Religious Studies Teacher – Full-Time (QTS Qualified)
Location: Bournemouth
Sector: Secondary Education – Religious Studies
Start Date: September 2025 (or sooner if available)
Contract: Full-Time, Long-Term
Salary: £150 – £220 per day (depending on experience)
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In partnership with a progressive and inclusive secondary school in Bournemouth, Teaching Personnel are recruiting a dedicated Religious Studies Teacher to join the Humanities faculty. This is a fantastic opportunity for a QTS-qualified teacher who is passionate about belief, culture, and ethical thinking, and who values open dialogue in the classroom.
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The Role:
As a Religious Studies Teacher, you will:
* Deliver engaging and balanced RS lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4
* Guide students through major world religions, ethics, and philosophical inquiry
* Encourage thoughtful discussion around belief systems and contemporary moral issues
* Prepare students for GCSE RS assessments
* Contribute to a collaborative and well-resourced Humanities department
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What We’re Looking For:
✅ Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
✅ A degree in Religious Studies, Theology, or Philosophy
✅ Strong subject knowledge and a reflective teaching approach
✅ Ability to engage students of varying abilities with thoughtful, inclusive teaching
✅ Excellent communication and classroom management skills
Desirable:
* Familiarity with AQA or Edexcel GCSE RS specifications
* Experience contributing to pastoral care or wellbeing initiatives
* Involvement in assemblies, PSHE, or interfaith dialogue projects
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What Teaching Personnel Offers:
✨ Competitive daily rates paid weekly via PAYE
✨ Access to FREE CPD training, including:
* World Religions in Schools
* Ethical Teaching Approaches
* Behaviour for Learning
✨ Personal support from a local Bournemouth-based consultant
✨ A chance to work in a school that values inclusivity, curiosity, and personal development
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Apply Today
If you’re passionate about helping young people explore the world through belief, values, and ethics, we’d love to hear from you.
Submit your CV or contact Teaching Personnel’s Dorset Secondary team for more information and to discuss the next steps in your teaching journey.
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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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