Location: Leicester
Salary: £32,916 - £51,048 (MPS/UPS dependent on experience)
Contract: Full-Time
Start Date: The New Term
Inspire Students Through Faith, Philosophy and Ethics
Clarence Recruitment is proud to be working in partnership with a well-regarded secondary school in Leicester to recruit an enthusiastic and knowledgeable Teacher of Religious Education for the new academic year.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a successful Humanities faculty where Religious Education is valued as a key subject in helping students develop critical thinking, cultural awareness, and an understanding of diverse beliefs and worldviews. The successful candidate will teach engaging and thought-provoking lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4, with opportunities to teach Key Stage 5 for suitably experienced applicants.
The school offers a supportive and inclusive environment, excellent leadership, and a strong commitment to both student achievement and staff development.
The Role
As a Teacher of Religious Education, you will:
Deliver engaging and challenging RE lessons across KS3 and KS4
Inspire students to explore religion, ethics, philosophy and contemporary moral issues
Encourage critical thinking, debate and respect for differing viewpoints
Monitor and assess student progress, providing effective feedback to support achievement
Contribute to the continued development of the Humanities curriculum
Play an active role in the wider life of the school community
We Are Looking For Someone Who:
Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent teaching qualification
Has experience teaching Religious Education at secondary level
Possesses strong knowledge of theology, philosophy, ethics and world religions
Demonstrates excellent classroom management and behaviour management skills
Has the ability to engage and inspire learners of all abilities
Maintains high expectations for student achievement and personal development
Has excellent communication, organisational and interpersonal skills
Enjoys working collaboratively within a successful Humanities department
What the School Offers:
A welcoming, inclusive and supportive school community
A well-resourced Humanities department with strong leadership
Excellent opportunities for professional development and career progression
Comprehensive support and mentoring for ECTs and experienced teachers alike
A strong commitment to staff wellbeing and work-life balance
Competitive salary in line with MPS/UPS
Ongoing support from Clarence Recruitment throughout the recruitment process
Why Work with Clarence Recruitment?
Clarence Recruitment has a long-standing reputation for placing talented teachers into rewarding positions across Leicester and the East Midlands. With over 15 years of specialist education recruitment experience, we provide expert guidance and personalised support to help you secure the right role for your career.
Apply Today
Whether you are an experienced Religious Education Teacher or an ambitious ECT looking to begin your teaching career within a supportive Leicester secondary school, we would love to hear from you.
Interviews are being arranged shortly for a new term start, so early applications are encouraged.
Safeguarding
Clarence Recruitment is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025
Salary description
£189.00 - £255.00 per day