong subject knowledge and effective classroom practiceHave high expectations of student achievement and behaviourBe committed to inclusive education and supporting students from all backgroundsPossess excellent communication and organisational skillsBe eager to contribute to the wider life of the schoolWhy Apply?
This is an excellent opportunity to join one of South London's most respected and high-achieving schools. The successful candidate will benefit from working within a supportive and ambitious environment where professional growth is actively encouraged and student success is at the heart of everything.
Applications are welcomed from both experienced teachers and ambitious Early Career Teachers (ECTs).
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION
All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policyYour CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explainedYou must have legal right to work in the UKYou must be willing to attend a registration interviewVeritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.
Disclaimer
'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'
