Secondary Religious Education - Cayman Islands

Position: Secondary Religious Education - Cayman Islands - August 2026
Job Title:

Teacher of Religous Educatoin

Location:

St. Ignatius Catholic School, George Town, Cayman Islands

Start Date:

August 2026

About Us:

St. Ignatius Catholic School is a private, co-educational institution owned and operated by St. Ignatius Catholic Church as an Apostolic Ministry. With over 700 students and nearly 100 staff members from diverse nationalities, ethnicities, and beliefs, we pride ourselves on our outstanding academic excellence and strong Christian values. We follow the English National Curriculum from Nursery to Year 13, fostering an environment of mutual respect, generosity, and service.

** Following an inspection by a team of local and international inspectors in November 2024, St. Ignatius Catholic School was judged to be ‘Excellent’ by the Cayman Islands Office of Education Standards.*
* Position Overview:

We are seeking a fully qualified and experienced Teacher of Religious Education to join our motivated and dedicated team. The ideal candidate will have a passion for teaching, a commitment to the holistic education of children and will be an excellent team player committed to the ethos, values and aims of the school.

* A practicing Catholic is strongly preferred*
* Qualifications and

Experience:

• A recognised degree in RE or equivalent from an accredited university.

• PGCE, QTS, or other internationally recognised teaching qualification.

• Minimum of three years of teaching experience across Key Stages 3 – 5, with proven success in I/GCSE and A-Level examinations.

Experience with Cambridge International IGCSE and A-Level is highly desirable.

• Previous leadership or coordination experience within an English department would be advantageous.

• Demonstrated excellence in classroom practice in the subject, preferably externally verified. Any previous experience in teaching another subject should be included in the application.

• Up-to-date knowledge of Safeguarding and Child Protection practices.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide pastoral, academic, and behavioural support to students.

• Maintain accurate records of student progress and utilise formal assessment processes.

• Support parents with referrals to external agencies as needed.

• Collaborate with parents, staff, and students on Individual Education Plans.

• Communicate effectively with parents through reports and meetings.

• Participate in and lead extra-curricular activities.

Salary and Benefits :

• Competitive salary ranging from CI $55,000 to CI $65,500 per annum, tax-free, based on experience and qualifications (Under review and not including any department responsibility which may also be awarded to the successful candidate).

• 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance.

• Statutory pension contributions.

• Airfare provided at the beginning and end of the contract.

• One free school place for an employee's child.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should submit their resume, cover letter, and references to

The school is located in the stunning Cayman Islands, which experience little crime, fabulous snorkelling and diving and a laid-back lifestyle. Note that housing is not included in the package and may cost you CAD$ per month depending on your taste and requirements

*** Important note
**** To work in the Caymans, ministry approval is required. Due to the cost of living, the Ministry is unlikely to approve teachers who have more than 1 dependent child per teacher (eg 2 for a teaching couple is ok if both are employed) unless the spouse already has a job.