Teacher of Religious Education – AR

Job Description

Job Title: Teacher of Religious Education (RE)
Location: Harris Academy Rainham
Reporting to: Head of Religious Education / Head of Humanities
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent

To deliver high-quality Religious Education lessons across Key Stages 3, 4 and 5, fostering critical thinking, respectful dialogue and a deep understanding of diverse religious and philosophical perspectives. The post holder will contribute to raising standards of achievement and supporting students’ academic and personal development.

• Plan and deliver engaging, well-structured RE lessons in line with the academy’s curriculum.
• Teach across Key Stage 3, GCSE (Key Stage
  4), and A-Level (Key Stage
  5) where required.
• Use a variety of teaching strategies to engage and challenge students of all abilities.
• Promote critical thinking, analytical skills, and structured written argument.
• Maintain high expectations for behaviour and academic achievement.

• Assess, record and report on student progress in line with academy policy.
• Provide timely, constructive feedback to support improvement.
• Use assessment data to inform planning and targeted intervention.
• Support students in preparing for internal and external examinations.

• Contribute to the development and refinement of the RE curriculum.
• Share resources and best practice within the department.
• Attend departmental meetings and contribute to collaborative planning.

• Act as a form tutor if required.
• Support students’ personal development and wellbeing.
• Promote an inclusive classroom culture that respects diversity and difference.

• Participate in parents’ evenings, open events and whole-school activities.
• Support extracurricular activities related to RE, philosophy or debate where appropriate.
• Uphold academy policies and contribute to the wider school community.

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
• Degree in Religious Education, Theology, Philosophy or a related subject.

• Experience teaching RE/RS at secondary level.
• Experience teaching GCSE; A-Level teaching experience desirable.

• Strong subject knowledge across world religions and philosophy.
• Ability to teach complex ethical and philosophical concepts clearly.
• Strong classroom management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to analyse student data and use it to drive progress.

• Passionate about Religious Education in a modern, diverse society.
• Committed to raising achievement and maintaining high standards.
• Reflective, organised and proactive.
• Collaborative team player.

The post holder will be responsible for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and must adhere to the academy’s safeguarding policies and procedures.