Location: Wokingham, Berkshire
Start Date: September 2025
Are you an inspiring Religious Education Teacher with a love of your subject and a commitment to nurturing thoughtful, reflective learners?
Do you thrive in a setting where academic excellence, pastoral care, and individual development are equally valued?
The Role
A well-regarded independent school in Wokingham is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Religious Education Teacher to join its thriving Humanities Department from September 2025. Teaching across Key Stages 3 to 5, the successful candidate will inspire pupils to explore ethics, philosophy, and world religions in a setting that prioritises intellectual curiosity and moral reflection.
This is a superb opportunity for a talented educator to contribute to a subject that is central to the school’s holistic and values-led approach to education. You will enjoy small class sizes, motivated pupils, and the freedom to shape your teaching with creativity and academic rigour.
The School
This charming and characterful day school is situated in a picturesque setting, offering an exceptional learning environment where pupils are supported both academically and personally. With a strong emphasis on individual care and close-knit community values, the school encourages a culture of kindness, curiosity, and integrity.
Parents and pupils alike appreciate the school’s balanced approach to education – combining traditional values with a forward-thinking curriculum. Staff benefit from a warm, collaborative working environment where professional development and teacher well-being are genuinely prioritised.
What the School Offers
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Small class sizes and a strong focus on pupil-teacher relationships
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A supportive and collegial staffroom with a shared commitment to high-quality education
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Excellent CPD opportunities and encouragement to develop your subject expertise
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A well-resourced department with the freedom to enrich and extend the curriculum
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Work-life balance initiatives and flexible working arrangements, where possible
Candidate Profile
The ideal candidate will bring a passion for Religious Education, the ability to inspire critical thinking, and a deep commitment to pastoral care. You should also demonstrate:
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A good Honours degree in Religious Studies, Theology, Philosophy, or a related field
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A recognised teaching qualification (e.g., PGCE with QTS or equivalent)
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Experience teaching RE at KS3–KS5, preferably in a high-achieving school
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Strong communication, interpersonal, and organisational skills
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A reflective and collaborative teaching style
Application
If you are a compassionate and academically minded Religious Education Teacher looking to join a school that values personal development as highly as academic achievement, we warmly invite you to apply.
Please submit your CV and a short covering letter at your earliest convenience to be considered for this rare and rewarding opportunity